Talking about Parkinson's
“The Only Day We Have” — A Documentary in Progress
I’m excited to tell you about my new project, a documentary focusing on young-onset Parkinson’s.
My Conversation with Nina Mosier, M.D.
Recently, I had the pleasure of speaking with Nina Mosier, M.D., Executive Director of Power for Parkinson's (PfP).
Telling My Parents I Have Parkinson’s Disease
How do you tell the people you love most that you have a progressive neurologic disease?
Empowered By Parkinson’s Documentary: A Panel Q & A
A panel of six people involved with the 2020 documentary film Empowered By Parkinson's discuss the film and life with Parkinson's disease.
On ‘Embracing the Suck’ with Parkinson’s Disease
Brené’s genius is that she recognizes that most of us live with pervasive shame, which ultimately quells our courage and prevents the kind of vulnerability that offers more joy.
Sex and Chronic Illness: Letting Worlds Collide
One thing that never has to change is our dedication to our total selves...
“How Did You Know You Have Parkinson’s?”
Ultimately, finding out I have Parkinson’s required adhering to my belief that knowing the truth is better than running from it.
Brooklyn, Central Park, and the Bird: Three Years with Parkinson’s
When I return to New York in a couple of weeks to run my own marathon, I expect to form new and less gap-filled memories.
Chronic Illness and the Power of Acceptance
“The ache for home lives in all of us. The safe place where we can go as we are and not be questioned.” --Maya Angelou
On Wearing Masks, Needing Each Other, and the Importance of Beginnings
“The beginning in every task is the chief thing.”--Plato
Five Questions for Heather Kennedy
Recently, Heather sat down with PD Wise to speak about her experience of living with Parkinsons.
From “Why?” to “So What?”—Thoughts on Illness and Other Painful Experiences
Painful experiences inevitably prompt us to ask questions, and especially questions of why?
Sharing Struggles, Offering Encouragement, and Making Connections through Radio
I focus on living my life to the fullest in spite of the challenges this disease presents.
Parkinson’s and Friendship
“Are you in any pain?” he asks, his eyes opened wide and his body bent slightly forward in the passenger’s seat of my car.
From Silence to Freedom with Parkinson’s Disease
One evening, in the fall of 2016, I walk quietly into our dining room, where my backpack rests in a chair.
Communication Changes and Challenges throughout the Disease Process—A Patient’s Story
I have now entered my 43rd year with PD, having been diagnosed at age 7, and I am in a unique position to be able to pass on my experience and knowledge.
Telling My Children I Have Parkinson’s Disease
How do you tell the people you love most that you have a progressive neurologic disease?
A Stronger Voice
Like many things Parkinsonian, the changes came on slowly and subtly, but they didn't relent.