Recently, I’ve noticed an emerging trend: my grand mal seizures tend to occur around 7am as opposed to 4am. It’s a maddening realization that an earlier awakening of 20min could potentially have spared me from these episodes.
In light of this, my mom once again suggested revisiting the option of anti-convulsant medication. Despite its proven ineffectiveness, she believes it might provide some degree of extended resistance against seizures, potentially allowing me to regain consciousness before they occur. It’s a logical approach, one grounded in the hope of preventing future episodes and the accompanying anxiety they bring.
However, I’ve opted for a different path — one that empowers me to continue avoiding the medication altogether.
Firstly, I’ve decided to implement a stricter sleep schedule. I plan to set an alarm for 8 hours and 30 minutes of sleep each night, regardless of when I actually fall asleep. By adhering to this routine, I hope to minimize the risk of being caught in that vulnerable window of time where seizures are most likely to occur.
To reinforce this commitment to waking up at a consistent time, I’ve chosen to utilize technology as a tool for accountability. Specifically, I’ll be setting alarms on my iPhone, configured with a sound that cannot be easily dismissed or ignored via Apple Watch. This ensures that I am promptly alerted to the need to rise from bed, reducing the likelihood of lingering in that dangerous period where seizures are more prone to strike.
