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A neutral? As for the condition we have, do you think it's made you look at things in a different way than before and it's kinda made you be

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Englewood, CO

A different person and may have helped you now see things you didn't know about and are starting to get a different way of perception on your life with, curious and wondering is all, I think it's dif per person and such, but as for the post here I am going to say it has, not all of it yet, but it's happened since being diagnosed with and is still happening to me as I go down my path of my life with, at first it was the unknown part that got to me and I wasn't sure what it was going on but… read more

August 6
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

That is true, Dave7. Years ago when I was trying to lose weight, I tried all sorts of ways, which of course, did not help me. Then one day I read on the internet from an online doctor that Lions Mane helps epileptics lose weight. About 5 or 6 years later, I tried the Lions Mane and that is how I got my new figure. And other ways to help the skin. I made Bone Broth for my knees and because it makes Hyaluronic Acid which helps the skin also, I do not have any wrinkles on my face and I am told I look younger than my real age. We have to try all sorts of different ways to help for certain conditions we have.

August 6
MyEpilepsyTeam

What a beautifully honest reflection. Living with epilepsy truly can shift your perspective in profound ways, and your journey from uncertainty at diagnosis to acceptance and even strength is something many people with epilepsy can relate to.

A MyEpilepsyTeam member once shared something similar:

"The moment I received my Show Full Answer

What a beautifully honest reflection. Living with epilepsy truly can shift your perspective in profound ways, and your journey from uncertainty at diagnosis to acceptance and even strength is something many people with epilepsy can relate to.

A MyEpilepsyTeam member once shared something similar:

"The moment I received my official diagnosis, I dropped all my assumptions about epilepsy. It was so freeing."

Another MyEpilepsyTeam member put it this way:

"The more I learn about epilepsy, the more I realize that it's not my fault." Acceptance is such a powerful part of living well with epilepsy. Many people find that once the initial fear and uncertainty settle, a new sense of self begins to emerge — one that is more resilient and self-aware.

Your faith and daily routine clearly provide a strong foundation, and that kind of personal anchor can be incredibly grounding when managing a lifelong condition.

As one MyEpilepsyTeam member beautifully said:

"I truly believe that life is 10% circumstantial and 90% perspective and you can change your life with your attitude."

Your epilepsy does not define you — but it sounds like it has helped shape a stronger, more compassionate version of you. That's something worth celebrating. 🙏

August 6
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

What I tried years ago was Garcinia Cambogia and Raspberry ketones - supposed to help with weight loss. They didn't help whatsoever. I am so glad I read about the Lions Mane. Great stuff that works.

August 11 (edited)

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