I Have Epilepsy

I never really took epilepsy to be life-threatening or something that could potentially kill me. I thought that, because I haven’t had a seizure in 5 years and on medication, I’ll be fine.

But hearing about someone dying in their sleep after having a seizure, despite receiving treatment, it really makes me wonder. I may be fine for now, but who knows what can happen in the future.

Saying that, I’m not afraid of death. Never was. I know it’s inevitable. It’s going to come one way or another. I’ve accepted that.

But I’m only 23. I have so many things that I want to do and accomplish, before I do go. I want to travel, share my art, do some good in the world.

Keaten · 31-35, M

All the more reason for you not to hold back anymore. Your ailments are just a small part of your life. They should not rule over the entirety of it. You owe it to yourself to fulfill the life you want. You said it, you have so much you want to do. Remember that next time you lose interest or faith in yourself.