"The moment I understood this - that my Parkinson's was the one thing I wasn't going to change - I started looking at the things I could change, like the way research is funded."

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The theme of change is universal, yet Michael J. Fox manages to capture its essence in a uniquely profound way. Taking a moment to internalize this can shift our mindset, reminding us that our perspective on change often shapes our reality.

About Michael J. Fox

Michael Andrew Fox, known professionally as Michael J. Fox, is a Canadian and American actor and activist. His accolades include five Primetime Emmy Awards, four Golden Globe Awards, two Actor Awards, and a Grammy Award. Fox was also was appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada in 2010, was inducted into Canada's Walk of Fame in 2000 and the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2002.

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