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Parkinson’s and Pride: Why It’s So Hard to Ask for Help (And How to Start)
Parkinson’s and pride can be a dangerous combination, especially when it stops you from asking for help when you actually need it.
Most of us have been there. Someone offers to help and we instantly say, “No, I’ve got it,” even when we clearly don’t. What feels like strength in the moment can quietly turn into frustration, isolation, and even risk later.
In this episode of Living with Parkinson’s: The Good, the Bad, and the Reality, we dive into why pride makes it so hard to accept help, how it shows up in everyday moments, and what it really costs us over time.
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• Why saying…
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