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      • 3 THINGS YOU NEED TO DO ASAP FOR EPILEPSY AWARENESS MONTTH
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      • How I feel about Epilepsy
      • FEATURE::Raising Awareness About Living With Epilepsy Story
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MY EPILEPSY STORY:  A LETTER TO MY YOUNGER SELF

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At the onset of my epilepsy, all I could remember is that I was headed to recess and boom! Next thing I know, I woke up in a hospital bed. I didn’t recall anything else that happened to me after heading to recess. Even to this day, I don’t remember it. That particular seizure kept me in the hospital for a week. It took me an entire week to regain my strength and become my old self again. After recovery, I didn’t have another seizure for an entire year. I almost had forgotten about that seizure until one day I went into status epilepticus. The seizures kept on coming non-stop without a warning. Again, I don’t recall much about that day when the seizure returned. However, from that day on I was diagnosed with epilepsy. I’m not sure if life changed for me, but....click here for more

​4 WAYS TO WEAR AN OVER-SIZED JACKET

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BEAUTY:

Purlisse Cocount + Rice Face Mask

HAIR

WIG OR BRAIDS?

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​FITNESS:

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I usually don't work out a lot, because the seizure meds I'm on regulate my weight. USUALLY. Since I've moved back home ( Houma) that has changed. My clothes fit a little more-i don't like that. lol. So I decided I needed to start working out. 

1. Boost happiness levels
Working out gives you endorphins and they make you happy!!! That is a fact!
A Penn State University study found that people who exercised, whether it was a mild, moderate or vigorous workout, had more pleasant feelings than those who didn’t.
2. Learn to set — and achieve — goals.
This is a good one! Are you a procrastinator (I can be). This is a fabulous way to set weekly goals for yourself. And see results!!!
3. Reduce your risk of heart disease naturally. Click here for the full story

LIVING WITH EPILEPSY:

Feature: Raising Epilepsy Awareness

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So I was interviewed last week via email about epilepsy and epilepsy awareness by a man named Buddy Roberts.  He saw my picture on instagram and asked to do a health feature for the publication he works for called Lakeside Living in Alabama.  Of course I said yes!  I couldn't pass up a chance to speak out about epilepsy. So, click here for feature story

How I Feel during A seizure

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Ok, for starters I think I'm pretty open about my epilepsy. Today I want to share a story about how it feels when I have a seizure. 

Before seizure:

For me, it's like going in a dark place or tunnel that's closing in on you. The sound, the space, light slowly or quickly leaves me. Everything gets foggy; I can't comprehend things such as my name and where I live.

During a seizure:  Click here for full story..

EPILEPSY AWESOMENESS MONTH

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It's that time of year, EPILEPSY AWESOMENESS MONTH!! I will be sharing personal stories and others will as well. I am doing a video series via my instagram community @epilepsydiaries about various topics! Interested in submitting? Great!

​5 things are needed from you. Click here for full story.

6 Things You Should Know About Someone Who Has Epilepsy.

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There are two sides to me. The side that has complete control (this picture). Then 😒 there is the side that I have no control over. That's when I have a seizure. Click here for full story
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My Epilepsy Story

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I want talk to you guys about my struggles with epilepsy.
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When did I start having epilepsy?
At the age of 9, I had my first seizure. I was at school, in ...Click here for full story

FOOD:

How to Make a Healthy Smoothie with Black Seed Oil

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​This is such a healthy fruit smoothie! Let me tell y'all the benefits of black seed oil comes from Nigella Sativa   that is native to Asia. Recent studies on this incredibly powerful seed oil show it may be helpful in combating super bugs like MRSA or h.pylori and in cancer patients.... click here for story.

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To watch the T.I. Pre-game experience, the game and fun, click here.

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HOW TO GET WHAT YOU NEED:  Face Value Or Nah?

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Sometimes we don't get what we want. Instead, we get what we need. If things don't workout as you planned & they never do!😩 Just recently, nothing was working in my favor. I had to pause for a moment and ask God-what is this lesson you are trying to teach me? My bestie wasn't available to help me solve this problem. Therefore, I had to solve this by myself. Oh did I mention, I over analyze everything. I do pros & cons list, I journal.. I just do too much!

​So I had two different situations going on, with two different people. I just wasn't communicating effectively. You know the way we communicate when we're upset. So passive aggressively. Ignoring.....Click here to finish story


Feed Your Mind With Wisdom

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So I was given this book by The White Light Publishing Company.  It was such a page turner!! When I say, I will not let go of this book.  I will most likely read this book again.  This book is about peace and letting go of everything that is holding you back.  I want to give you everything, but I can't. lol.  So I'll give you a brief of some things.  

-Happiness and security are not the same thing.  Are you looking for happiness or security?  What is happiness to you?  My grandparents knew exactly what happiness meant to them. They were financially stable and we had great traditions.  As I write this, I'm at my grandmother's house (lol). I'm thankful for those traditions they instilled in us.  Those traditions I will one day pass on to my family. =) It was never about finances.  They really loved their family and wanted all of us close.  Click here to finish story..


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