Living with a lifelong medical condition is like taking on life's twists and turns with an extra load. It's not always easy, but people dealing with this challenge are like everyday heroes. They show us that no matter what life throws at you, there's a way to keep moving forward. 

Valeria sits down with Brazilian-American fashion mogul, beauty influencer, and entrepreneur, Camila Coelho. 

In this conversation filled with unexpected twists and remarkable resilience, Camila shares her battle with the heavy stigma that often surrounds epilepsy, the restrictions it imposed and her very first seizure at school made her feel incredibly different from her peers. But what truly shines in her story is her unwavering determination. She takes us through the challenging path of managing epilepsy while pursuing her dream of starting a family. 

Camila tirelessly advocates for epilepsy awareness and fights against its stigma. This episode is more than just a personal journey; it's a compelling call for change and compassion. It reminds us all to confront prejudices, embrace vulnerability, and find strength in a supportive community. 

Connect with Camila on:

https://www.tiktok.com/@camilacoelho 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDl9AK32Xzr_2UOxjt03f6w 

https://www.instagram.com/camilacoelho/ 

https://www.elaluz.com/ 

https://camilacoelho.com/ 

Valeria is on:

https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/ 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA 

https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky 

Not Alone Podcast

What We Talked About:

• 00:00 Intro
• 00:34 “I grew up in a small town, before moving to the US.”
• 04:51 Diagnosed with epilepsy at 9 years old
• 10:29 The stigma about epilepsy and the restrictions than come with it
• 14:23 Feeling different from others, first seizure attack in school
• 19:59 The medicine can potentially affect the baby during pregnancy
• 24:17 The process of trying to get pregnant and changing medication
• 31:26 Other factors that trigger an episode of epilepsy
• 33:53 Prioritizing health over work 
• 39:36 Did you have periods of burn out
• 40:57 Epilepsy awareness and ending the stigma
• 44:46 Is lack of information prominent in the country?
• 46:13 Talk to someone about about your fears to someone you trust
• 47:59 Becoming more comfortable with being vulnerable and sharing your insecurities
• 49:50 Other people who you can share your troubles with

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