Epilepsy Blog Relay: On life changing decisions and brain surgery
Karen on brain surgery for epilepsy: My life was going well, epilepsy didn’t stop me doing anything and I thought why take the chance?… Read More
5 Tips for Starting a New Job with Epilepsy
A while back I started a new job as therapist. Having completed graduate school, I was so happy to be working in my field. Despite my excitement, my new job brought challenges. One of those challenges included management of my seizures. I developed new triggers and had to rework my daily routine … Read More
Traveling with Epilepsy: Finding Adventure in Slovenia
Sometimes, finding adventure means ignoring fears and jumping in with both feet. Going canyoning in Slovenia required just that!… Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay: Epilepsy isn’t my only story
Recently, someone asked me to talk to a small group. I wanted to choose a story that is inspiring, something that would relate to these young adults, and something that would stick with them as they started a new journey. I couldn’t help but wonder: is epilepsy my only story? Is this how people identify me…as the girl with epilepsy who ended up doing well in life, despite doctors telling me I may not?… Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay™: Thankful for Epilepsy
As part of the Epilepsy Blog Relay™, I share why I am thankful to be living with Epilepsy.… Read More
Traveling with Epilepsy: Does air travel altitude lower seizure threshold?
Over 20 years ago, I told my neurologist that before menstruation, my number of seizures increased. I had never been told (or read) my monthly cycle could be a trigger, but my gut feeling said it was. My doctor assured me that menstruation was not a trigger and the increase in my … Read More
Emily’s Perspective: Ideas for Purple Day 2017
Purple Day 2017 is quickly approaching! Join Emily and get and share ideas to celebrate and support one another on March 26, 2017!… Read More
Leila’s Ideas: Volunteer Match
There are so many people who have helped me in my epilepsy journey. Whether they’re friends, family, or organizations, I am beyond thankful for those who have spent time with me on this crazy ride. I want to volunteer with others just like I was helped, but there are so many ways … Read More