My feeling would be that if the person was unable to handle the reality of your illness, they are not a great loss. A person who truly cared would stick around and do their best. Perhaps the diagnosis made more obvious the weakness in the relationship that already existed.
June 19
I totally agree with you Ginny Owens as they say John there is plenty more fish in the sea only lightning the subject You are on the right site now and
Best Wishes with your parkinson Journey
June 19
Losing a relationship after a Parkinson's diagnosis is a deeply painful experience, and it's completely valid to grieve that loss. The emotional weight of PD can strain even the strongest connections, and sometimes relationships don't survive the changes that come with it.
Healing from this kind of loss takes time, and Show Full Answer
Losing a relationship after a Parkinson's diagnosis is a deeply painful experience, and it's completely valid to grieve that loss. The emotional weight of PD can strain even the strongest connections, and sometimes relationships don't survive the changes that come with it.
Healing from this kind of loss takes time, and there's no right or wrong way to feel. Here are some approaches that others have found helpful:
- Allow yourself to grieve: It's okay to feel angry, sad, or confused. Those emotions are a natural part of processing loss.
- Stay present: Try not to dwell too much on the past or worry about the future — focusing on today can ease the pain.
- Find sources of joy: Whether it's adopting a pet, picking up a hobby, or spending time in nature, small joys can be surprisingly healing.
- Practice gratitude: Try writing down a few positive things each day — it can gently shift your focus over time.
- Consider counseling: Speaking with a therapist can provide a safe space to work through grief and relationship loss.
- Lean on your community: Connecting with others who truly understand what living with PD feels like can be a powerful source of comfort.
One MyParkinsonsTeam member shared that after their diagnosis, an unexpected relationship actually came into their life — a reminder that loss doesn't always have the final word.
You are not alone in this, and brighter chapters are still possible.
June 18
I had someone l liked but everything seems to be a hassle. No problem until parkinsn
June 18
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