Category: Parkinson’s Disease
Taking the mystery out of a reiki treatment.
Calm and Very Cool! The time has come to demystify
Viewing of Capturing Grace in DC!
Last night, I attended a viewing of Dave Iverson’s touching
Keeping Our Emotions In Check.
If you are dealing with Parkinson’s disease, then I suggest
Wellness Way at World Parkinson Congress (WPC) 2016
Wellness Way is your opportunity at the World Parkinson Congress 2016 in Portland, OR, to take time for yourself and experience therapies like massage, yoga, reiki, meditation and more.
The 2016 WPC’s New “Book Nook” Will Bring Readers And Authors Together!
I have been fortunate to have attended 2 World Parkinson
Some Do’s and Don’ts For A Better You
Once you find a routine that works well it becomes
It Doesn’t Hover!
If you are going to take any kind of risk, make sure that you have looked at all the angles!
10 Holiday Suggestions For Those Dealing With Parkinson’s Disease
The added pressure of trying to produce “the right gift” and to cook “the right meal” on top of dealing with your Parkinson’s disease probably isn’t of benefit to your condition…
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.
Remembrances
I recently attended a funeral of a dear friend’s father’s
Thankful in 2015!
As Thanksgiving rapidly nears, I am compelled to once again
Making Choices
Let’s stop worrying about the parts of our lives that we can’t possibly change.
Bond Is Back and Parkinson’s Is Still Here
Today, the newest James Bond blockbuster, SPECTRE, is released in
ASoftVoice.com Reaches to 200th Post
It has always been my intention to provide the readers, both Parkinson’s disease related and not, a thought, a picture, or a story that might inspire or spark conversation.
A Look At Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease
At the time of my diagnosis, I was said to be in the rare two percentile of patients. Now, according to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation (PDF) it is estimated four percent of people with PD are diagnosed before the age of 50. It is estimated that 60,000 new cases are diagnosed a year and somewhere between 1 million to 1.5 million people in the United States are living with it.
10 Observations For People With Parkinson’s To Consider
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.
A Twenty Year Old Speech Rings True
I was going through my files of paperwork and came across years of documents that I considered to be motivational, inspirational, and truly worth being read and reread.
FDA Reaches Out To Learn More On Those With Parkinson’s Disease
Yesterday, I had the honor and privilege of testifying in
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.
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…
Nutrition, health, and news to come from World Parkinson Congress (WPC) and the Brian Grant Foundation (BGF)
Nutrition in general is a vital component to our daily health and to someone with Parkinson’s, diet is even more crucial. Staying hydrated and eating the right fruits and vegetables will keep your digestion active to help avoid constipation.
I Will Choose Will Become An Anthem of Strength & Hope
On occasion I get requests to endorse, promote, or mention
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.
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.
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!
Looking At Change
I for one, have never been great with change! The reality of the situation is that change happens whether I want it or not. The energy, time, emotion, and effort, that we spend could be used so much better if we didn’t chase what we know can’t be changed.
