Seizure First Aid And The Hidden Cost Of Silence, with Jane Rogers

Send us Fan MailA seizure can happen in a grocery store aisle, in a meeting, or in the middle of a normal Tuesday, and the hardest part is often the uncertainty. We sit down with Jane Rogers, who has lived with epilepsy for more than 30 years, endured countless seizures, and gone through brain surgeries, then turned that lived experience into her memoir Laughing Through the Storm. She doesn’t sugarcoat what epilepsy takes, but she also shows how humor can be a real survival tool when your body stops feeling predictable.We get practical about seizure first aid and epilepsy awareness. Jane explains what bystanders can do immediately that actually helps: stay calm, time the seizure, use reassuring words, protect the head, and support recovery by rolling someone onto their side. She also shares an important nuance many people miss, when to call an ambulance and when a person with a long history of typical seizures may not need an automatic emergency response unless the seizure is prolonged or there’s injury. If you’ve ever worried you’d “do the wrong thing,” this part is clear, actionable, and worth saving.Then we go deeper into the hidden cost of stigma. Jane talks about being diagnosed at 13, getting bullied, and learning that silence felt safer than honesty, a lesson that followed her into adulthood and the workplace. We unpack what it takes to speak up, set boundaries, and reclaim confidence, including how therapy helped her break down the walls she built to survive. If you’ve ever hidden a diagnosis, minimized your needs, or felt talked down to, you’ll hear yourself in this conversation.If this story helps you understand epilepsy or makes you feel less alone, subscribe, share the episode with someone who should hear it, and leave a review so more people can find it.Connect With Jane Rogers: Website: https://laughingthroughthestorm.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laughingthroughthestorm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jane.rogers.339999 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-rogers-46684842Immunology Diagnostics30% off of IMBXX. Code: Healthymind Get the test, insurance covers.Towards Wellness CoachingOffer: 25% off | Code: POD2026. Available internationally in paperback and eBook formats.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showWant to Be a Guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? 👉  DM me on PodMatch 💬 Want to come on the show? Be a Guest 🌐 Explore the full network  | 📨 Newsletter | 👥 LinkedIn CommunityThis isn't self-help. It's self-honesty.💼 Sponsor Our Show | 🎬 Check Our Services📌 Disclaimer This episode is for educational and informational purposes only. Guest views are personal and do not represent the host or Healthy Mind by Avik™. The Network does not verify or endorse guest statements. Nothing here is medical, legal, financial, or professional advice, please consult a qualified professional. Engage critically. Third-party content referenced under fair use. Guests are responsible for their own statements. Concerns? Contact us | Full disclaimer.By listening, you accept this disclaimer in full.