2021

First Published:

Throwing Open the Doors
Considering Meditation’s Soothing Effect on Epilepsy

Ian and his friend are relaxing at a beach, when Ian suddenly has an epileptic seizure. While he struggles to recover, a raccoon steps in encouraging Ian to cope with his seizure by meditating. So, will this ease Ian’s struggle? Or will he be hit hard?

Real Voices from Readers

"This was another thoughtful, delightful, and beautifully illustrated book. As Louis brought to our attention the soothing effect of meditation on epilepsy, it also opened our hearts to consider the soothing effect of meditation on our lives as…[this] help[s] us eliminate the stigma experienced by people who live with epilepsy."

– Alice Barsoomian

"Such a pleasant way to present a serious topic. We really enjoyed this book as…it so wonderfully simplifies the message of compassion for people who suffer from, contain, fight, and persevere over epilepsy daily."

– Eric J Planey

"Compassionate, clear, and important for anyone dealing with epilepsy. Important truths are often simple and clear. This little book…takes epilepsy out of the realm of fear and misunderstanding to present its reality in a clear, compassionate way–and it also introduces important information about the effect on epilepsy."

– Douglas Preston