The Impact of Parkinson's and the Unknown | Jimmy Choi | TEDxRushU
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- Upon my diagnosis at the age of 27, I did nothing to manage my Parkinson’s symptoms for 8 years afterwards. But that changed when I hit rock bottom when I fell down the stairs with my infant son. Fear of the future and fear for my family made me vow to do whatever it takes to take back control
of what Parkinson’s has robbed me physically, mentally and emotionally. I transformed to a new person
with an action-minded positive mindset using exercise to manage Parkinson’s Disease.
In 2012, I joined Team Fox, the grassroots fundraising arm of the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s research and completed his first marathon. And I
haven’t stopped! Last summer, I took on a new challenge and competed as an American Ninja Warrior
showing all that Parkinson’s does not define me. I continue to share my story to spread awareness and
fund raise towards high impact research that I believe will lead to a cure in my lifetime. Jimmy Choi, a member of The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) Patient Council, was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson's disease at age 27. After his diagnosis in 2003, Jimmy lived in denial and tried to avoid the disease by remaining inactive. By 2010, he weighed 240 pounds and walked with a cane. After a bad fall, he had no choice but to confront the disease head-on and regain control of his life. The rest is history. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx
I am 49 and have had PD for 8 years. I too, ignored it in the beginning living like I didn't have it. Now, I'm suffering the consequences of my denial and lack of proactive behaviors. I applaud you for taking your life back. I'm beginning my fight today!
You got this I believe in you, keep ya head up 💪
Yoga!
How on earth do you get your life back? I have made adaptations for my parkinisiums
Keep the exercise up and push your body and good luck buddy. 😊
I feel the fear of the unknown is the worst part of this illness.
Tears of hope are streaming down my face! Jimmy, you are my inspiration! I am 45. I have PD in an early stage. I have read about you but had not heard your story from you until just now. Wow. You have inspired me and my trajectory is going to be different. I am so grateful to you Jimmy!
Wow, he is in better shape than a physical athlete! God bless you❤️
This was so wonderful. I am about to take my brother to a Neurologist today to confirm that he has Parkinsons. This gives me hope for his future!
Wishing you and your brother all the very best, there is so much one can do to address the symptoms of PD, Jimmy inspiration is a great one
Love your inspiration jimmy i have (as soon as I was diagnose with PD whilst on chemo for non curable leukaemia, but treatable.)been working out and doing Tai-chi along with meditation. I’m now 2years down the road but only have a small tremor.I am on tablets. I can’t believe how many people just accept it and go down hill fast. KEEP UP THE INSPIRING PEOPLE YOURS IS THE CORRECT TRACK. ❤
That’s amazing and inspiring!!❤
What a awesome story very similar to mine. thank you
Thanks buddy
Without a doubt the best I have heard
I’m 60 years of age
And have Parkinson’s
I stopped taking medication
I stopped seeing my specialist
All I here is negativity
Maybe I’m lucky
But in my mind I’m getting better
Just challenging yourself everyday
Is the only cure I know
I’d love to share my story
But I’m loving listening to your journey
Thanks
Please share us your story. Please I would like to connect with you as I'm also on the journey with this condition. Blessing.
You still inspire and motivate me Jimmy!!! Love this talk and hearing your story! Admire your tenacity to live your best life possible!! Thank you!!😊
Greeting and WoWs from Indonesia. At the end of the session, my mouth opened and said WOW, WOW,.... I thought this man story got so many comments and applause, but up to now only 27! This kind of story should viral! You are an amazing person who can uplift others who have disease. May the Lord Jesus bless you and give you miracle of total healing. There is nothing impossible for those who believe. I watch this because my dad has PD and am looking for answer. Thanks for your wonderful journey.
Amen
Love u buddy! Keep up the good fight!
You are inspirational Jimmy!! And watching you has made me feel so much better and encourages me to work harder with my exercise routine 😍
te felicito amigo desde Venezuela , yo tambien tengo parkinson y estoy luchando dia a dia , gracias por tu motivacion que das ,,,, gracias gracias
Thank you for sharing this, my Dad has had PD for the past 4 years, and I'm learning to become a better son for him and to better his quality of life in any way possible. Thank you for this motivation to keep helping him even when it seems never ending.
INSPIRING beyond belief Jimmy! I'll always be right behind you on the ultiFit leader board and in your fight! Let's gooooo!
April 2021 last covid vaccine shot four days later came down with brain fog August 1st 2021 diagnosed with Parkinson's features. I'm 66 years old. I never heard of Parkinson's before then. Now I live with the daily and I hate it. The worst part is the brain fog. Did the vaccine cause my Parkinson's? My PCP wonders. My movement disorder specialist wonders the same thing. What an inspirational story this is. I hope to follow your advice Jimmy and exercise more. I do have complications from covid-19 long hauler, numb feet and shortness of breath. I don't have my purpose anymore. I believe in God. I pray for some relief. Your hard work shows very well Jimmy.... More power to you sir!
Outstanding 💪👍!
Genuine journeys are so inspiring and moving to here .. go Jimmy!
An excellent presentation, and keep up the great work! Very inspirational attitude.
Thank you as I have several PA symptoms and have my 1st doctors appointment tomorrow.
great speech. you absolutely are an inspiration.
great man! such an inspiring life!
That is awesome!!! Great information!! You put it together do well - brought it back full circle! Thank you, I learned a lot from you, I hope to be an even better coach for people with Parkinson’s here in San Diego.
You are such an inspiration. A few weeks ago I started getting resting tremors in my thumb (I'm only 49) and they have been non-stop. I am scared to death because my father has PD. I'm praying I don't have this disease, but if I do, you gave me some hope that life isn't going to end. Stay strong. Thank you.
Be glad we aren't part of the generation 50-60 yrs ago when they knew little and there was nothing they could do.
I’m sure you’re fine, you got this 💪
@@krinks4677 Way to downplay someone.
Stay strong & walk day to day without worrying too much on the future unknown. Trust in God that He is with you & there are many ways to experience that PD is not the end of our lives.. Jimmy is one living example & inspiring..
Thankyou for this❤️
That Was A Great Speech.
Inspiring !!!
Thanks Jimmy for sharing!
You are an incredible inspiring human❤ being
Really amazing, go on.
GREAT!!!
I was inspired! Thanks!
Awesomeness right here!
Thanks for sharing this 🙏🙏
RESPECT 💪 Jimmy, we never know how strong we are until being strong is the only choice we have.
That is an inspiring young man right there. Amazing!
Thanks so much
Wow that is motivation! I need to turn this PD around. I'm setting new goals for myself and not using PD as an excuse. Thanks
Wow so interesting...your Amazing and have given great information on this..bless you your doing great..💖🙏
Wow nice good for you keep up be blessed
You rock!!
Wow! Think I might be in around year 2 of 8 here with PD but I fully get what you say about exercise and knowledge and working with it rather than against it. Makes real sense and it's powerful advice. Well done and thank you for posting.
I hope your still going strong 💪
You are inspiration
Listen to you gave me hope
Thank you!! You reminded me who I am
And why I felt better before i gave up “again” when the pandemic hit and I stopped exercising. It’s time for me to find me and be me again. Thank you again for the inspiration!!
Wow very motivated
Badass!
You are amazing! Bravo ! I have PD! 🤗👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙌🙌🙌
How you going these days? 💪💪
I have PD i walk everyday short distances little and often it’s kept me going over the years!
Can we work with PD
👏 bravo
I was diagnosed with PD two momths ago my Doctor thinks I am in stage three. The symptoms have been ongoing for about 15-20 years, but very mild.
Initially I was told it was essential tremor, then was told it was benign tremulous parkinsonism, next tremor dominant parkinsonism, now over the past few months I am getting worse, the tremor is worse stiffness in my hands is worse, I drop things regularly and then struggle to get on the floor to clean up. I grind my teeth, have problems swallowing, my face feels like I have just walked through a blizzard (stiff and difficult to talk), can't write my name (embarassing) and I spill my beer😊, people comment on this so joking I say "yes but at least I know where I put it down." I love to dance to live rock bands, and I move like there is nothing wrong, must be the beat, by the way I am 70, still a kid at heart. BUT I am scared to death about where I go from here as I am sure others are, but what makes it worse is I live alone in a remote town with no public transport.
Ive had tremors since i was 5 years old. Im now 63. Ive lived with Dystonia all my life
I work a week on and week off schedule. During my week off I I exercise every day and my symptoms almost completely disappear.
Afraid to see a doctor. Have all the symtom but not shaking hands. Only shaking body and head. You are amasing ❤️
He is awesome! Exercise is key! I mountain bike, lift weights and play ice hockey! Let’s go!
Do you have PD?
@@comm04bangr98 yes I do.
@@GoProGoalieUzi by the sounds of it you’re going strong 💪 keep it up
@@comm04bangr98 thank you sir, it’s a battle 4 years into it.
Yoga!!!
👍
So sad
If I wasn't so lazy the pain I get from PD would not be there, I keep saying every day i'll work out I think I need a work out partner..
Music is my favourite partner. From classical to drums. Start moving to it slowly...
Thank you very much Jimmy! May God bless you！
Iam 39 years old and I suffered xd-parkinson disease, please help me to overcome this sickness that I have, 3 years that I suffered, please help me to a foundation that helping people with this disease. Thanks
What xd Parkinson's?
It’s a terrible terrible disease!
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Had pd for 3 years I am road sweeper I found working great for my ability to carry on thank you for a great speach
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