Living Parkinson's: 7 Strategies for Living Well with Parkinson's Disease
“Required reading for anyone who’s been diagnosed. Uplifting, hopeful and well-researched.”
- FIONA DAVIS, NY Times bestselling author and Parkinson’s advocate
Explore the Living Parkinson's Framework
Living Parkinson’s is a practical guide grounded in scientific research and real-life experience, built around seven strategies: attitude, knowledge, support, exercise, wellness, advocacy and research.
Through actionable ideas, expert insights and stories from people living with Parkinson’s, the book helps readers focus on what they can control, set meaningful goals and build their own path toward a fuller, more purposeful life.
The book was the #1 New Release in the Parkinson’s Disease category on Amazon for its entire first month and has since sold more than 2,000 copies in 11 countries.
About Steve Yellen
Diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2019, Steve Yellen chose to take a proactive approach to living with the disease. His journey has included making exercise a central part of his life, participating in Parkinson’s research, advocating for better treatments and a cure, and developing the Living Parkinson’s framework.
Today, Steve is an author, speaker and Parkinson’s advocate who shares practical strategies for living an active and purposeful life. Through his book, speaking engagements and community involvement, he encourages others to focus on what they can control, set meaningful goals and continue challenging themselves.
Bring the Living Parkinson’s Message to Your Event
Steve Yellen speaks to Parkinson’s support groups, conferences, symposiums, fundraisers and community organizations, sharing his personal journey and practical strategies for living well with Parkinson’s.
His presentations draw on the Living Parkinson’s framework and explore exercise, goal-setting, self-efficacy, advocacy and the importance of taking a proactive approach.
Whether you’re planning a support group discussion or a large keynote event, Steve brings a personal perspective, practical ideas and an empowering message about what remains possible.
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