Understanding Brain Fog And Epilepsy
Speaking candidly, alongside seizures, brain fog is one of the most difficult – and sometimes exhausting – parts of living with epilepsy. What does brain fog feel like? Brain fog is more than just the occasional forgetfulness. We all experience…
6 Ugly Sides of Epilepsy Most People Don’t Like Talking About
It’s no secret that having a chronic illness sucks. There are sides to having epilepsy that are ugly or not well studied, and many people don’t know about them at all. Yes, there are still myths – and I’m not…
The Road Doesn’t End Here
One of the most difficult challenges since my diagnosis with epilepsy is finding reliable means of transportation. Sure. I have my husband and members of family who extend their willingness to help me get to and from where I want…
How to Beat the Heat Living with Epilepsy
“‘Cause a little bit of summer is what the whole year is all about.” – John Mayer What do you think of when you hear the word “summer”? Vacation, flip-flops, the beach, napping all afternoon in the hammock, fresh squeezed…
What NOT To Do When Living With Epilepsy
Living with epilepsy, I often reflect on new and different ways to embrace the reality of my condition. Over the course of a decade, I’ve pursued and pocketed different suggestions for what to do, whether it be a new medication…
