I was reminded that I have an obligation for young onset and newly diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, who might learn from my experience. I am dedicated, after 40 years of living with Parkinson’s disease, to offering assistance and benefit to the Parkinson’s community.
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Making a choice!
Today’s Motivation Monday is on deciding to take charge of our lives. I am even asking you to make a decision. Had I chosen to believe that I was dealing with a chronic illness with no options, I would not be here thirty years later. I made a choice. #MotivationMonday
Are You A Little Lost? You Are Not Alone! We Are in Transition.
I find myself spinning my wheels rather than keeping focused on what I should be doing. The distractions are boundless. Procrastination has become far too easy!
It’s World Parkinson’s Day
I am 53 years old and was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at the age of 23. I have made it my mission to provide Parkinson’s awareness. Thirty plus years with Parkinson’s has taught me a great deal about living well with this chronic condition.
Being Malleable Opens Potential Benefit!
Rigidity in thought and body may go hand in hand. Rigidity can be many people’s main complaint when they are first diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Keeping active, moving, exercise, and stretching are just a few of the tools to keep in mind when your body starts to stiffen up.
An Exciting Documentary Project Called The Animated Mind of Oliver Sacks
UPDATE 07/23/18 – I am happy to report that The Animated
Nature on Netflix To Wake To, Sleep To, and Enjoy
Nature on Netflix To Wake To, Sleep To, and Enjoy – A Soft Voice In a Noisy World blog Karl Robb
“Let It Go” – Reprise
Clinging on to that which does not serve us only
Dyskinesia Isn’t A Dance and It Really Isn’t Funny!
The struggles of coping with dyskinesia and understanding how it differs from tremor.
10 Tips to Improving Your Life with Parkinson’s Disease and Other Health Conditions
Diet and Parkinson’s disease seem to go together; which makes complete sense, as reams of research seem to point to the gut as a possible culprit for the illness.
Respite
Taking time for yourself isn’t a luxury–it’s a necessity! Just taking a few minutes more, every day, can make a difference in your mood, your creativity, and overall well-being living with a chronic condition.
Travel Time!
Where are you going, what are you doing, how will
Headspace – The App that nudged me back on track.
Who would have that thought a piece of technology, like Headspace, could be so instrumental in reviving my peace and calm.
Taking the mystery out of a reiki treatment.
Calm and Very Cool! The time has come to demystify
Fighting Parkinson’s?
There is no question that Parkinson’s disease can be a tremendous struggle, filled with changes and developments. My theory is that when we ‘wage war, go to battle, or fight’, we highlight stress, violence, and turmoil.
Relying On Our Intuition
Our intuition is what keeps us stable and on an
A Mindful Christmas
As Christmas nears and I think about the coming New
What Does A “Cure” Mean?
What does a cure mean to you? Does it mean
It’s A Fast-Paced World
We live in a world of faster is better: food-service,
Just Let It Go!
It’s what you tell yourself when a thought or emotion
Parkinson’s Disease and Your Identity
As an advocate for Parkinson’s disease (PD) awareness and issues
Don’t Label Me Or My Illness
It is ingrained in western culture not to question the
All Charged Up
 I have little doubt that Neurological disorders like, Parkinson’s disease,
Picture Of The Week-Snow Meditation
A Peaceful and Calming Image of Winter As much as
Timing in Parkinson’s Disease May Be Everything
Do you find yourself losing track of time? Do you
Freedom
As we end the celebration of the 4th of July
Fighting Negativity
Oil Spills, Terrorism, Earthquakes, Tragedy, Mudslides, Injustice, Hate, Cruelty, Death, and