Ep. 17 Parkinson’s and Quitting My Job
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 มี.ค. 2022
- Admitting to myself that I couldn’t do my job anymore because of Parkinson’s disease was one of the most difficult things I’ve ever had to deal with. In this video, I tell my story.
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I’m struggling to express how much “humanity” comes through in your videos. Nothing artificial. Just very genuine feelings.
Yep! That's always my goal. Thank you for noticing!
I feel you. Tears came to my eyes. I had similar experiences but with teaching. I physically walked into work like a little old lady. It was all I could do to get through the day. Now, all I can manage is teaching one college course two quarters per year. And that has to be carefully timed for my medication and sleep issues. Thank you so much for sharing. You don’t know how important this is to me to hear. But I know one thing if anybody could know you would. God bless you.
Thank you so much! I’m glad you found some comfort in what I said. Best wishes on your journey 🙂
I was laid off from my job of 38 years in 20020 about 3 years after Iwas diagnosed with PD.I knew it was coming because I could see my performance dropping fast. My memory has gone way down hill and I cant read my own writing . But I will say I have enjoyed being retired though I really wanted to leave my job on my own terms. I was 59 when I got canned and knew no way to get hired any where else.
That’s rough, but I know the feeling. I was just glad that I left on my terms and wasn’t escorted out! But life is still good just different.
Jeremy, i am so proud of you for hanging in there as long as you did. You have family that would love to re-connect whrn you are ready.
Thank you so much for sharing. I was diagnosed seven years ago. Somehow I’m still working which I’m grateful for as I live alone. Nine months ago however I fell down a full flight of concrete stairs. I sustained a couple of brain injuries in different spots. Parkinson’s was never brought up as I still have not told anybody. However I know the paramedics read my bracelet but not sure if they told my boss or not. I’m still off work. My time to walk away is coming very rapidly and it’s terrifying. Thank you for sharing your story. It does help.
Terry, thanks for sharing your story! It's feedback like this that makes it worth the effort it takes to make these videos!
Thank you for sharing. I know that had to be a hard step for you. I was diagnosed last month and started Sinemet a few weeks ago. I was dealing with slowness, limping, and occasional tremor (all on left side). I totally understand what you mean about feeling almost back to normal after starting the pills. It's been nice typing fast again. I'm extremely independent, and I TRY not to think about what my future looks like now. I think like you....I'll work until to the bitter end. Hope all is going well for you now.
Thx, Michele! Don't spend to much time worrying. Everyone has their own journey with PD. Stay positive and keep in touch!
@@JeremyMcdonald Thank you
I can relate you, God bless us all
Thank you!
Thank You...I'm at the quitting point but hard to bring myself to stop. I'm at the breaking point.
I have been there, Wayne. It’s an incredibly difficult situation to be in. Keep me posted!
Thanks for sharing!
Thx for watching!
That was a tough place even for able bodied people. I couldn’t do that job today. 2nd shift stacking cases yuck. Best of luck to you.
Thanks so much! It was brutal, that for sure!
I’m at this point right now and have the same worries you did. Thank you for the video.
Thank you so much for watching. Good luck!
Thank you for sharing such a personal and touching video. I was officially diagnosed just a week ago. I turned 58 yrs old this past March. I subscribed to your channel because your videos offer me comfort and a way to relate to someone that is going through what I'm starting to go through. God Bless.
Well, you just made my day! I make these videos to help people who might be struggling like I did. I just hope that I can bring something positive to others.
Hey Jeremy, thanks for sharing such a difficult and painful story that we all live out in some way. Saying goodbye was hard for me too, but I knew I couldn't win anymore. Well done!
I'm glad you liked it, bro!
Love ya man! Thank you for your transparency. As we spoke a couple of weeks ago, I am worried about my ability to work. Physically I am ok for now, but I’ve noticed my cognitive abilities diminish over the past couple of years. Hoping that will level off and I can get 8-10 more good years in (I work from home).
Stat positive, Troy! We all have our own journey. 😎
Thank you for sharing🙌🏻 my husband is currently having his early symptoms of PD. Listening & learning on what you’re going through makes me anticipate & understand the process& how heartbreaking it is to have the limitations that you didn’t expect ..It will be tough,but as they say, when the going gets tough, the tough gets going!🙏🏻
It is not easy, that’s for sure! Tell your husband to be easy on himself and learn what his new limits will be. You will both find a way through this.
What ever happens mate do not give up, i have it i know it and have being there
Thank you!
Just seen this and i totally know how you felt.I have Parkinson's(2014) and i have hit that wall of 'can i keep doing this'.
I wont bore you with a list of things i am struggling with physically and mentally but it's the realisation that your best days are done.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and i hope you are well.
Thx, Dan! Stay strong 😎
My work life was part blue collar, coming from the fire service and occupational safety and health, so I get the physical aspect. I retired under similar conditions, not pd although I have pd now. The process was humiliating as I had to describe, in writing, the many ways in which I had become a liability. It's the worst way to leave a career. Now, I just have a part time cashier's job in an arts and crafts store, but I love it. I'm having a bit of trouble already, though, and I see what's coming down the road eventually. So, here we go again, I guess.
It is truly a struggle some days to stay positive in the face of the circumstances. I can totally relate!
@@JeremyMcdonald I know you can, Jeremy.
Thanks for sharing your story.
Thx for listening!
Thank you for the heartfelt video! Watching it, even if I didn’t have Parkinson’s I could still feel your pain and totally relate. Having a supportive and loving spouse is one thing I am so thankful for!! You too have that support, your wife sounds like a great woman!!
Yes, she is!!!
Thanks for sharing a personal and honest part of your vourney.
as always, thanks for watching!
Thank you for sharing 😢.
Thanks for listening!😊
Buddy….man…it is getting tough me as well..I walk/hustle 23-28k steps per day for over 22yrs. I can still do my job effectively, actually I’m one of the best in the business (LP)..we will see how it goes..that day might come for me at some point..thx for sharing ❤️
Keep it up, bro. Peace and love from Blues Country!
Wish you all the best Jeremy. I was diagnosed 4weeks ago and your story helps. I’m glad you have a supportive wife. She’s a great help. Good luck and I hope you can find some laughter to replace your work place laughter.
Absolutely! My ten year old son provides me with plenty of laughs! Good luck to you on your PD journey. Stay in touch!
Hi Jeremy, this is the first time that I've come across this video and I have to say that you have made a powerful statement with it. It breaks my heart to know that a good, hardworking man like you would feel embarrassment, shame, and ridicule because of a medical condition that you have no control over. You would think that, after giving 20 years of your life to a company, that your friends would offer support and encouragement, and that your bosses would recognize all that you had given and make allowances for you to take extra breaks or redistribute your work load. Maybe in a perfect world....I believe that you can walk away with your head held high, knowing that you gave this job your all, and that you worked to the last possible day. Much respect to you!
Thank you for saying that! It was one of the toughest things I've ever done. At least now I can spend time with my son.🙂
Thankyou for sharing, I too recently dxPD. Worked for medical field over 16yrs. I had a hard time accepting my dx. I accept now but also quit my job due to health. Left side tremors drop foot n left leg n shoulder pain. I can barley get out of my car, no energy. I am looking into oxygen therapy tomarrow have a consult. I hope ins will cover this
I completely understand. Admitting that I couldn’t do my job anymore was so upsetting.
@@JeremyMcdonald so I didn't choose oxygen therapy ins didn't cover n it's expensive! I am on a schedule every day at 1pm for red light therapy. I hear alot of positive out comes so hopefully will help my inflamation n legs n shoulder. I try it every day for a month
hello to you
from montreal canada
I also have parkinson
Hello, Mike!
You have great taste in music, sir!
Ustad Imrat Khan was my sitar teacher for 2 years! I love that man.
@@JeremyMcdonald I don't know much about Hindustani but I love listening to it.
@@JeremyMcdonald are you still able to play? I'm sorry this condition afflicted you.
@@lvhdmya4807 I can’t play like I use to but I manage to still enjoy it. I’m planning on posting a video of me playing soon.
@@JeremyMcdonald that's awesome! Thank you for posting all your videos, I'm 38 and have just been diagnosed and your videos help immensely.
Jemery, have you tried some functional medicine including dietary change, nutritional regimen, physical exercise, etc?
All of the above. Unfortunately, I have levodopa induced dystonia. Not much, short of DBS(maybe), can be done about it.
I am waiting for Parkinson glove to be aproved by fda
Let me know how it goes.
What you do after you quit
I am no longer able to work so I stay home and clean my house!
@@JeremyMcdonald Do you get disability and if so how long did you have to wait to receive benefits
@@jacquelinerivera7866 Yes and over 2 years
I work with your buddy Bruce. I also have Parkinson’s. Check my page
Good ol' Bruce! I'll check out your channel.
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