A Soft Voice In A Noisy World by Karl Robb Living Well

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Learn to Lift Up Yourself

September 13, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Living Well, Parkinson's Disease, Wellness

Before you take on the weight of the world, learn to life up yourself! #MotivationMonday

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Making a choice!

August 30, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Living Well, Motivation Monday, Parkinson's Disease, Philosophy

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

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Talking with my Neurologist, Dr. Randolph Stephenson! It’s so much more than Parkinson’s disease!

July 21, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Education, Featured, Interviews, Living Well, Parkinson's Disease, Videos, YouTube

My latest talk with my Neurologist and Movement Disorder Specialist, Dr. Randolph Stephenson, is so much more than a patient, a care partner, and a neurologist having a chat.

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Vacations Can Do Wonders

June 28, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Living Well, Mind Body Spirit, Motivation Monday

Even a brief vacation into nature can bring clarity, relaxation, and renewal! #MotivationMonday

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Building Your Parkinson’s Virtual Wellness Plan with Polly Dawkins via Parkinson Social Network (PSN)

December 17, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Education & Support, Living Well, Parkinson's Disease, Self Care, Wellness, Young Onset Parkinson's

Angela and I were the hosts for speaker Polly Dawkins, Executive Director, of the Davis Phinney Foundation during a webinar organized by the Parkinson Social Network (PSN).

Announcing Inspiration Alley

December 3, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, 2021, Inspiring Stories, Living Well, Parkinson's Disease, Photo Galleries, Tools, Videos

Inspiration Alley is the exciting new part of our site dedicated to highlighting memorable audio, video, photos, and creative tools to teach, remind, laugh, and motivate!

Parkinson Voice Project 15th Anniversary Celebration

Come join the Parkinson Voice Project 15th Anniversary Saturday, November 7, 2020 6:30pm CST (7:30pmEST)

November 6, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Education & Support, Living Well, Parkinson's Disease, Self Care

I invite you to join me and my friends at Parkinson Voice Project (PVP) for

Are You A Little Lost? You Are Not Alone! We Are in Transition.

October 13, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Living Well, Mind Body Spirit, Parkinson's Disease, Philosophy, Self Care, Wellness 4 comments

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!

Remembering Our Animals

September 3, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Inspiring Stories, Living Well, Mind Body Spirit, Philosophy, Self Care, Support

The animals in our lives can leave long lasting imprints that help to make us who we are. Our awareness for creating a connection with another animal awakens our character and that feeling of responsibility.

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, Tips, Wellness

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

The Home in Transition!

August 23, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Comedy, Living Well, Mind Body Spirit, Parkinson's Disease, Philosophy, Self Care

This pandemic has led us to turning our family homes into a workplace, an online schoolhouse, and with telemedicine, our doctor’s office. The safety and convenience of telemedicine have altered and changed life as we know it, for good.

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.

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ZOOM Is Changing The Way We Communicate

June 18, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Apps, Education, Education & Support, Living Well, Media & Trends, Mind Body Spirit, Parkinson's Disease, Self Care, Support Groups

ZOOM Is Changing The Way We Communicate by author and blogger Karl Robb – A Soft Voice in a Noisy World

A Very Different Parkinson’s Awareness Month!

April 1, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, 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

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.

Getting What You Need-Support

January 30, 2020 Karl Robb 2020, Education & Support, Featured, Living Well, Mind Body Spirit, Parkinson's Disease, Self Care, Support Groups, Young Onset Parkinson's

The reality is that a well-run support group offers camaraderie, information, and a wisdom that comes from so many, all in one place. When you find a good group, it feels like another family and a place that you belong.

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

CarePartner/Caregiver Appreciation Those of us living with Parkinson’s disease and have a caregiver or care

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

November 4, 2019 Karl Robb Education, Education & Support, Exercise, Featured, 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.