by Chris Maxwell | Aug 2, 2017 | Book Excerpts
People with epilepsy aren’t the only ones in this story. Think of the caregivers. Think of those in the medical and psychological fields. Think of neighbors and employers and teachers. It’s not easy being us. But it’s also not always easy being with us. Maybe we can’t...
by Chris Maxwell | Jul 17, 2017 | Blog
I was warned. Those planning the event told me not to take it personally. Before they explained the details, I was already starting to take it personally. They informed me of the nation’s reluctance to discuss epilepsy. Fathers refused to allow their children to admit...
by Chris Maxwell | Jul 14, 2017 | Blog
“Don’t forget your sunglasses.” My iPhone calendar reminds me of my appointments. It also reminds me of specific needs related to my life with epilepsy and a damaged brain. I wrote about trips to the dentist office as an uncomfortable place for many...
by Chris Maxwell | Jun 10, 2017 | Blog
If you think Underwater is a book just for those who are dealing with illness or brain injury, you would be wrong. There are so many insights to everyday life for everyone in this book by Chris Maxwell. I found the parallels in Chris’ medical adventure to echo the...
by Chris Maxwell | Aug 1, 2016 | Blog, Book Excerpts
– The following is from Chris Maxwell’s book, Changing My Mind. Now? I know so much about knowing less. I still study to obtain information and to grasp my recovery, my reality. Encephalitis. The cause of my effect of not knowing. It surprises you. Like a...
