The key word there is practice.  There has been a major lack of joy in my life in the past several months.  I have correctly attributed this to the apathy that is a not so visible symptom of Parkinson's Disease (PD).  The tremors I have are quite visible, as are the sometimes-slow movement and frequent stumbles.  The symptoms that trouble me the most are less apparent. Thinking, responding and speaking more slowly.  Just as tremors make hands unsure and clumsy, the changes in my brain result in a clumsiness with words and a lack of confidence.  I always felt one of my skills was thinking fast on my feet and coming up with just the right word.  Now, not so much. Emotional balance, mood stability, calm demeanor or whatever you call it...I have always had it.  I have been slow to anger.  It took a lot to make me angry; it was a slow burn and usually meant tears.  Now, not so much.  Apathy, I have throughout my life had many vari...