💜 Seizing Success with Epilepsy: Olivia Atkin’s Invisible Strength Journey

About this episode

Olivia Atkin shares her journey of living with epilepsy and how it has shaped her success as an entrepreneur and speaker.

💜 In this episode of the Invisible Strength Podcast , Olivia Atkin shares how a childhood epilepsy diagnosis reshaped her life —and ultimately fueled her work as an entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and founder of Achieving Success . From navigating an invisible illness to working with the New York Giants , launching a business, and redefining success on her own terms, Olivia reminds us: You can build a life you love, even when your health rewrites the rules. If you live with epilepsy , chronic illness , or you’re chasing big goals while managing real challenges, this conversation will resonate deeply. 💙 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ How epilepsy shaped Olivia’s resilience and identity✔️ Why vulnerability is a leadership strength✔️ What people don’t see about invisible illness✔️ How to set goals without burning out✔️ Self-compassion practices for chronic illness✔️ The mindset shifts that helped Olivia thrive✔️ How to redefine success when life pivots✔️ Encouragement for anyone newly diagnosed Key Moments: 00:00 Intro 00:54 Diagnosis & Athletic Dreams 07:24 The Drive Behind Her Success 14:08 Bullying, Shame & Resilience20:23 Resetting Goals After Setbacks22:44 Military Spouse…

People in this episode

Hosts: Karin Wagner, Chris Burton

Guest: Olivia Atkin

Topics covered

• epilepsy
• entrepreneurship
• chronic illness
• resilience
• vulnerability
• goal setting

Keywords

• epilepsy
• chronic illness
• resilience
• entrepreneur
• TEDx speaker
• goal setting
• vulnerability

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: New York Giants, Achieving Success

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