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PODCAST

My journey with Parkinson"s

I have had a blog called "Parkies and me - my journey with Parkinson"s" for the past four years. Now that I have finished work and have more time, I wanted to add a Podcast to provide more information and interest for my followers. I also hope to get guests on my Podcast on specialist subjects that would be useful to know for both carers and those they support. Look out for interviews regarding important legal decisions that is well worth a look. If you are interested in my Blog, you can find it on

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All Episodes

00:10:01

Decluttering the heart and mind

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/07/28

This podcast is about uncluttering ourselves, our hearts and our minds of all the negative things that have happened in our lives and the positives we can take from them.

en-nz

00:11:29

Gently letting go of the past and moving forward -...

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/07/21

I have been in spring clean or nesting mode this past week or two. Having a clear out of things that I felt I needed in the past and no longer need. Starting afresh as I move forward into the future.

en-nz

00:00:36

Just a taste about We are all unique

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/07/19

The podcast is about how we are all individuals who may all be trying to manage lives with Parkinson's, but it is important that we are still acknowledged for our individual needs.

en-nz

00:08:32

We are all unique - Episode 109

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/07/17

A few thoughts on the importance of recognising that a person with Parkinson's experiences their Parkinson's in their own unique way.

en-nz

00:07:30

Shedding my Social Work skin - Episode 108

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/07/14

Finally today I feel like I have closed the chapter on my life as a Social Worker and with that, I have reclaimed my right to live my life on my terms.

en-nz

00:09:22

Being your own best advocate - Episode 107

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/07/10

Advocating for your needs and ensuring you get the information you need is very important. Some, I have heard have had up to 3 years trying to get a diagnosis and that can be very difficult. In my blog www.parkiesandme.com I did a post about the challenges of getting a diagnosis. This is the starting point of advocating for yourself in this journey of ours.

en-nz

00:07:15

These feet are made for walking - or not - Episode 104

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/07/09

A new thing, now I have foot problems!

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00:08:22

Am I anxious? - Episode 104

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/07/04

Meeting with my Parkinson's Nurse and she described me as "an anxious person" . Both my husband and I were surprised and didn't think of me that way.

en-nz

00:08:40

Across the generations - Episode 104

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/07/02

A lovely day today with my 89 year old uncle and my 11 year old grand-daughter. I wanted to share my thoughts and gratitude for sharing time with both of them.

en-nz

00:11:19

Travelling and Parkinson's - Episode 103

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/06/30

Our recent trip to Rarotonga, held some surprises for me. I am slowly starting to progress I think. Here are some thoughts about things happening on our lovely Pacific Island getaway.

en-nz

00:11:19

Travelling and Parkinson's - Episode 102

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/06/30

This was the first time we had travelled internationally for a long time. Things are slowly progressing with my Parkinsons and I am noticing a few changes. Here's my thoughts on our latest overseas trip to Rarotonga.

en-nz

00:07:30

Getting back to me - Episode 101

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/06/15

After years of chronic pain, I feel I am finally fighting my way back to a 'normal' life where my life is not all about how much pain I have. Feeling very positive.

en-nz

00:05:24

Don't stay with a bad partner - Episode 100

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/06/14

In a previous life I was with an abusive husband. I am fortunate that I now have the most supportive husband I could wish for. We are a vulnerable group of people with Parkinson's and being with an abusive partner carries with it extra risk due to that vulnerability.

en-nz

00:08:32

Memory - What do you notice? Episode 99

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/06/14

Memory and memories are important to us. What do you do to help preserve your memory and exercise your brain?

en-nz

00:02:58

Continence - A wee problem and a poem

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/06/09

Inspired by my going to a talk about continence today, I thought I would write a wee (get it) poem about the subject.

en-nz

00:07:28

What is love? - Episode 97

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/06/08

Thoughts on love in many forms.

en-nz

00:01:43

An older person is a person too - Episode 96

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/06/01

Another wee poem about ageing.

en-nz

00:01:18

Continence and other joys - Episode 95

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/06/01

Just a wee short poem about ageing.

en-nz

00:08:04

Sometimes being negative can be positive - Episode 94

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/05/27

For me, it's all about being honest. About not feeling I have to be positive and cheerful all the time. Who could be with this condition? Owning the days when it is all a bit much and getting on with it, not with false positivity, but with honesty.

en-nz

00:10:16

Years in your life or life in your years? - Episode 93

My journey with Parkinson"s ·

2025/05/24

It's time for the bucket list. Time to plan and do the things that we have always wanted to do. To not put it off to tomorrow for tomorrow may never come.

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