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Parting of the Clouds

October 4, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Motivation Monday, Philosophy

Even in the darkest of times, there are injections of light that temporarily part the clouds. #MotivationMonday

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Illness Teaches

September 27, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Parkinson's Disease, Philosophy 7 comments

Illness teaches a whole new perspective on living. #MotivationMonday Chronic illness changes lives and forces those of us with conditions to realize how precious every single day is to us. We can appreciate what some may not see.

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You are the Key to Your Growth

September 20, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Mind Body Spirit, Motivation Monday, Parkinson's Disease, Self Care

No fees, no contracts, just you! You are the key to your growth, your future, and whatever you consider to be a win. Your best investment is in yourself! No broker needed! #MotivationMonday @ASoftVoicePD

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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 lift 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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Photo by Karl Robb of river with green trees on banks and mountains in the background with the words Every day is a gift. What we do with that gift is potential for self-improvement and a better world. #MotivationMonday

Every Day is a Gift

August 23, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Motivation Monday, Parkinson's Disease, Philosophy, Young Onset Parkinson's

Every day is a gift. What we do with that gift is potential for self-improvement and a better world. #MotivationMonday

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A mistake is not a mistake, if we learn from it.

August 16, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Motivation Monday, Parkinson's Disease, Philosophy

A mistake is not a mistake, if we learn from it. If we continue to be rigid and not make a change, then it may be a mistake. #MotivationMonday

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To the Best of our Ability

August 9, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Mind Body Spirit, Motivation Monday, Parkinson's Disease, Philosophy

Doing anything to the best of our ability is an achievement. #MotivationMonday

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Fruits of our Labor

August 2, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Motivation Monday, Parkinson's Disease, Philosophy

The fruits of our labor are rewarded far beyond monetary compensation. Good begets good. #MotivationMonday

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One of the Most Underestimated Tools We Have

July 26, 2021 Karl Robb Motivation Monday, Parkinson's Disease, Wellness 2 comments

Laughter is the safest, cheapest, and most universal unprescribed tool that we can add to our toolkit for health! #MotivationMonday

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Doing What is Best For You

July 19, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Motivation Monday, Self Care, Wellness

When you are ill, it is not selfish to be focused on improving your health and healing. For you to be your best – do what is best for you, even if others do not understand. #MotivationMonday

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Keep Inspired!

July 12, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Motivation Monday, Parkinson's Disease

Keep inspired! Amazing events are happening all around us – all the time. See the morning sunrise. Watch the night sky. Observe! #MotivationMonday

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Photo of people watching 4th of July Parade COVID-19 has amplified the clarity of what is truly important in our lives. by Karl Robb #MotivationMonday

Summer Resumes

July 5, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Motivation Monday, Parkinson's Disease

COVID-19 has amplified the clarity of what is truly important in our lives. #MotivationMonday

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Recognizing Rewards

June 21, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Motivation Monday, Self Care

Recognize and reward the fruits of your labor and other’s achievements! #MotivationMonday

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Flower Power

June 14, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Motivation Monday, Parkinson's Disease, Philosophy

A flower heightens our sense of sight and smell. It brings peace and calming. It’s like chocolate without the calories. #MotivationMonday

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In the Clouds

June 7, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Mind Body Spirit, Parkinson's Disease, Wellness

If our head is in the clouds and our feet are on the ground, our balance is at risk. When our mind, our body, and our spirit are all in balance, we are grounded and as strong as we can be! #MotivationMonday

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Morning Glow

May 31, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Motivation Monday, Philosophy One comment

The morning glow of beaming light through the trees, paints a glorious awakening for the start of the day. A dramatic sunrise fuels the spirit. #MotivationMonday by Karl Robb

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Nature Rejuvenates

May 24, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Motivation Monday, Parkinson's Disease

Nature rejuvenates and replenishes. Take in the gift of Nature without disturbing the residents. #MotivationMonday

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Everyday Joys

May 17, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Motivation Monday, Parkinson's Disease, Philosophy

Do not discount those everyday joys! #Motivation Monday

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Gratitude is the Fashion

May 10, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Motivation Monday, Philosophy

Gratitude is the fashion that never goes out of style. #MotivationMonday

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Opening your Mind

April 26, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Motivation Monday, Wellness

Opening your mind to new ways of healing can make

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What we do and how we act towards others is a currency that accrues over time. quote with flowers by Karl Robb

The Currency of Kindness

April 19, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Awareness Month, Motivation Monday

The Currency of Kindness – What we do and how we act towards others is a currency that accrues over time. #MotivationMonday

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Beneficial Actions

April 12, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Motivation Monday, Wellness

The most beneficial action that you can make in your life is to take charge and get as healthy as you can.

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Positive Thinking and the Inexplicable

April 5, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, A Soft Voice book, Awareness Month, Mind Body Spirit, Motivation Monday

Positive thinking and hope can help people get through the most traumatic of events. #MotivationMonday

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Self care starts and ends with you!

March 29, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Mind Body Spirit, Motivation Monday, Philosophy, Self Care, Wellness

Self care starts and ends with you! If you don’t do it, who will?
#MotivationMonday

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Welcoming Spring!

March 22, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Motivation Monday

After what felt like a very long hibernation, I await my release from an inordinately dark year. Thank you for the coming of Spring! – Karl Robb #MotivationMonday

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Sensory Awareness

March 15, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Motivation Monday, Parkinson's Disease, Self Care

Outward influences have inward consequences. Be aware of the choices that you make! #MotivationMonday

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Challenges Bring New Opportunities!

March 8, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Motivation Monday, Parkinson's Disease

In the mountains, the weather can change every five minutes,

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A picture of the Shenandoah Valley by Karl Robb Every life has a story and a meaning. Some lives just need a storyteller to relay it to others. Karl Robb quote

Everyone has a meaningful story.

February 15, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Motivation Monday

How well do we really know the people in our lives? Every life has a story and a meaning. Some lives just need a storyteller to relay it to others. #MotivationMonday

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While the human body is a vessel that may restrict some of our abilities, there is still far more that we are capable of doing. Karl Robb author and blogger

What We Are Capable Of!

February 1, 2021 Karl Robb 2021, Mind Body Spirit, Motivation Monday, Philosophy

There will be days for everyone with or without illness that we don’t want to get out of bed. Then, there will be days where we surprise ourselves at our fortitude and drive. #MotivationMonday

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Karl Robb has had Parkinson’s disease (PD) for over thirty years. With symptoms since he was seventeen years old, Karl was diagnosed at the age of twenty-three. Now fifty-four, he is a Parkinson’s disease advocate, an entrepreneur, an inventor, an author of two books about living with Parkinson's Disease and Chronic Conditions. He is a Community Team Member to ParkinsonsDisease.net. He is also an advisor and consultant on Parkinson’s disease for various organizations and corporations.Karl is a board member of both the Parkinson Voice Project and Parkinson Social Network based in Virginia. In his free time, he is a photographer, constant writer, longtime magician, and a practicing Reiki Jin Kei Do master. Karl received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. I am not a medical professional and this information is my personal view.

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