My name is Lauren Mendelsohn and I was diagnosed with epilepsy in 2020. I am the host of Our Strength Within. Over the course of this podcast I’d like to bring you along on this journey. I want to bring comfort to those going through something similar, share awareness about epilepsy and other invisible illnesses and shed light on the stresses brought to caregivers.In this episode, I chat with my friend Grace about the importance of moving your body and fueling it properly, as well as how to build healthy habits for nutrition and wellness.

I am a member of the Winter Park Toastmasters group. This is my speech from January 2026 which earned me the Best Speaker recognition for that week. I talk about my biggest hero, my mom!

My name is Lauren Mendelsohn and I was diagnosed with epilepsy in 2020. I am the host of Our Strength Within. Over the course of this podcast I’d like to bring you along on this journey. I want to bring comfort to those going through something similar, share awareness about epilepsy and other invisible illnesses and shed light on the stresses brought to caregivers.In this episode, I talk about the latest good news in my journey! I've gotten back my driving privileges but with that came a lot of emotions and reflection.Connect with me on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/ourstrengthwithin/

My name is Lauren Mendelsohn and I was diagnosed with epilepsy in 2020. I am the host of Our Strength Within. Over the course of this podcast I’d like to bring you along on this journey. I want to bring comfort to those going through something similar, share awareness about epilepsy and other invisible illnesses and shed light on the stresses brought to caregivers.In this episode, I speak with Ian from The Family Mess Podcast. He shares about his family history with anger and depression and what he's gone through to break that cycle.You can listen to his podcast here: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-family-mess--3598976

My name is Lauren Mendelsohn and I was diagnosed with epilepsy in 2020. I am the host of Our Strength Within. Over the course of this podcast I’d like to bring you along on this journey. I want to bring comfort to those going through something similar, share awareness about epilepsy and other invisible illnesses and shed light on the stresses brought to caregivers.In this episode, I interview Ella, who shares about her journey with her own invisible illness - an undiagnosed (at least not yet) issue that affects her digestion, along with multiple severe food allergies. Join our community over on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/ourstrengthwithin/

My name is Lauren Mendelsohn and I was diagnosed with epilepsy in 2020. I am the host of Our Strength Within. Over the course of this podcast I’d like to bring you along on this journey. I want to bring comfort to those going through something similar, share awareness about epilepsy and other invisible illnesses and shed light on the stresses brought to caregivers.In this episode I interview my colleague Jamisha, who has suffered through domestic violence. We discuss her journey as well as the important support system that ultimately led her away from that experience.If you or anyone you know is suffering with DV, you have a voice! Call the DV hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or in an emergency call 911.Follow along on Instagram!www.instagram.com/ourstrengthwithin/

My name is Lauren Mendelsohn and I was diagnosed with epilepsy in 2020. I am the host of Our Strength Within. Over the course of this podcast I’d like to bring you along on this journey. I want to bring comfort to those going through something similar, share awareness about epilepsy and other invisible illnesses and shed light on the stresses brought to caregivers.In this episode, I interview my twin brother to hear his perspective in being one of my caretakers, as well as discuss his own struggle with vertigo.

My name is Lauren Mendelsohn and I was diagnosed with epilepsy in 2020. I am the host of Our Strength Within. Over the course of this podcast I’d like to bring you along on this journey. I want to bring comfort to those going through something similar, share awareness about epilepsy and other invisible illnesses and shed light on the stresses brought to caregivers.

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