These are just a few of my observations from living with Parkinson’s disease for over 30 years. I hope you find them to be of help and encourage you to share what have learned with me and my readers.
Category: Health
A Gentle Reminder
This is a gentle reminder to all the selfless caregivers,
Why Did The Medication Stop Working So Fast–The Antibiotic Dilemma
When my medications turned off immediately for no apparent reason, I was befuddled and beyond worried. Not long ago a good friend experienced the same perplexing event with no medical forewarning.
Dogs Give Us So Much!
Animals have healing properties all of their own. Look deep into these amazing and loving eyes and you can sense the intense power.
10 Minutes May Exceed 10 Benefits!
I have strategies to counteract Parkinson’s disease, but like most of us, I falter and forget to use them. I am exploring a 10 minute a day mind and body exercise program…
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.
I Will Choose Will Become An Anthem of Strength & Hope
On occasion I get requests to endorse, promote, or mention
Changing Your Stripes
No matter what you want to call it, patterns, cycles,
Alaska Awareness
I am fresh back from Alaska where I was treated
Thought of the Day 2
Parkinson’s disease can force us to make major life alterations
Staying Social and Involved Is Empowering
Parkinson’s never asked me if it come and play,
It’s the kind of houseguest you wish would go away.
Missing
If you read my blog, I am a positive person but I see far too many friends disappearing from our community. As these voices go silent, it becomes easier for them to go missing.
Things Change
Modern medicine is remarkable and the leaps that we have made show great promise for our future.
Thought of the Day 1
Whether you have Parkinson’s disease or not in your life, I have discovered one important constant that makes a difference.
Monday Poem
Look beyond what you may not know. Keep an open mind and answers start to show.
Who Are The Parkinson’s “Experts”?
It has occurred to me that there are so many
Health and Healing
It will take change to make a difference in our own care. We can’t rely totally on Western medicine. You only see your neurologist a few times a year.
I Didn’t Volunteer For Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s disease has taught me so much about living! It has brought me a perspective, a purpose, and a focus!
ASoftVoice.com Named In Best Parkinson’s Blogs of 2015!
I am so honored to be recognized with so many
5 Keys to Health
Consider this for your search for health and wellness:
Laughing feels good–but does more!
Laughter, giggles, chuckles, guffaws, and smiles are powerful tools for
No Holiday For Parkinson’s Awareness
Those of us living with the illness as well as our care partners, caregivers, and close relatives, are all well aware of the physical, the mental, and the spiritual toll that Parkinson’s can take.
10 Pieces of Parkinson’s Awareness
April has been declared to be Parkinson’s Awareness Month. So, I pose this question to you—what does that mean?
My Wife-Angela Robb, Recognized As A Champion of Change!
UPDATE! Just in case you missed it, here is the
Momentum
Monday mornings can be exciting or drudgery, depending upon your
A Friend’s Inspirational Story
Parkinson’s disease has given me many gifts, lessons, and opportunities. I am forever thankful for the amazing people that I have met and developed friendships with over the past 20+ years.
10 Suggestions to Improve the Doctor-Patient Visit (from a patient’s viewpoint)
10 Suggestions to Improve the Doctor-Patient Visit (from a patient’s viewpoint)
10 Tips for Staying Positive and Proactive
10 Tips for Staying Positive and Proactive by Karl Robb – asoftvoice.com Take care of yourself. The more you know about Parkinson’s, the better. You play the key role in your own health.
