Living

Participating in Rock Steady Boxing (RSB) is the single most important thing I have done for myself since diagnosis five years ago. I wish I had started the day I...

In life, there are some people who transcend the nature of what they do to become something greater. By virtue of our deep connection and respect for their thoughts/deeds/attitudes, they...

In this series, we discuss the causes of anxiety for those facing physical illness and its side effects. Phrases in bold are the words of our community members across various...

Most people think of Parkinson’s disease (PD) as a neurodegenerative motor disorder. When you picture someone with Parkinson’s you imagine someone with a tremor, slowness of movement and difficulty controlling...

I heard these words, “you have Parkinson’s” and didn’t have a clue as to what was heading my way. Among other things I learned it takes a team to stay...

The monster storm, Florence, is just one of the many unexpected, unavoidable, and life-altering experiences to test our ability to adapt. The devastation from the waves, rain, and flood have...

When one is dealing with an illness like Parkinson’s, time is completely unpredictable and often difficult to manage. Between weighing outside stimuli, the quality of your sleep, the digestion of...

"The more you recognize and express gratitude for the things you have, the more things you will have to express gratitude for." - Zig Ziglar November is a time for...

In today's world, people often fear to ask someone "different" a question. For many of us growing up (myself included), we had very little exposure to other cultures, religions, lifestyles...

Have you had enough of sky-high prescription prices? Are you tired of insurance plans that won’t cover them? Does the whole process make you want to scream? Do you feel...

When I look back at some of my old report cards from as long ago as fifth and sixth grade, I notice that there is a rating scale that ranges...

One of the most challenging aspects of Parkinson’s disease is how it affects someone’s ability to sleep at night. Nightmares, violent dreams, and uncontrollable jerking and kicking of the legs...

Parkinson’s communities and researchers emphasize that a positive attitude can make living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) more tolerable. People with PD can live an active and productive life. When you...

In the wake of Hurricane Florence, I suddenly had a déjà vu moment dating back to August 2005 when a series of events took place during the unfolding tragedy known...

With Parkinson's, believe it or not, it's easy to get overwhelmed and feel rundown. As someone I once knew said, "When it rains, it pours." Even if we are causing...

Sleep, it’s a ritual we have performed mostly without issue, since childhood. It was as easy as putting on your pajamas, lie down, close your eyes, and wake up revived...

My wife informed me that we have a friend's Halloween party coming. With over a month to go, there's so much pressure to be something cool. I've already been informed...

I’ve tried and tried but it just seems impossible to overcome Parkinson’s disease (PD)! Does this sound familiar? You may or may not relate to the previous statement. If not...

My wife and I were traveling to Virginia for Labor Day weekend. With her at the wheel, she was able to navigate the rain, traffic, sounds, and lights so I...

Do you have to have Parkinson's disease (PD) to write about it? I’ve often thought about and asked myself that question. So, what would you say? Is the information more...