What Parkinson’s Taught Me | Emma Lawton | TEDxSquareMile

[@Aritul]

14:39 "The body is just a shell for the good stuff that's inside. The brain and the heart is where the important stuff happens. That's the magic."

[@abelbalbo5134]

I was recently diagnosed with PD and was devastated when I was first told. Emma is an inspiration to me, and I'm sure for others who are going through the same thing. If she can cope and still have a smile on her face then others can too

[@amadeo2032]

Hope u'll be fine

[@abelbalbo5134]

@@amadeo2032 thanks, makes you realise how much we take so many things for granted. If only everyone appreciated everything good that they have, we'd all be a lot happier

[@asilazi3886]

I was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease 9 years ago. One thing it has taught me is, for every visible symptom there are 2 or 3 - or more - other symptoms that can't be seen. In fact, with me, arm & hand, tremors are the least of my troubles. And on a good day, I appear to be normal to most people. My PD mainly affects my lower body. Balance is a problem, as is strength, and freezing up in crowded areas. If I get stuck in a crowd, I am screwed. I can't turn. I need people to clear me out a space and often need a wall or desk ( or someone to be as steady as one for me ). Also, if I am walking from - say - a table to a door way, I have to plan my path, and I often count my steps to the door. And, if someone steps in front of me, I have to stop... regroup - and start again. Sometimes my legs won't move. I have to "talk to them" to get going. And the dreaded moment is when they both "lock up" while my upper body is still moving forward. But I am going on too much. I mainly wanted to point out that, while the outer world sees a woman shaking arms and may think "That doesn't seem so bad." They never see the hidden symptoms, like the rigidity and weakness that make it hard to open a package or even stand still. And the lost dexterity that makes it almost impossible to write. Indeed, what kind of day I am having can be seen in my handwriting. Is it normal sized and legible, or small and scrawled from the start - ending with an illegible line. And this comment has taken about an hour to type. But it could be much worse. I could have Lou Gehrig's disease or Lupus or many other afflictions. That's what I try to never forget.

[@user-qx4iz9gd8c]

God bless you. I have a person diagnosed in my family and I know how hard it is. 💚💚

[@لاالهالااللهمحمدرسولالله-س6ج3ذ]

Asilazi god bless you , I know how it feels to have these symptoms

[@wickedswirlyone1167]

Strangely enough I have lupus and my father has Parkinson's. I don't know how to articulate, but Parkinson's angers me so much more. Thank you for your words. It helps to understand x

[@RavenIsAnArtist]

I'm sorry to hear that. My grandma was diagnosed with lupus and Parkinson's all in one blow, it was the day after I had an argument with her which made it worse-

[@TonyStark-ir8ke]

I empathize with you

[@iqbalahmad8823]

I wish I could tell Emma face to face that she is an inspiration to us all and that we love her.

[@sonicfoxxmusic4281]

YOU JUST DID.....she is so obviously a really amazing Human Being....you can just tell. She's a good kid with her heart and mind in a good place....and so mentally strong. Personally i would happily shake your hand any day of the week. STAY STRONG MINDED...and change nothing. EMMA....nice one girl.

[@alanrosin1970]

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[@EmmaLawton]

Iqbal Ahmad awwwwww thank you only just replying to these now but read them a while ago, thanks so much for your support x

[@EmmaLawton]

SONIC FOXX MUSIC thank you ☺️

[@EmmaLawton]

Fernando Paulista I saw them, thanks 😍

[@bruceandrews9996]

You are an amazing my friend. I’m 66, was diagnosed with PD 3 years ago. Yeah it’s a challenge/ but every day I get to see the sunrise (which is a bit of a ritual for me) I thank God for what is right in front of me, and decide to “do battle “/ Like you said, it’s good to be impatient with yourself. That’s a good way to put it. I hope you’re doing relatively well. You are an inspiration in this talk And I appreciate it ! As for me, like you, I still work full-time as an artist, and art Director. I don’t intend to stop until I absolutely have to! God bless you, my friend, Bruce.

[@grathomson4184]

I met Emma at a young Parkinson's conference last year, she is a lovely person and is inspirational x

[@samiobd6357]

Hi Emma. Thank you for your wonderful words. My dad is 82 and has parkinson for about 7 years now. He can not move or do anything for himself anymore. I feel a great sadness for him and wish I could give him my life to keep him healthy. I wish you happiness. I love you from Morocco.

[@JoannaFReyes]

She's so beautiful! A colorful and positive soul! We need more people like her!

[@EmmaLawton]

Joanna F. Reyes thanks 😍

[@kapilmalviya7053]

@@EmmaLawton well done

[@ToastedMarshmeowllow]

Something about that saying bugs me... "we need more people like him or her". I feel like it should be: "We need to be more like him or her"

[@ocrodger]

Very powerful. At 66 years old I was diagnosed with Parkinson's features. And I wish I had your power of happiness and joy. You're very brave person and I look up to you considerably. Thank you for putting a smile on my face and for letting me know that Parkinson's will not kill me. I'm still learning to live with it and that's the hard part for me right now. Again thank you. Rodger from United States.

[@youdonthavetoreadthispost.5850]

I'm 3rd generation, and watching her is activating my tremor. I've always known this was waiting for me some day. Someday arrived after a severe head/neck trauma that left me disabled. I was diagnosed while being treated for something else without having made the connection yet myself. Standard approaches to my injury included heavy medications - and then this. Then what ? Life goes on, that's what. You do the best you can with what you have left to work with. You turn your affliction into a voyage of discovery and control. As progression occurs, and it does, adjustments must be made by you, and by "others". The nature of the disease in its end stages is that, Everybody - in the end - becomes "others". "Others" claim/think/believe that "they" know something that "you" do not, about your constant companion. And so, in time, we come to terms in ways that "others" simply cannot fully understand. I was given Parkinson's - But I know full well who Parkinson's is - and I am not afraid because I have also become "ready" well before the worst of it arrives. This includes relocation to a state that allows death with Dignity and compassion. Knowing my time would come, I volunteered in hospice care for in-home individuals, when I still could. Giving them peace also gave me peace. And so, we learned together, to accept dying. The peace of "knowing" and "acceptance" of "What simply Is." and going forward to meet the "inevitable'. We are "All a long time dead". She is being "brave", as we all must learn to be. 🙏

[@luticia]

What a sweet heart. I also like her voice or/and way of talking. I love her eyes, they are smiling ALL THE TIME. And you can see that this smile of her eyes come from inside. I really envy her for that.

[@EmmaLawton]

luticia 😍thanks for your lovely words x

[@bettywinslow5568]

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[@bettywinslow5568]

She's wonderful.

[@gennykoala2113]

She’s such a sweetheart, I admire her so much. This is definitely one of my favorite ted talks. It’s amazing to see people who are determined to not let their illnesses define them. She’s teaching people about parkinsons with a beautiful smile on her face

[@myuktube]

My dad, who is 73, got diagnosed with PD recently due to his walking imbalance. I feel sad for him and I started searching for what this disease is about and I found Emma and her TED talk. Very inspiring ! Full of wise words !

[@Vex808]

This was so beautiful. Thanks for sharing your story! My mom has Parkinson’s and she is my hero and makes me proud to be her daughter. She is going through so much but she still wants to help take care of my dad who had a stroke and is unable to speak or walk. She never complains and no matter how hard life gets she stands strong. She is an amazing woman.

[@lizsomerville1]

Your mother and I are living the same life. Remarkable.

[@RSRJ15]

Very proud of your mom. I feel ashamed of always complaining and now my mom has been diagnosed with PD. I’m looking for all the inspirational stuff to share with her

[@luizafranco6613]

I'm really emotional about this whole video. My mom was diagnosed with Parkinson when I was 5, I don't have any memory of her without it. For a really long time I didn't know what she had, just that she wasn't steady, and when my family told me It took me a really long and hard time to figured out how I to deal with it. Now its been around 15 years that she's been diagnosed and in a week she's going to go throw surgery to get a pacemaker in hope it helps with the tremors. I'm really scares but positive that things are gonna go great and get a little better for her. I haven't really talked about this with anyone. I love her so much and I know Parkinson isn't the worst thing in the world and that it doesn't cancel out all the good and beautiful things in life but I really want her to be able to do all the things she haven't been able to for so long. I'm also working on a project for college where I'm looking forward to doing adaptive clothing for people with Parkinson's and for the first time in all those years I'm actually doing a lot of research around the disease. There's so many thing I never imagined and I'm getting so much more emotional than I initially taught but everything is gonna go great. If you have Parkinson, live with some who does or in general anyone that gets to reads this, just know that I love you and little things in life really makes it beautiful and worth it

[@SuDoEl]

Thank you Emma for this wonderfully informative talk. My dad has had Parkinson’s for the past 12 years and while we will continue to fight this disease it is inspiring to see people like you out there. Best wishes and please continue to be happy

[@amadeo2032]

Is this his 14 years fighting it?

[@Mellinds]

I don’t know this woman yet I’m so genuinely proud of her! She dropped so many truths in this short amount of time and inspiring others to truly live.

[@Kt_bb]

I seriously cried this whole video. Partially feeling bad for you and partially feeling bad that able bodied people like myself take advantage of our health everyday. Your outlook on life is so inspirational to me. I found your video researching Parkinsons; as my grandma was diagnosed just early this year and it has progressed tremendously. Thank you for this video

[@DieAlteistwiederda]

This shirt is really hypnotizing when her arm shakes like that. Looks amazing. I can't look away from these shiny strings.

[@hashidraws]

Bruv

[@ellataylor6060]

My mum has just told me she has Parkinsons. Listening to you is so helpful, feels us with strength. God bless you , your a fantastic help X

[@psychlos21]

Emma. You are a ray of sunshine that the whole world needs. You are beautiful, an inspiration, and a voice for all that struggle with finding happiness within themselves.

[@LynnPLaw]

Emma was excellent. To be able to hear her speak about daily activities that I'm not able to share with anyone was very welcoming. Bless you Emma

[@LynnPLaw]

Tha

[@LynnPLaw]

Thank you.

[@Landwy1]

My Mother died from complications of PD. In the last few years my hands have started shaking. I went to see a neurologist and was diagnosed with PD. I'm now on minimal semenet and the dosage will be adjusted in the future. Unlike Emma I have not given up the fight and accept alternatives. Maybe I'm in the stage where I have not accepted my diagnosis. I'm a hard headed person and do not give in easily. I'm hopeful that this disease will be cured in the next decade. Going to PD organizations and research medicine sites with new information gives me hope. I have found mild strength cups of coffee and exercise alleviate my symptoms to a large degree.

[@fernandolener1106]

Keto solves it

[@youneschguigue9573]

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[@harrypotter-mc1sq]

​@@fernandolener1106 😂

[@Gadget5point1]

Onset at 18, finally diagnosed at 51. Finally getting a name for this demon was a day to celebrate indeed! I went from a frustrated with the world person to a happy person in a very short period. Like you, I was thrilled to know I was going to see the future. Thank you so much for this!

[@calamorta]

How's it going??

[@revdrjamesshowersjr8494]

Thank you Hon. Ms. Emma Lawton, for sharing such a wonderful story with all of us.

[@Buddy19751]

She's is simply amazing. My heart goes out to her and others like her. Such an incredibly strong and inspiring person!!

[@juditkarajko]

I am proud of you, I am inspired by you. I start being a carer this week in a care home. I will think of you and love them the best way i can.

[@narendermakhijani9512]

Good foundation to start in care business is love. Mother Teresa has said Most important quality in a doctor is Love. Wish you well.

[@virgillynn9020]

@@narendermakhijani9512 a was a see we are zzßddd

[@Robbinpage]

wow, you are amazing. I have had YOPD far over 10 years now. I was diagnosed at age 35. I so admire you to stand up in front of people and speak. I don't like to be seen at all specially when symptoms are bad. You are r an inspiration. Thank you.

[@MrMmangano]

I don't have Parkinson's but I have Essential Tremors, ET, and my hands shake a lot now when I try to do something like writing, shaving, typing this comment on my phone and many more. There is a brain surgery procedure for both diseases called DBS, Deep Brain Stimulation. This operation isn't a cure but it may reduce some symptoms. It's definitely a frightening decision to make and it's an elective procedure. More importantly, as Emma stated so well, interacting with others is different now and to her benefit she is continuing and even increasing her involvement because of her own self-analysis which has opened her up to more consideration for others who all have their own trials & tribulations. This may inspire me to get back out there and not feel so self conscious and embarrassed of my tremors. Thanks Emma!

[@andrzejsati3861]

Mark Mangano It is very likely that you have bartonellosis or Lyme.

[@MrMmangano]

I have Essential Tremors

[@Crroow]

I've got PD, but do not shake. We need to educate more people about this disease, and be brave like Emman and get back on the horse and claim our life back.

[@vijaydaga1990]

Mark Mangano even I have essential tremor since birth Did u try yoga ?

[@MrMmangano]

vijay daga - No, I have not tried yoga. Tell me more, like how long before you saw reduction of tremors & how much were they reduced, etc

[@hollykline9497]

I am thankful for you, Emma. I was diagnosed with PD January 2014 at age 60. Thank you for being willing to stand up and let others know more about PD and we all need to have a sense of humor when dealing with this ailment.

[@Junopipi-2018]

This is definitely one of top 5 TED Talks!

[@EmmaLawton]

Yuko Nakamura thanks so much Yuko 😘

[@saanvisharma2081]

@@EmmaLawton you're amazing

[@VivekKumar-lq4ol]

Ted-X is really helping people around the world.I never knew about Parkinson and the importance of dopamine.Well the world is full of enthusiastic and optimistic people like Emma and we should try to learn the positive notes from them. Pity for them who behave as a wet blanket and are pessimistic in spite of having all fundamental organs working perfectly.

[@EmmaLawton]

Vivek Kumar thanks so much for watching my talk and for your kind words x

[@alandeacon6820]

Vivek Kumar I

[@jograce3506]

Vivek Kumar '

[@Logicalbeing24]

Inspirational, also want to know does you tried kritan kriya a form of yoga it will help during Parkinson survival it's mind tuning technic. Also love your courage and honesty to admit the condition and creating awareness.

[@ryderstorm7600]

Emma Lawton wow oh wow Emma, remarkable. Pertinent and practical presentation. Congenial and courageous content. Industrious and individually inspiring. Only just recently been diagnosed myself. So for My unexpected little infant it's quite a shock. All accept however the inviduals position and demeanor is. Great message here . Thank you. Magali Ke Akua

[@hamzarastanawi519]

I am so proud of this brave and clever woman

[@awendavies4037]

I am 49 and have had parkinsons for 12 years and I think posotive thinking is the best way to deal with it . I smile and laugh a lot and on some days I forget that I have it .People ask me how can I cope with such a thing and I allways answer ,I'm still here I could be dead I'm still enjoying my life in my own way . I've got parkinsons -- parkinsons has'nt got me!!

[@butter5144]

Wow ❤️👍

[@mcpea65]

Thank you Emma. I am now 80 years old and was diagnosed with PD 3 months ago. I havd no outward signs but have been trying to deal with the internal problems for the 20 or so years and for the last 3 or so years my problem has been balance and gait. Watching you gives me a lift.

[@harbourvioletmusic]

Wow, this made me cry... Thank you, TEDx Talks for putting such beautiful people on stage who simply make my day a little brighter

[@elduderino5050]

This young woman is a wonderful human being, who gives us back the hope in humanity's incredible power to overcome hardships in life against all odds. Both her message and her delivery are absolutely genuine and spotless - and this opinion comes from someone who has worked in the public speaking "business" for twenty-odd years. Out of +60 TED talks I watched over time, I only saved four as "examples of fine speeches", and Emma's is one of them. It has been a privilege listening to you, mylady. Your strength and obvious joy of living is inspiring for all of us.

[@SmartBengali]

Emma Lawton! i just gave you a standing ovation in front of my pc. You deserve this girl ! My mother was diagnosed with perkinson's disease 8 months ago. Definitely this video will encourage her to live better. Thank you. :)

[@woodrichch5170]

I love you Emma ! Thank you for standing on this stage and speak out! You are from now my new inspiration!

[@CJLinOHIO]

What a beautiful, strong and courageous woman. I don't have Parkinsons but a friend of mine was recently diagnosed so that's why I'm here, watching this beautiful woman tell her story. Not just a story for those with Parkinson's but a story for anyone and everyone. There is so much here to learn, She seems to be wise beyond her years, a role model for us.

[@rudolphwouters9499]

Oh Emma girl, I cried all the way during this video, you are so amazingly true and right! Thank you so much, hugs from France.

[@jadenaomixx]

I thought I only had tremor in my legs and hands but the ENT has spotted them in my head and neck etc. My neuro asked if I "googled" my symptoms and said I have anxiety. After arguing he agreed to a spinal scan. It's this Thursday. I have loss of balance alot, I get confused easily, I feel like my body is deteriorating every few months. This woman is absolutely amazing. And I now feel less scared of diagnosis. Thankyou beautiful 🥰

[@jonnyambroci5179]

What's the diagnosis?

[@thejamiewatson]

That was so worth a standing ovation. Thank you for sharing

[@BitaAsakura]

Happiness is in our hands and you're a great example, Emma. Thank you for sharing your story with so much sincerity.

[@vvr15]

This woman is truly inspiring..i saw my aunt suffering from this disease, its hard and worse than what we could see or hear from someone really suffering...Emma is a winner to me.. i meant she was fighting a battle with her brain, she won the battle already!!! One of the best TED episodes.. Thanks!

[@niikkii379]

I really want to thank her! She is the spirit I want to become and am trying to become! Just went through a breakup (that was yesterday) because my partner was cheating and it’s weird because I don’t feel angry right now. I feel proud of myself that I can be happy and look forward. Of course it’s going to be hard but I have my people around me.

[@ashismishra4627]

Strength to you Emma. I was diagnosed with YOPD when I was 41. I can relate to what you have mentioned here. May God bless you. May every one of us learn to be kind with others.

[@randygoku4055]

You are truly an inspiration and the most beautiful, positive and strong hearted women I’ve seen. This video needs more views

[@firestick1121]

Hi Emma. i was diagnosed three years ago now .. and have mainly a left hand tremor. however listening to you you have put all the full stops in the right places. you are a inspiration to me .and to all that take the time to listen to you. i wish you all the luck in the future and just maybe there will be some good news one day soon from our devoted scientists working around the world Thank you x

[@kristencox3205]

I love that, if you experience the worst days, you'll experience the best ones.

[@ksuter200]

This was a terrific inspiring talk that no matter what situation you are in the advice can be applied to all of us. My problem is invisible I am in constant pain and try to live each day one day at a time. Some days I can hardly walk but still do as much as I can. Thats all any of us can do. I never give up that I will one day be pain free again. Enjoy life its the small little pleasures that are all around that make living great. When the weather is great rejoice. When plants start to come out after winter enjoy them. I agree that having good people around you is vital and not always easy to find. Find things to be grateful for. When I see some one in a wheel chair or on crutches I am grateful that I can still walk even if I am in pain.

[@dwdibben]

Thanks Emma. I have Parkinson's too and much appreciate your presentation. Sharing to enhance awareness is very important. Keep going.

[@DOGEegg]

You are an amazing woman with a very strong heart and mind but a body that involuntarily tremble. The sad truth is that many of us out there are with a very strong body but with a heart and mind that trembles terribly. Most of us give most value to the body and neglect heart and mind, mostly because we are conditioned to see the body while being heart and mind blind. May the most merciful and kind shower happiness on you. Inspiration is you.

[@haziqq]

please tell Emma that she is absolutely amazing and such a great inspiration to people and me...i wish i could say this to her in person

[@EmmaLawton]

Mat J seen it 😍 thanks so much Mat x

[@المغربي-ب6س]

@@EmmaLawton you so veautifull inside and out 💚 thank you for talking for us

[@youneschguigue9573]

@@المغربي-ب6س سلام خويا

[@kareylientz6929]

Emma you are so brave to go on stage in front of people with your disease. I have had Essential Tremor my whole life and have expended a great deal of energy trying to hide it and a great deal of happiness being sad that I am not normal and have not been given opportunities I would have if I were normal. You are an inspiration!

[@onlywithbuts1781]

So proud of her to be so strong! and i am happy people stood up while clapping, very touching ending.

[@psychokitty1868]

Who are the 23 people who disliked this?! Empty husks of people. Sigh. This is beautiful and is so helpful

[@ariesradke6193]

Is there ever a video without dislikes?

[@sll314159265]

I wondered too, then I heard her comment about DJT...probably the 37 people in the US who voted for him.

[@EmmaLawton]

sll314159265 😆

[@axelusul]

I just watched your TEDx presentation, I thought it very honest and true. I was diagnosed with Narcolepsy, Catalepsy and Night Terrors when I was 28 years old. Totally identified with what you have to say, after the initial "readjustment", I have come to similar positives and life lessons which I think sound self-righteous to some and wish I knew earlier in life. I could "hammer on", I agree with the 43 dislikes must be part of DJT Russian PR group. I have to admit I found and still find a certain hilarity in Trump, also thought Stephen King`s attitude to his coming to office as funny, he said that`s it, I`m leaving Maine and going to live in Canada. Since he wrote "The Dead Zone", where a comatose guy played by Christopher Walken in the 80`s movie has awoken with the power clairvoyance and precognition he meet`s a candidate for the Whitehouse, a Trump-like character called Gregg Stilson played by Martin Sheen. He shakes his hand and see`s him in office pushing the button. So decides to sort him out, a few got the parallel and stuck Trump's head on a scene of Sheens meeting with troublingly funny results, I LMAO. I just wanted you to know, I agree whatever disaster befalls us you have to make it work for you and makes you want to help your others in any way possible. Unfortunately, like you, I have problems with the energy and managing my time, also my catalepsy where my body loses muscle tone and I collapse is related to PD on many levels(apparrently its like have massive shakes but "all together", so I just drop like a sack of "root vegetables"LOL). I just wanted to reach out because you cheered me up and made me laugh, you mentioned you get little sleep at night I just wondered if you knew about the Narcolepsy(familiar link), it might spark some research as some treatments can be cross conditional. I wish you peace, happiness and success in all your "adventures", you are a beautiful inspiration and make me smile, stay safe. ASH

[@acscrazylife7068]

Corina Klein .

[@mimichu8727]

I like that she chose a sparkly tassled top because it makes it sparkle more since she vibrates.

[@anibaszawan]

Thank you for your courage, grace, and generosity in sharing your story Emma.

[@annekaodonnell5866]

Such a beautifully positive human being, well done Emma!

[@EmmaLawton]

Anneka O'Donnell thanks! 😊

[@Surf427]

“screw it, I’m going to do it as long as I can!” Best quite ever from a remarkable person. I have the same disease and it teaches you not to judge people so much because everyone has a story. I can take your entire talk and create an inspiring book of quotes. Or maybe a “thank you, Lovely” will do.

[@tearyb]

You are truly an inspiration Emma. My partner has lived with Parkinson's for 12 yrs now. Gets tough as it progreses. The difficulty for him now is mobility, body parts freeze, and speech slurred so socializing is a problem for both of us.

[@nlms9213]

Thank you Emma, for using this health issue to reach out to others and give us such a lesson on positive thinking and being grateful for what we have and even what we don't have. I have some tremors and also have had lyme and love how you keep forging ahead despite your condition. You are an inspiration. May God bless you and watch over you.

[@augustine.c8204]

You are so brave. Just the way you hold yourself is so inspiring. Never stop being the cheerful, funny, honest person you are

[@jasenkavukelic5047]

Augustine C. Love your comment!

[@brandyhymel8399]

What a beautiful soul you have. Thank you for sharing your story. You are extremely inspirational. ❤️

[@King-sw9gw]

Emma, you have helped reinforce a belief that it's cool just to be who you are, immaterial of who society thinks we should be. I hope one day I have the opportunity and pleasure of meeting such a thought provoking individual as yourself, thank you.

[@MarkRadford]

Well done Emma. I'm incredibly proud of you and feel really privileged to be able to count you as a friend. :)

[@markk7731]

I am happy Emma found her purpose and happiness under such hard circumstances. My mother has Parkinson’s and I wish she could find a reason to be happy. :-(

[@amadeo2032]

Is she ok?

[@sailjt5935]

The most inspiring Ted talk I have ever heard.

[@EmmaLawton]

Sail jt awww 😌

[@elizabethmacqueen1147]

Emma is brilliant. My sister was diagnosed a few years ago in her 50s. It's a horrible illness but progress is being made all the time and it's important to remain positive & get on with life as much as is possible. Well done Emma & good luck for your future.

[@jonbbaca5580]

My God, but this speech is perfect for addicts trying to recover as well. I'd recommend giving this exact speech to recovering drug and alcohol addicts as well. You've inspired me

[@donnylincoln5628]

What an inspiration to those who are hurting and disabled..I have a disabled ..Just came out of myself..and want to encourage those who are handicapped

[@RobbofromCronulla]

Thank you Emma. You have reminded me to be grateful for what I have rather than resent what I don't.

[@twilitpheonix6783]

My mum has Huntington's Disease and Parkinson's Disease is one of the symptoms, Emma is a very lucky woman that she didn't have Huntington's, it is a very sad thing to deal with and it tears family's apart and because it is a inherited disorder caused by a dominant allele I could have it. When I found out about my mum having it, it hit me like a brick and I was really hoping it was Parkinson's. Sadly it wasn't, and now there is a 50/50 chance that I could possibly have it, but Emma is a very lucky woman because of this factor and I really love her positivity. This is just amazing that she can share her story.

[@muurrarium9460]

Get tested, and for the love of all exestences don't have kids till you know (and dont pass it on!!). So many totally selfish people still produce huntington-positive kids on the slim chance there will be a cure in their lifetime... it's childabuse in the worst way. You don't intentionally give kids that kind of misery to deal with!

[@allisonhoff5805]

muurrarium I have a debilitating disease that has caused me to have to drop out of college and live at home because I can't survive on my own. My parents didn't know at the time that they had anything to pass on. But I am so grateful that they didn't just decide not to have kids on a chance that they could pass something on!! My life may be hard and I may not contribute to society on a large scale, but my life has meaning and purpose. You cannot understand the heartbreaking reality that I could pass this on to kids of my own one day. It is excruciating to have that reality and I cherish the fact that it is my and my future spouse's choice one day, not yours. Never tell anyone they shouldn't have kids, it is a personal decision and is in no way selfish to devote your life to a child. If all parents felt this way I would not be here, Emma would not be here, Beethoven, Steven Hawking, Albert Einstein, Helen Keller, FDR and millions more would have never graced this world with their special abilities and light. You have a right to your opinion, but please don't make such a difficult ethical dilemma even harder by criticizing those who have those choices to make.

[@EmmaLawton]

Speedmaster Cosplay sending love x

[@a.j.4024]

Pheonix Cosplay - If a diagnosis tears a family apart, they weren’t “together” to begin with! Real families are strengthened to the core even if they need a little help. And get off the pity pot. You don’t even know if you have it. And if you do, or don’t, get off the internet and start living and making a difference. We are all going to die. You should fear your fear more than your death. My sister died when she was 19 in a car accident. She would’ve traded places with anyone with Huntington’s to have more time. Point is- grieve for a time, if needed, and then play the cards you’re dealt in a way that helps the world.

[@TheTeddy42424]

hey what ever it is you will get throw...

[@raygreen1211]

What a remarkably attractive endearing young lady. A great speaker and an inspiration.

[@shawnsemchukmusic8915]

This girl has a beautiful soul. Just think - If more people in the world faced their first world problems half as well as she faces her unavoidable condition... I admire you Emma Lawton.

[@EmmaLawton]

Shawn Semchuk thanks Shawn! X

[@claypoole13]

I was 29 when my symptoms started I'm now 36 and it's took this long to get a diagnosis it's not what I wanted nobody does but I can relate to Emma and she is a true inspiration,just watching her video has made me look at life a whole different way thank you Emma for sharing your story and please don't ever feel it's narcissistic because you helped me and I'm sure a lot of other people thank you again for this video

[@grubbilove6338]

How are you now

[@irw4350]

I wish I could give you a big hug ! You deserve all possible happiness. I have familial tremor & CFS for 35 yrs and thats how I got here. The CFS is the worst part - which seems counter-intuitive. I saw you on TV a while back and was very inspired by your positivity, warmth, common sense, humour & great advice. best wishes. ian xx

[@jaynealtimari4517]

Inspiring woman! Keep on being a "mouthpiece" for the cause. We're lucky to have you in our corner. Thank you!

[@lauratripodi92]

such an amazing being of light, loved every minute of this video!

[@sanjivbokil]

I got PD @ 55 yrs. Delighted to hear and see you. Love you!

[@ivangartenhaus4276]

Well, she does have a gorgeous voice. She could be a radio personality or something.

[@EmmaLawton]

Thanks Ivan x

[@Bringos76]

She is so beautiful! I love the way she looks difficulties in life. If things in life are at their worst - she … is at her best!

[@bigfishartwire4696]

Discovering Parallel wtf dude. No, he’s saying she wouldn’t be a good astronaut. Jeez, people enjoy being gratuitously offended these days.

[@bigfishartwire4696]

Discovering Parallel except it doesn’t.

[@saidazenzar2874]

Agreed ... and very Funny Too !

[@vivimendonca4312]

Emma, you are an example to follow. So inspiring!

[@pranjal967]

This was such a lively and positive video, hats off ma'am to have your funny side up even in difficult situation.

[@benoitmartin7070]

A very couragous young woman, i just had the same diagnostic 2 weeks ago at 52 and i wish i could be as strong as her ...

[@charlie5115]

I love you Emma, thank you for this and your glittery dress and positivity! ♥️

[@EmmaLawton]

Charlotte anytime 🤩

[@Sarah-bf9ll]

Thanks Emma Lawton for this video. I really needed to see it. I've had Essential Tremor my whole life and lately it's been getting me down, but seeing your positive attitude has really lifted me up. Thank you! 🥰

[@sharonpalmer2523]

What an amazing young lady you are, truly inspiring I have just been diagnosed, and like you I have decided that as long as they can control my symptoms I can deal with it. I’m sure you will go on to achieve everything you want to and more, your awesome xx

[@davidbarrett8348]

Real happiness will come from knowing and trusting HaShem. All the best. ❤️

[@footyfan1248]

For all of your struggles, I would have you, or someone like you in my life if i could because you are incredibly positive. Thank you for putting my life into perspective x

[@derekdiamond846]

Love your presentation, my brother, 78 years old has just found out that he has Parkinson's , he has started medication and there is a small improvement. I checked this out (googled) and there is a possibility that Vitamin B , especially B1- B6 and B12, may be helpful. it has worked for some. It's worth checking out, you never know , wish you well, take care.

[@KK-by1ms]

Not true. Low B6 levels can worsen Parkinson .

[@TheSurfRyder]

This is the reality that I face going forward with PD. I hope that I can remember those 10 things in the years to come. I’ve just recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s after 5 years of tests. I’m scared but determined to do my best.

[@stanleyeddison2585]

Emma what an amazing woman. Humbling and awesome wrapped into one

[@lizzieleckie]

What a fantastic talk. Thank you so much for sharing. You clearly speak from the heart.

[@judithclarkson8291]

a lovely person i do admire her i have had parkinsons for 5 years sometimes very hard to cope with but we keep smiling

[@lightbrights1]

WAY TO GO EMMA!!! Thank you for sharing your testimony, very freeing indeed!!

[@christianfaulkner4377]

It brings me to tears every-time it pops up on my feed. Thank you Emma.

[@gregtjam]

My husband was diagnosed with Parkinson's on May 3, 2017. Thank you, Emma, for sharing your story. You are an inspiration. I'll be showing this to him for sure.

[@laurac6556]

My mum was diagnosed 6 days after your husband. Lots to get your head around isn't it?!

[@cheril8891]

I love her most unique outfit. It is very nice of her to give up her time to schedule speaking engagements to help other people.

[@CarolCovin]

Incredible speech! Love the tinsel top! I was diagnosed with PD 3 years ago and became a comedian. my first jokes were an extemsion of VIcki Clafkin's riff on what you can only do if you have Parkinson's. Still an audience favorite: Now that I have Parkinson's, I could be a bartender, specializing in James Bond martinis - shaken, not stirrred