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Living with Parkinson’s | Bryce Perry

Bryce Perry | DOING LIFE TODAY
Parkinson's Disease
Mental Health
Parkinson's
Medication Management
Levodopa
Community Support
Dyskinesia
Care Partners
Dopamine
Fatigue
Grief
Speech Therapy
Exercise
Humor
Drooling
Bathroom Urgency
Resilience
Coping Strategies
Parkinson's Fatigue
Self-Care

The Good, the Bad, and the Reality Your Source of Strength, Hope, and Support.

Diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2010 at age 40, Bryce Perry has spent over 15 years navigating the daily challenges, unexpected changes, and surprising lessons that come with living with a progressive disease. Through it all, he’s found purpose, perspective - and plenty of humour.

Living with Parkinson’s is a real, raw,... more

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Have you ever been somewhere completely ordinary when suddenly your brain just says, “Nope, we’re done”?

The noise gets too loud.

The lights feel too bright.

You can’t focus.

You can’t think.

And sometimes you just need to get out.

That happene... more

For years, people with Parkinson’s have been saying the same things.

The fatigue is real.

The brain fog is real.

The loss of motivation is real.

And sometimes the hardest part hasn’t been living with these invisible symptoms. It has been wonderin... more

What if some of the hardest Parkinson’s symptoms to explain finally had a scientific explanation?

The fatigue that rest doesn’t fix.

The brain fog.

The disappearing motivation.

That strange feeling where you want to move or do something, but gett... more

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Parkinson’s doesn’t just drain your body. It can drain your ability to make decisions too.

What should I do first?

Should I go out now or wait?

Do I have enough energy for this?

What happens if I say yes?

And before the day is even half over, yo... more

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There comes a point with Parkinson’s when you’re not just tired from the disease. You’re tired of explaining the disease.

Why are you so tired?

Why are you quiet?

Why can’t you decide?

Why did you change your mind?

And before you know it, you’re... more

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A good Parkinson’s day can be dangerous for one simple reason: we finally feel good enough to try to do everything.

You wake up moving better. Your meds cooperate. Your energy feels decent.

So naturally, you decide this is the day to catch up on ev... more

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Parkinson’s can make you tired before you have even done anything.

Not because you are lazy.

Not because you lack motivation.

Because before the day even begins, your brain may already be running a full logistics department.

Meds. Timing. Energy.... more

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Parkinson’s pain is hard enough to live with.

But sometimes the hardest part is trying to explain it to someone else.

One hour you seem okay.

The next hour your body feels completely different.

And then someone says, “But you were fine earlier.”

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Parkinson’s Questions: 5 Real Answers That Every Patient Needs to Hear
Q: how can I help someone who won't ask for help?
Offer one small, specific thing—because 'I'm fine' often hides fear of being a burden; concrete offers and celebrating small acceptances build trust.
Parkinson’s Questions: 5 Real Answers That Every Patient Needs to Hear
Q: does light therapy help during off times?
Light therapy helps regulate the circadian rhythm, which can reduce the intensity of off moments over time and improve sleep and mood.
Parkinson’s Questions: 5 Real Answers That Every Patient Needs to Hear
Q: anybody else getting hives all the time? Is it the meds?
Hives are not a common Parkinson's symptom; they can be triggered by new medications or dose changes, highlighting the importance of monitoring reactions.
Parkinson’s Questions: 5 Real Answers That Every Patient Needs to Hear
Q: is DBS only helpful when your meds stop working?
Not a last resort; DBS can be effective while meds still work but may be inconsistent, and it helps by stabilizing neural activity rather than replacing dopamine.
Parkinson’s Questions: 5 Real Answers That Every Patient Needs to Hear
Q: how long does Levodopa usually take to start working?
Typically 20 minutes to an hour, with around 30 minutes being the sweet spot, though individual timing can vary as the body adjusts after diagnosis.

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What is Living with Parkinson’s about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across episodes, the show centers on practical, experience-driven guidance for living with Parkinson's, addressed to both people diagnosed with the condition and their care partners. Topics cover medication timing and optimization, symptom tracking, conversations with neurologists, diet and exercise considerations, sleep and stress management, and the emotional realities of daily life with a progressive disease. A consistent throughline is turning complex medical information into simple, actionable steps, reinforced by caregiver perspectives, community support, and a candid, humorous approach that helps reduce isolation. Notably, the program frequently emphasizes patient empowerment, data-informed discussions with doctors, and building smal... more

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Living with Parkinson’s launched a year ago and published 129 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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