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Thankful Thursday: Short Interactions Can Become Big Moments with Time
When asked to lead an age based support group, I was told not to prepare for her session as the content expert, so I didn't. I wasn't prepared, though, for how the experience would empower me.
Leigh Goldie
Aug 61 min read
Thankful Thursday - It's a Family Affair
Follow Harper’s journey with Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome and uncontrolled epilepsy as her family shares the reality behind seizures, the power of understanding, and the support they found through Empowering Epilepsy.
Leigh Goldie
May 71 min read
Thankful Thursday - Katie's Story
Leigh told me that 1 out of 26 people are diagnosed with epilepsy… I did not know that for a while until I met her.
Leigh Goldie
Apr 301 min read
Thankful Thursday - Aneia's Story
I wish I could convey to you in writing how finding Leigh Goldie with Empowering Epilepsy changed my journey with Epilepsy for the better. I literally don’t feel like I would be here today if it was not for the support I received and continue to receive from Leigh Goldie and Empowering Epilepsy.
Leigh Goldie
Apr 164 min read
Thankful Thursday - Michelle's Story
This heartfelt story shares how finding Empowering Epilepsy can truly change a life. Through meaningful connections, compassionate leadership, and supportive programs, the author describes what it feels like to finally be understood. From support groups and educational speakers to art therapy and community events, this blog highlights the many ways Empowering Epilepsy helps individuals feel less alone, more informed, and more hopeful. It’s a powerful reminder of the impact co
Leigh Goldie
Apr 92 min read
Thankful Thursday - PURPLE DAY® Edition
Today is Purple Day, an international Epilepsy Awareness Day started by a then 9 year old girl in Canada. This day finally brings more awareness to epilepsy and seizures. For Empowering Epilepsy, it is our way of bringing people who support Epilepsy Awareness together to create positive, lasting memories.
Leigh Goldie
Mar 262 min read
Thankful Thursday - Carrie's Story
Empowering Epilepsy has provided me and my family with the information and support we needed to understand the type of epilepsy I have and a place to “belong”.
Leigh Goldie
Feb 193 min read
Thankful Thursday - Adam's Story
Thankful Thursday - Read Adam's story about living with epilepsy and finding community in a variety of ways with Empowering Epilepsy.
Leigh Goldie
Feb 53 min read
Thankful Thursday - Frank's Story
My love of sketching started with adult coloring books that were brought to me from Empowering Epilepsy while in the hospital.
Leigh Goldie
Jan 291 min read
Upcoming Events
Multiple DatesSat, Sep 19
Thu, Sep 24Sep 24, 2026, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PMBeachwood High School Auditorium, 25100 Fairmount Blvd, Beachwood, OH 44122, USAJoin Empowering Epilepsy for a special screening of the groundbreaking movie, Under the Lights. Under the Lights is the story of Sam, a boy with epilepsy so desperate to have a normal coming of age, he goes to prom knowing that the lights will make him have a seizure.
Tue, Sep 29
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