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-with test subject Micah Ball- A salty, sometimes irreverent account of Micah's surprise diagnosis with epilepsy; how it would short-circuit his world, plus the efforts to re-wire his mind (...Brain surgery?!?...) so as to regain his 'not-so-normal' life!

Seizure Salad


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    Latest episodes from Seizure Salad (~Fustercluck Epilepticus~)

    B-Side Diaries: Follow-up Consultation with Len May of EndoDNA

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 36:58


    I sat with Len May down to go over the results of DNA panel I'd submitted to EndoDNA.  What I learned about genetics & the endocannabinoid system is changing the way I consume cannabis, as well as other aspects of my life! Cannabis (THC & CBD) have been shown to significantly reduce seizure activity in many patients, & EndoDNA helped me to narrow down my best treatment options based on my personal EndoDNA profile.  Learn more here:  https://endodna.com/  #LenMay #EndoDNA @lenmaydna    ~ “Seizure Salad, Fustercluck Epilepticus”, is produced & hosted by Micah Ball~ ~Original Logo and Graphic Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez~ ~The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission. Find more great music & poetry on his website, GeorgeWatsky.com ~

    B-Side Diaries: Jan 31st, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2025 2:42


    Healing starts from within.

    2024 - I Am Thankful For...

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2024 9:56


    Some things I am thankful for this 2024... Much Love & Mad Gratitude! ~Micah B-Side #KYCO, #FirstCutFarms, #VertsNeighborhoodDispensary, #TripOnThis, #JimFortin, #SeizeYourStrength, #EFCOWY, #GeorgeWatsky.com, #AlbaLopez, #MelissaMoats, #TVAS, #HalRayle, #FamilyFustercluck    

    Gratitude

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 0:23


    Gratitude, by Ullie Kaye

    B-Side Diaries: November 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2024 11:09


    B-Side Diaries: June 5th, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 10:14


    Joining the working world again... uffda.   Produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    B-Side Diaries: March 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2024 9:47


    Knocked down but not out.  “Seizure Salad, ~Fustercluck Epilepticus~”, is produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo and Graphic Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission. Find more great music & poetry on his website, GeorgeWatsky.com   Thanks for listening! Mad Gratitude, ~Micah Unexpect the Expected  

    "New Normal" by Ullie Kaye

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 1:17


    Loneliness of Healing

    B-Side Diaries: Jan 15th - happy birthday to the King!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 9:46


    I enjoy sharing a birthday with the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr.  (Tha man!!!)

    B-Side Diaries: November 30th, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2023 10:48


    Gone too long, and catching you up on what's been going on...    “Seizure Salad, ~Fustercluck Epilepticus~” is produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo and Graphic Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission. Find more great music & poetry on his website, GeorgeWatsky.com   Thanks for listening! Mad Gratitude, ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    August 2023: Breakthroughs

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2023 13:05


    ~I am done with fear. ~Moving from reaction to response. ~Building gratitude.  ~Knowing what you love. ~I LOVE being able to work again    “Seizure Salad, ~Fustercluck Epilepticus~” is produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo and Graphic Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission. Find more great music & poetry on his website, GeorgeWatsky.com   Thanks for listening! Mad Gratitude, ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    B-Side Diaries: June 21st, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 5:05


    ~Ch-ch-ch-Changes!  plus... ~Road Trips. ~Summer Solstice & 9 months seizure free!   “Seizure Salad, ~Fustercluck Epilepticus~”, is produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo and Graphic Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission. Find more great music & poetry on his website, GeorgeWatsky.com   Thanks for listening! Mad Gratitude, ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Decoding Epilepsy with Dr. Dee McKnight

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 38:57


    We've talked about genomics in relation to medications, and precision medicine using DNA panels.  In this episode, we narrow it down with Dee McKnight, a genetic specialist in the epilepsy community.  Dee has been a part of the effort to bring genetic testing as a common diagnostic practice from the early days.  Enjoy this eye-opening episode, and share with everyone, as it has the possibility to save lives. Here are links to the papers Dee references in our conversation: Mostly kid's testing results: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/epi4.12348 Adult epilepsy study: https://ng.neurology.org/content/8/1/e650 Doctor's changes to clinical management and patient outcomes study: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaneurology/fullarticle/2797510   Dr. Dee McKnight is board-certified in clinical molecular genetics by the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics. She has more than 10 years of experience in the genetic diagnostics field and is currently a Senior Medical Affairs Director at Invitae. Prior to joining Invitae, Dr. McKnight was the director of the neurogenetics testing program at GeneDx, where she specialized in genetic testing for patients with epilepsy and intellectual disability. Dr. McKnight earned her doctorate degree at Penn State University and completed post-doctoral training at the NIH. While at the NIH, she was a research fellow at the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research for 5 years, during which she also completed her board-accredited clinical molecular genetics training fellowship at the National Human Genome Research Institute. “Seizure Salad, ~Fustercluck Epilepticus~”, is produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo and Graphic Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission. Find more great music & poetry on his website, GeorgeWatsky.com   Thanks for listening! Mad Gratitude, ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    B-Side Diaries, March 25th 2023: On the Road Again?!?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2023 9:30


    6 months seizure-free, able to drive again, and getting deep-brain therapy. I set up a GoFundMe to be able to get a van, to build into a mobile recording studio & camper/caver condo!  You can help me regain my independence and the ability to travel for work by donating here:  https://gofund.me/eaf6c9a6 Please & Thank You! Micah “Seizure Salad, ~Fustercluck Epilepticus~”, is produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo and Graphic Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission. Find more great music & poetry on his website, GeorgeWatsky.com   Thanks for listening! Mad Gratitude, ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Random Fustercluckery with Mitch & Jacob: March 2023 - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2023 31:13


    Mitch & Jacob kick back with me and sesh on topics including:  Serving our country, resetting the subconscious mind, creating positive impact, and random tangents like air-compressors Help support Mitch's fundraiser so he can continue to help community & families heal from Trauma!  Donate to "Reboot Recovery, Overcoming Trauma Together" here: https://rebootrecovery.donorsupport.co/-/NNHFWZXX?member=SQMAQJPT    “Seizure Salad, ~Fustercluck Epilepticus~”, is produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo and Graphic Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission. Find more great music & poetry on his website, GeorgeWatsky.com   Thanks for listening! Mad Gratitude, ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Random Fustercluckery with Mitch and Jacob - March 2023, Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 36:21


    Mitch & Jacob kick back with me and sesh on topics like: purpose, giving back & paying forward, mindset & neuroplasticity, and guns in Switzerland(?!?)   Help support Mitch's fundraiser to help community & families heal from Trauma!  Donate to "Reboot Recovery, Overcoming Trauma Together" here: https://rebootrecovery.donorsupport.co/-/NNHFWZXX?member=SQMAQJPT    “Seizure Salad, ~Fustercluck Epilepticus~”, is produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo and Graphic Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission. Find more great music & poetry on his website, GeorgeWatsky.com   Thanks for listening! Mad Gratitude, ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Misdiagnosis Rollercoaster w/ Jesse Mercury of the Major Pain Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2023 90:34


    ~ Jesse & I sit down to talk about his lifelong misdiagnosis of a chronic condition, his podcast & other creative endeavors, and of course a bit of off-topic banter!  Enjoy! ~ Jesse Mercury is the host & producer of the podcast, Major Pain, as well as a prolific content creator & musician. Jesse's content library can be found on Bandcamp, YouTube, TikTok, and his website www.jessemercury.com."   Listen to Jesse's podcast, just click on his logo below! "The Major Pain podcast is a collection of interviews from people living with chronic illness and disability. Our goal is to spread awareness, empathy and community around experiences often lived through in isolation. We also occasionally hear from healthcare professionals, pain researchers and caregivers, giving us a well-rounded view of what's happening in our healthcare system for the chronically ill. Through sharing these stories important themes have become increasingly apparent, including the dangers of medical gaslighting, the importance of self-advocacy and the fact that none of us are in this alone. You can share your thoughts, your story, or inquire about appearing on the show at majorpainpodcast@gmail.com.   “Seizure Salad, ~Fustercluck Epilepticus~”, is produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo and Graphic Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission. Find more great music & poetry on his website, GeorgeWatsky.com   Thanks for listening! Mad Gratitude, ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Take 5 with Maria Mayes

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2023 56:50


    Maria Mayes is a Well-Being Coach and teacher who is on a mission to help others take their power back from anxiety. She specializes in simplifying techniques and ancient wisdom teachings into small digestible bites that are easy to apply, through her signature Take 5 Stretch & Breath Breaks and Wine & Well-Being Workshops. Maria is Certified through Chopra Global in Coaching, Meditation and Ayurveda and is an RYT200 Yoga Teacher with specialty training in mental health, neuroscience and applied poly-vagal theory. Join us as we learn more about Maria's personal history with misdiagnosis and seizures, and what she learned through self-compassion & mindfulness.  Learn more about Maria at https://www.take5.health/ , and you can sign up for a free Take 5 here: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63335fcdd960dab4eb97c81b    Thanks for listening! “Seizure Salad, ~Fustercluck Epilepticus~”, is produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo and Graphic Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission. Find more great music & poetry on his website, GeorgeWatsky.com   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected  

    Len May on Precision Medicine, Cannabis, & DNA

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2023 39:01


    Len May is CEO and Co-Founder of EndoCanna Health, and held past positions as President of the CannabisAction Network and Board Member/Lifetime Member of the California Cannabis Association. Len currently serves as chair of the CBDIA science board, and is a stakeholder in some of the industry's most iconic cannabis-based brands. His expertise includes the workings of the endocannabinoid system and how genetic expression plays a role in human experiences. As a Certified Medical Cannabis Specialist in Medicinal Genomics, Len has an in-depth knowledge of genomics, cannabinoids and terpenes, and their interaction with the endocannabinoid system. Learn more about him & his company here:  https://endodna.com/   Len is also author of the book "Making Cannabis Personal", available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Making-Cannabis-Personal-Guesswork-Experience/dp/1953153410  And if he's not already busy enough, Len also has a podcast: "Everything Is Personal", available on Apple & Spotify.   “Seizure Salad, ~Fustercluck Epilepticus~”, is produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo and Graphic Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission. Find more great music & poetry on his website, GeorgeWatsky.com   Thanks for listening! Mad Gratitude, ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Mind Over What Matters, with Dan MacQueen

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2023 41:07


    Dan has survived two emergency brain surgeries, weeks in a coma, and months in a rehab hospital. What he found out along the way might surprise you: there is nothing like a brain injury to refocus the mind! Driven by a positive mindset, Dan battled through excruciating rehab exercises to rebuild his life and return to a job he loved. He's grateful for the doctors who saved him and the friends and family who supported him. Now he wants to pay it forward. https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielmacqueen/  ~Ice-Breakers & Gamification ~Turning down the "Suck" ~It's not your fault, however it IS your responsibility!   “Seizure Salad, ~Fustercluck Epilepticus~”, is produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission. Find more great music & poetry on his website, GeorgeWatsky.com   Thanks for listening! Mad Gratitude, ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Welcome Mitch Lo to the Family Fustercluck

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2023 34:34


    I have the pleasure of introducing Mitch Lo; military vet, firefighter & EMT, and fellow epileptic.  Mitch has a healthy attitude toward his condition, and some really intense experiences from being a first responder at Ground Zero during 9/11. Mitch & I touch on the mental & psychological aspects, as well as medical roadblocks in our treatments.  And, of course, random tangents here and there. Enjoy! “Seizure Salad, ~Fustercluck Epilepticus~”, is produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo and Graphic Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission. Find more great music & poetry on his website, GeorgeWatsky.com   Thanks for listening! Mad Gratitude, ~Micah Unexpect the Expected    

    End of Year Conversation with Rachel Duncan - Part 4 of 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2023 19:36


    ~Manipulating natural bias ~Setting SMART Goals ~Accountability Buddies ~Tapping into your Connections Rachel Duncan is a counselor in finances, as well as mental/emotional health. She is also an art therapist, stemming from her passion for painting, music, & theatre.  Learn more about her effective & compassionate approach through these links: https://rachelduncantherapy.com/  and  https://www.wefigured.com/    “Seizure Salad, ~Fustercluck Epilepticus~” is produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo and Graphic Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission. Find more great music & poetry on his website, GeorgeWatsky.com   Thanks for listening! Mad Gratitude, ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    End of Year Conversation with Rachel Duncan - Part 3 of 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2023 15:29


    ~Baseline Anxiety is actually a gift....  Check out the book "Future Tense - Why Anxiety is Good for You (Even Though it Feels Bad)" by Tracy Dennis-Tiwary, PhD  ~Is extreme Anxiety & Stress the same? ~Some people are naturally more sensitized to injustice & bad s**t Rachel Duncan is a counselor in finances, as well as mental/emotional health. She is also an art therapist, stemming from her passion for painting, music, & theatre.  Learn more about her effective & compassionate approach through these links: https://rachelduncantherapy.com/  and  https://www.wefigured.com/    “Seizure Salad, ~Fustercluck Epilepticus~” is produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo and Graphic Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission. Find more great music & poetry on his website, GeorgeWatsky.com   Thanks for listening! Mad Gratitude, ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    End of Year Conversation with Rachel Duncan - Part 2 of 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2023 16:32


    ~Tips on asking for help ~Tangent on cats & critters (of course!) ~Texts vs. Phone Calls ~Rachel & I set a goal ~Seizure-Free Fall! Rachel Duncan is a counselor in finances, as well as mental/emotional health. She is also an art therapist, stemming from her passion for painting, music, & theatre.  Learn more about her effective & compassionate approach through these links: https://rachelduncantherapy.com/  and  https://www.wefigured.com/    “Seizure Salad, ~Fustercluck Epilepticus~” is produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo and Graphic Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission. Find more great music & poetry on his website, GeorgeWatsky.com   Thanks for listening! Mad Gratitude, ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    End of Year Conversation with Rachel Duncan - Part 1 of 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2023 16:00


    ~New Year Resolutions...what does that actually mean? ~Connections - You don't have to go at it alone! Rachel Duncan is a counselor in finances, as well as mental/emotional health. She is also an art therapist, stemming from her passion for painting, music, & theatre.  Learn more about her effective & compassionate approach through these links: https://rachelduncantherapy.com/  and  https://www.wefigured.com/    “Seizure Salad, ~Fustercluck Epilepticus~” is produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo and Graphic Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission. Find more great music & poetry on his website, GeorgeWatsky.com   Thanks for listening! Mad Gratitude, ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Random Fustercluckery with Jonathan & Jacob - part 7 of ...7? Oh yeah, 7... ;-)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2022 16:30


    ~Recap of the night's conversation;  I hang out with some twisted & beautiful individuals! 

    Random Fustercluckery with Jonathan & Jacob - part 6 of....is it 7? Yep, 7 parts.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2022 17:51


    - Helping elder neighbors - How cannabis etiquette has changed - Psychedelics decriminalized in Colorado - Magic Mushrooms (and a story about my adventure in New Mexico!)   Produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Random Fustercluckery with Jonathan & Jacob - part 5 of...?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2022 13:37


    All about music. - Sharing stories of playing & performing music. - Failing gym?!? - Ideas for guerilla performances in public places   Produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission The song "Stick Up" by Daily Bread   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Random Fustercluckery with Jonathan & Jacob - part 4 of ?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2022 11:14


    - Jacob really wants to talk more about Llamas   - Support Animals -Cats - Weather (this episode was recorded before the arctic blast)   Produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song "Stick Up" by Daily Bread The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Random Fustercluckery with Jonathan & Jacob - part 3 of ?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2022 12:15


    -We actually talk about epilepsy stuff for a few, and compare our inner headgear. -New Year Resolutions...or Goals?   Produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Random Fustercluckery with Jonthan & Jacob - part 2 of ?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2022 11:58


    -Like Motley Crue, but not. -Coffee & Donut delivery -Fusion! -Realistic goals   Produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Random Fustercluckery with Jonathan & Jacob - part 1 of ?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2022 7:33


    A bit of banter before the "official" start of the session. -Llamas & local wildlife   Produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Holiday Mental Health Survival Guide w/ Rachel Duncan - Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 22:32


    Holidays can be stressful & overwhelming for many!  In this 3-part episode, Rachel Duncan returns to the show with tips & tricks to survive the holidays with minimal mental & emotional distress. Learn more about Rachel Duncan at www.wefigured.com Resources used in this episode include: -"Atlas of the Heart" & "Braving the Wilderness" by Brene Brown - brenebrown.com -"5 Love Languages" by Gary Chapman - 5LoveLanguages.com    Produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Holiday Mental Health Survival Guide w/ Rachel Duncan - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 21:30


    Holidays can be stressful & overwhelming for many!  In this 3-part episode, Rachel Duncan returns to the show with tips & tricks to survive the holidays with minimal mental & emotional distress. Learn more about Rachel Duncan at www.wefigured.com Resources used in this episode include: -"Atlas of the Heart" & "Braving the Wilderness" by Brene Brown - brenebrown.com -"5 Love Languages" by Gary Chapman - 5LoveLanguages.com    Produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Holiday Mental Health Survival Guide w/ Rachel Duncan - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 21:55


    Holidays can be stressful & overwhelming for many!  In this 3-part episode, Rachel Duncan returns to the show with tips & tricks to survive the holidays with minimal mental & emotional distress. Learn more about Rachel Duncan at www.wefigured.com Resources used in this episode include: -"Atlas of the Heart" & "Braving the Wilderness" by Brene Brown - brenebrown.com -"5 Love Languages" by Gary Chapman - 5LoveLanguages.com    Produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Art Therapy & Mental Health Counseling w/ Rachel Duncan - Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2022 25:01


    I sit down with Rachel Duncan for this 3-part series about Art Therapy, Mental Health & Grief Counseling, and random asides. In part 3 Rachel & I wrap up my spontaneous Art Therapy session, and then lighten up the mood a bit.   Produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Art Therapy & Mental Health Counseling w/ Rachel Duncan - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 25:27


    I sit down with Rachel Duncan for this 3-part series about Art Therapy, Mental Health & Grief Counseling, and random asides. In part 2 we delve deeper into my story, we touch on my RNS implant & recent massive breakthrough seizure.  The session quickly becomes a therapy session.   Produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Art Therapy & Mental Health Counseling w/ Rachel Duncan - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2022 22:49


    I sit down with Rachel Duncan for this 3-part series about Art Therapy, Mental Health & Grief Counseling, and random asides. In part 1 Rachel & I get to know one another, and begin to delve into my history & mental health.   Produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    WOTS Up! with Mitch: Autumn 2022 part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2022 37:38


    Mitch & I catch up; sharing stories of my brain surgery, as well as his recent breakthrough seizure & how he got through it. Produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    WOTS Up! with Mitch: Autumn 2022 part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2022 35:29


    Mitch & I catch up; sharing stories of my brain surgery, as well as his recent breakthrough seizure & how he got through it. Produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    B-Side Diary, Sept 9th 2022: Staples for Stitches / Post-Surgery Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2022 24:32


    A recap of my implant surgery & following recovery. -How the RNS implant works -Pain management & the seizure meds -Mental challenges -Staples for stitches   

    B-Side Diary: Aug 24th, 2022 - The Night Before Surgery

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2022 9:11


    Well, here we are.  Getting ready for RNS Implant surgery tomorrow, and trying to stay calm & not anxious...

    here we go!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 10:05


    B-Side Diary - June 25th. Out of the hospital

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2022 5:43


    Out of the hospital & getting re-introduced to life outside...  wtf about Popcorn?!?

    B-Side Diaries, June 26th: Last-Minute Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2022 5:10


    I have never been so beat up.  I hurt. Play by play rundown of my electro-stimulation.  And other stuff...  

    B-Side Diaries, June 5th 2022: Just Seize Me Already!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2022 22:23


    Still in the hospital for the Phase II sleep study, waiting for this opportunity to be seized.

    B-Side Diaries: May 25th, 2022 - Human Pincushion

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2022 9:43


    SEEG Implant surgery. (What the hell are depth electrodes?!?)  

    Let's Talk About Depression & Anxiety w/ Nina Octavia - Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 31:51


    I had the pleasure of sitting down with Nina Octavia to talk about one of the major issues of our times; mental health.   Nina shares her own personal experiences with clinical depression & anxiety, and some of the ways she has learned to create a better life beyond her conditions. And of course we go on a few tangents here & there; the "scenic route" of conversation!   Produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Let's Talk About Depression & Anxiety w/ Nina Octavia - Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2022 26:54


    I had the pleasure of sitting down with Nina Octavia to talk about one of the major issues of our times; mental health.   Nina shares her own personal experiences with clinical depression & anxiety, and some of the ways she has learned to create a better life beyond her conditions. And of course we go on a few tangents here & there; the "scenic route" of conversation!   Produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Let's Talk About Depression & Anxiety w/ Nina Octavia - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2022 30:38


    I had the pleasure of sitting down with Nina Octavia to talk about one of the major issues of our times; mental health.   Nina shares her own personal experiences with clinical depression & anxiety, and some of the ways she has learned to create a better life beyond her conditions. And of course we go on a few tangents here & there; the "scenic route" of conversation!   Produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

    Let's Talk About Depression & Anxiety w/ Nina Octavia - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2022 26:49


    I had the pleasure of sitting down with Nina Octavia to talk about one of the major issues of our times; mental health.   Nina shares her own personal experiences with clinical depression & anxiety, and some of the ways she has learned to create a better life beyond her conditions. And of course we go on a few tangents here & there; the "scenic route" of conversation!   Produced & hosted by Micah Ball Original Logo Design by Alba "Lupi" Lopez The song “Seizure Boy” courtesy of Watsky, and used with permission   Mad Gratitude! ~Micah Unexpect the Expected

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