Health - A Soft Voice In A Noisy World

Self-care is about making your care a priority. Self-care is about drinking enough water and eating well. Self-care is about getting physical and mental exercise, everyday.

Making Self-Care a Priority

December 5, 2022 Karl Robb 2022, Health, Mind Body Spirit, Motivation Monday, Parkinson's Disease, Self Care, Wellness, Young Onset Parkinson's

Self-care is about making your care a priority… #MotivationMonday

Jonah Hill’s movie, Stutz, is a must see!

November 22, 2022 Karl Robb 2022, Featured, Health, Inspiring Stories, Parkinson's Disease, Philosophy, Self Care, Videos, Young Onset Parkinson's, YouTube 2 comments

Jonah Hill’s intimate, deep and powerful, insightful, and illuminating documentary film, Stutz, unleashes so many important topics for discussion and expression that can lead to healing and understanding!

In Depth Discussion w/ Dr. Michael Okun, University of Florida, Chair of Neurology

January 18, 2022 Karl Robb 2022, Advocacy, Education & Support, Health, Interviews, Mind Body Spirit, Parkinson's Disease, Reiki, Videos, YouTube

In Depth Discussion w/ Dr. Michael Okun, University of Florida, Chair of Neurology. A longtime friend and fellow author, Michael, Angela, and I discuss a wide range of topics from advocacy, complementary medicine/reiki, exercise, and so much more.

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A Thought-Provoking Talk with Health Union’s CEO & Co-founder, Olivier Chateau

August 24, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Advocacy, Education & Support, Health, health union, Inspiring Stories, Interviews, Parkinson's Disease, Philosophy, Videos, YouTube

Watch a candid & inspiring conversation with CEO and co-founder of Health Union, Olivier Chateau. His exciting approach is novel, refreshing, and so insightful! Learn about how Health Union provides online communities and empowers people with chronic conditions.

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Interview with Dr. Ray Dorsey, Neurologist and Co-Author of Ending Parkinson’s Disease!

March 10, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Education, Health, Interviews, Parkinson's Disease, Politics, Research, Videos, Young Onset Parkinson's, YouTube 2 comments

Karl Robb and Angela Robb interview Dr. Ray Dorsey, who is a Parkinson’s Disease neurologist, researcher, and author. Dr. Dorsey is the David M. Levy Professor of Neurology and Director of the Center for Health + Technology at the University of Rochester Medical Center and co-author of the book Ending Parkinson’s Disease: A Prescription for Action.

The Mighty’s Guide to Parkinson’s Disease

August 27, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Education, Education & Support, Health, Living Well, Medications, Mind Body Spirit, Parkinson's Disease, Self Care, The Mighty, Wellness

The Mighty, one of the largest online information resources on various illnesses, recently launched their own Parkinson’s disease guide.

A Parkinson’s Wellness Checklist

July 20, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Education & Support, Exercise, Health, Living Well, Mind Body Spirit, Parkinson's Disease, Self Care, Support Groups, Tips, Tools, Wellness

Self-care is a topic that I talk about quite a bit, on this blog. During these changing times, it can be easy to forget wellness tools and tips that we have in our toolbox.

The New and Improved Tools & Resource page!

July 8, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Education, Education & Support, Health, Living Well, Parkinson's Disease, Research, Self Care, Support Groups, Wellness

Stay informed and aware of what people with Parkinson’s disease are writing about, how they are dealing with the illness, and find information that may inspire or educate. Gain perspective and get unique views from people from all over the world.

Mask It

July 3, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Education & Support, Health, Self Care

Mask It -The number of infected and deaths from COVID-19 are staggering. If a mask means life or death, there really is no logical excuse for not wearing one. Once again, this pandemic shows that without severe caution and diligence, it will escalate with ease. This virus is not a joke and it is not just going to go away, like magic.

My First Online Doctor’s Visit – TeleHealth Makes Sense for Less Stress and Lower Expense

June 15, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Apps, Education & Support, Health, Media & Trends, Parkinson's Disease, Politics, Self Care

I asked Dr. Dorsey what his thoughts were on the rapid burst of telehealth popularity. His remarks were, that if you like using telemedicine for physician visits, to tell your representatives, so that we can keep this most beneficial technology.

It’s World Parkinson’s Day

April 11, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Education, Education & Support, Health, Mind Body Spirit, Parkinson's Disease, Philosophy, Self Care, Wellness

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.

A Very Different Parkinson’s Awareness Month!

April 1, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Advocacy, Awareness Month, Education, Education & Support, Health, Living Well, Media & Trends, Mind Body Spirit, Parkinson's Disease, Philosophy, Self Care

In just a matter of days, our world has been turned upside down and around

Some things to watch on Netflix at this time.

March 22, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Apps, Education, Health, Media & Trends, Mind Body Spirit, Self Care, Videos

If you have Netflix, here is a list of some suggestions to consider: As we

Spread Love, Compassion, Care, and Kindness-Not the Virus!

March 19, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Education & Support, Health, Philosophy

It is my hope that we choose to share compassion and kindness, in this time of need. This is our opportunity to reunify our nations and the entire planet.

Trying to Process Shock, Loss, and Grief

March 12, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Education, Health, Mind Body Spirit, Philosophy, Self Care, Wellness

Thinking that you are flexible and easy-going can be dramatically different until, you are challenged. Life has a way of sneaking in unexpected setbacks that knock your feet out from under you.

The Missing Month–Where Have I Been?

March 1, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Education & Support, Health, Living Well, Mind Body Spirit, Self Care, Wellness

I am back, after taking almost a month-long adventure-road trip to Key West and back to Northern Virginia. For about 3 weeks, Angela, Lily, the Chocolate Lab, and I explored the Southeast coast and sucked up the warm breezes, compelling sunsets, and miles of open road.

Saying It Gracefully Through Poetry—Robin Morgan’s TED Talk

January 16, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Education, Education & Support, Health, Inspiring Stories, Media & Trends, Mind Body Spirit, Parkinson's Disease, Philosophy, Self Care, Videos, Wellness, YouTube

Robin Morgan’s TED talk in 2015 is an eloquent expression of her poetic epiphanies from years with Parkinson’s disease. Her gentle cadence and masterful verbiage put her finger on many of the concerns, frustrations, and unknowns…

Ideas For The New Year

January 15, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Education, Health, Living Well, Mind Body Spirit, Parkinson's Disease, Philosophy, Self Care, Wellness

It’s a new year and the thought of those resolutions on the club napkin are but distant memories. Seriously, resolutions can be wonderful intentions yet only to create a burden that wasn’t the intention in the first place.

Feeling Grateful-Happy Thanksgiving!

November 28, 2019 Karl Robb Education, Education & Support, Health, Living Well, Philosophy, Wellness

Being Thankful On the morning of this chilly windy Thanksgiving day, I want to express

It’s National Family Caregivers Month-Here are some thoughts!

November 22, 2019 Karl Robb 2019, A Soft Voice book, Carepartners, Dealing and Healing Workbook, Education, Education & Support, Health, Living Well, Mind Body Spirit, Parkinson's Disease, Philosophy, Self Care, Wellness

Take the time to show your love and gratitude for all that your caregivers do for you…

Rock Steady Boxing is making a difference in my Parkinson’s disease!

November 4, 2019 Karl Robb Education, Education & Support, Exercise, Health, Inspiring Stories, Living Well, Mind Body Spirit, Parkinson's Disease, Self Care, Videos, Wellness 3 comments

Rock Steady Boxing and my coach, Alec Langstein (https://rocksteadynova.com/), have made me stronger, fitter, and quicker. There is a definite and noticeable improvement in my mobility, agility, and balance.