Michael J. Fox's Candid Reflections on Parkinson's Disease and Mortality

Michael J. Fox, who has been battling Parkinson's disease since 1991, says he doesn't see himself living past the age of 80 due to the disease's impact on his body. Despite this, he maintains a positive outlook and gratitude for the resources he has to help him deal with it. Fox calls Parkinson's a gift, albeit one that keeps on taking. He upholds a mantra that with gratitude, optimism is sustainable, and he's grateful for a lot.