Keep Moving - Adventures with Parkinson’s disease | Alex Flynn | TEDxPatras

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Published 2020-01-10
What is more uncertain than a health issue? And when uncertainty turns into the certainty of a diagnosis of a “permanent” disease, what happens next? In the case of Alex Flynn, who shares his unique story with us on the stage of TEDxPatras 2019, the diagnosis became the beginning of an exciting journey that influenced – and keeps influencing – the lives of many, ill and not, people.
What is the impact of a Parkinson’s diagnosis, especially when it is made at the age of 36? What uncertainties may someone face after an announcement that ultimately is changing their lives inevitably and forever? Alex Flynn takes TEDxPatras 2019 audience on a breathtaking journey, just like the one he took himself, surpassing the human boundaries.
Visit TEDxPatras at www.tedxpatras.com/. Alex Flynn was born on January 14, 1972 in England. He is a writer and producer, known for “Living with Parkinson’s”. He has been married to Aurelie Flynn since August 12, 2006. They have three children. In 2008, at the age of 36, Alex was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. His diagnosis became the catalyst in his life for showing people the possibility of creating positive change in the face of adversity. Since then, he decided to raise funds for and awareness of Parkinson’s disease. Alex can be found doing some of the more complex, unexpected and surprising challenges across the planet to raise awareness- as well as, hopefully, more than £1 million towards vital research to find a cure for the disease.
To quote Sir Ranulph Fiennes, OBE, “Rarely does one hear about such an inspirational and heroic Briton as Alex Flynn. The challenges he has successfully undertaken would be considered seriously hard by anyone’s standards and are, in my view, independently worthy of recognition.” 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
All Comments (18)
  • @rick-ry3kj
    I recently lost my father, he had Parkinson's disease for about 18 years, unfortunately, he developed a sever pneumonia and only lasted 6 days at the hospital. I was his primary care giver, rest in peace dad, love you, you will never suffer again.
  • @pietashealth5506
    I am a physiotherapist and inspired by my grandmother to serve this population for life! Special video to my heart!
  • @andyfmcdowell
    RIP Alex. The baddest Parkinson’s man on the planet . True grit, selfless leadership.
  • @JohnSaunders23
    Alex is an incredibly inspirational gentleman who continues to epitomize the spirit of NEVER GIVE UP! Honored to know you personally my friend.
  • @MYfriendsknow
    This video shows that Parkinson's can also be related to a possible brain injury - - Very interesting. Thank you to Mr. Alex Flynn for your courage and for helping others. For picking up your cross and fighting the good fight; your mission, and your purpose seems to be a great speaker and helping others by sharing. PEACE
  • @keitymarley733
    Parkinson disease is a very terrible illness, my Dad suffered from it for 19 years until we finally got a help and a medicine that truly works that helped treat, cure and reversed all his symptoms•••My Dad is completely okay and healthy now…
  • @alexisjuillard4816
    Why did people clap when he paused after saying his world fell appart on learning his condition. I mean i get it's a tribute and honor but still...
  • @Rosie_Apple_Delight
    1 in 37 will get Parkinson’s Of those 1 in 20 will be under the age of 40