Are you ready to take action to live a fuller life?
The One More Step Challenge invites you to do something that improves your quality of life — big or small — with the right safety measures in place. We use sailing as an example of possibility, courage, and progress. We hope this inspires your own personal voyage.
Join us as a Virtual Shipmate and we’ll add your first name to our boat in recognition of your commitment.
What Is the One More Step Challenge?
Choose one realistic goal that improves your life in some way. Talk about safety measures with your family, friends, caregivers, and medical team.
Your step might be:
- Trying a new exercise routine
- Learning a new skill
- Returning to something you once loved
- Focusing on self-care
- Spreading awareness or participating in advocacy
Phil Haydon also refused to let epilepsy define his limits. After his head injury, he found safe ways to continue doing what he loved — eventually discovering sailing. By carefully managing sleep and medication, he gradually expanded into offshore racing.
Meet some of our Virtual Shipmates!
| Image | Title | Content | Tags |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Heather |
Previous to my myoclonus, I was a great cook and loved being in the kitchen. Fear of my hands jerking has kept me from doing any cooking for a long time. I want to get over that fear (with my rescue med and proper supervision) and realize that I can go one more step. So, I have signed up for a 12-session Culinary Academy. The staff have welcomed me despite the concern and I look forward to starting on July 8. I also look forward to succeeding! Sarasota, Florida (United States) | featured, new skill |
 | Joannie |
I am going to do NIA a Body Mind Soul non impact aerobics. Port Jefferson, NY (United States) | featured, health & fitness |
 | Jamie |
Trying to get out in nature more often such as riding horses or taking a walk when I can’t get out to the barn. Yorktown, VA (United States) | featured, health & fitness |
 | Addyson |
I am going to spread awareness about epilepsy at school. Glen Burnie, MD (United States) | awareness, featured |
Different journeys. Same idea: take one step forward.
What will your One More Step be?
How to Take One More Step
- Decide to take your step.
- Set a realistic goal.
- Identify possible challenges — practical and medical.
- Talk with your support team (physician, caregiver, family) about safety measures.
- Begin your personal voyage.
One More Step Grant Program
Once per year we offer micro-grants of up to $500 for those who would like to participate in the One More Step Challenge but find cost to be a barrier. You can learn more about the One More Step Grant Program here.
Benefits of Being a Virtual Shipmate
- Your first name added to the boat
- The opportunity to share your story and inspire others
- A Sail For Epilepsy flag flown on the day you are featured, with your name and the boat’s noon position written on it
- Possible live video connection with Phil while he is sailing
- Access to a special WhatsApp broadcast list for updates
- Invitation to join our Private Virtual Shipmates Facebook Group
Together, we raise awareness — not just about epilepsy, but about living fully with it.
Silent Shipmates
Prefer to participate privately? You can take the One More Step Challenge anonymously. Share your goal with us, but we will not add your name publicly or feature your story.
In Memoriam
If you have lost someone to epilepsy, you may add their name to our hull through the One More Step Challenge. Share their name and a memory, and we may feature them as a Virtual Shipmate in their honor.
If featured, you will receive a personalized Sail For Epilepsy flag flown on that day. We are deeply sorry for your loss — and honored to help carry their memory forward.
Take One More Step. Become a Virtual Shipmate. Spread and inspire others!
“I’m hoping those watching Jordan’s journey gain the confidence to get out there and accomplish their goal and not let epilepsy define them.”
– caregiver for a Virtual Shipmate