Creating Community: Meet a Fellow Author and Survivor :)

It's incredibly important to share the stories of others with Epilepsy, especially those that are insightful, relatable, and positive. I'd like you to meet Freya Symes; I've posted her story below and information for further reading. I truly enjoy her point of view on living life with Epilepsy... See for yourself! :) “Mummy I can’t see”.... Continue Reading →

“Black & Purple”: The Reality of Epilepsy on Purple Day

She’s flailing. Arms rigid but pulsing, fists clenched so tight her fingernails dig into her skin, making half-moons. Head to the side, thrashing against the carpet, burning the skin on her cheek. Her mouth is chomping, teeth gnashing against each other, but she finds only her tongue as it lolls to the side, helpless. She... Continue Reading →

“Epileptic” by Definition?

Writing about my journey with Epilepsy gives me the privilege of sharing my small story and receiving the encouragement of others- both friends and strangers- all with such big hearts. I received a message from a woman with whom I went to high school and it turns out she has Epilepsy as well. I never... Continue Reading →

Epilepsy and Pregnancy: “My Little Man & I”

(Know that I realize I’m very fortunate to be able to go through a pregnancy and these are my experiences/thoughts. Everyone is different.) They say a baby will shake up your life and my little man did just that- in more ways than one :) I always knew it would be a possibility that even before... Continue Reading →

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