Articles by Nic Russell | Reflections on Grief, Illness & Resilience

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The One Thing I Kept: Living with Grief as Time Moves

I took a photo of Kenzie’s dolls’ house today. The tiny windows still catch the light. The front door never quite closes, as if waiting for small hands to come and play.

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How Cycling Has Helped With My Parkinson’s

How cycling has helped with my Parkinson’s, from reducing stiffness to safer e-bike rides and everyday tips for living well in Auckland.

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A Friend Is Known in Hardship

What my heart transplant, cancer, grief, and Parkinson’s taught me about friendship. There’s an Irish saying: “A friend is known in hardship.” I can vouch for that.

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Living with a Heart Transplant: The Real-Life Version

Discover the real-life experience of living with a heart transplant—no gloss, just honest insights into grief, recovery, daily challenges, and meaningful moments from author Nic Russell.

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My Life With Parkinson’s

Tea Showers, Tremors and Not Losing the Plot. Parkinson’s is caused by the gradual loss of dopamine-producing cells in the brain. Dopamine controls movement, mood, and motor function.

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