In the past month, my blood sugars have been much more stable compared to the rollercoaster ride of the summer. Naturally, my curiosity got the better of me, leading me to investigate the underlying reasons. After some thought, I managed to pinpoint a crucial factor - my environment. The great news is, I've realized that I have a significant degree of control over my environment. This revelation has enabled me to make specific adjustments that have had a big impact on my diabetes management. On ...
Oct 05, 2023•17 min
This week on the LiveFree with T1D podcast, I chat with Stefano, a college senior. Since starting college, Stefano has been dealing with anxiety around hypoglycemia. At times, it's been paralyzing for him. Stefano recently shared how the LiveFree with T1D podcast made a significant difference in his journey of addressing this fear. In our conversation, he dives into his personal story and reveals the key shift that helped him confront and control his anxieties. You can follow Stefano on Instagra...
Sep 28, 2023•32 min
The diabetes community is vast and varied. In the latest episode of the LiveFree with T1D podcast, we explore an exceptional part of it. My guest is Neil Greathouse. He’s not just talented; he’s dedicated. Over the past year, Neil made a daily video on diabetes education and support. The impact? Phenomenal! Our chat revolves around Neil’s insights from the year, but one theme stands out: the significance of community for those with T1D. If you’ve ever felt isolated dealing with T1D, this episode...
Sep 21, 2023•31 min
Life can feel chaotic, and it can seem like the demands are coming at you from all sides. And then your blood sugars don't cooperate, making things even more challenging. Here's a secret. When you take time to take care of yourself, you'll be in a better spot to take care of other people. This is especially true for people with T1D. On the latest episode of the LiveFree with T1D podcast, I talk to Josh about the importance of self-care for people with T1D, especially when you feel like you just ...
Sep 14, 2023•28 min
Each month, I reflect on my biggest wins, learnings, and challenges over the past 30 days with type 1 diabetes. Come along for the ride as I give you a recap of the highs and lows of my diabetes management in August 2023! Sign up now to get your FREE daily T1D + Mental Health tip! www.thediabetespsychologist.com/tip Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It can now be purchased on my website, www.thediabetespsychologist.com/book . Follow The Diabetes Psychologist on Instagram @thediabetespsychologist...
Sep 07, 2023•26 min
Do you ever feel like your life is all about type 1 diabetes? You’re not alone. Living with T1D is a full-time job, and it can feel overwhelming, especially if you also work in the diabetes field. Here’s the good news: You don’t have to let T1D control your life. I’ve got two simple, practical tips to share that could make a real difference for you. Cut Yourself Some Slack : Stop aiming for perfection in managing your T1D. It’s okay not to get it right all the time. Lightening up on yourself can...
Aug 31, 2023•35 min
In this episode, Dr. Mark dives into the often debated topic: is T1D a "disability"? While the dictionary has its definition, the real impact lies in how such a label affects our emotional well-being and self-perception. Join Dr. Mark as he offers guidance, discusses with Andrea about her experience in job applications, and uncovers ways to provide clarity on this intriguing topic. Sign up now to get your FREE daily T1D + Mental Health tip! www.thediabetespsychologist.com/tip Diabetes Sucks and ...
Aug 24, 2023•31 min
How can you create an environment to set you up for success in your life with T1D? Once that's in place, navigating life with T1D becomes so much simpler! In the latest episode of the LiveFree with T1D Podcast, I coach Jeff on cultivating an environment where his 10 year old son Jackson can flourish both as a regular kid and someone managing T1D. Dive in as I share actionable tips to help Jeff, and by extension you, to shift mindsets and behaviors for better T1D management. Sign up now to get yo...
Aug 17, 2023•31 min
In this episode, we're breaking down some important topics that touch the lives of every T1D out there: A1C and time-in-range (TIR). Topics Discussed: Dr. Mark's own experiences sharing his TIR on Instagram and the community's response. The interesting contrast between the comfort levels when discussing TIR and A1C, both personally and in the T1D community. An in-depth conversation with Grace, who, like many others, feels more open about discussing TIR than A1C. We delve into why sharing A1C can...
Aug 10, 2023•31 min
Each month, I reflect on my biggest wins, learnings, and challenges over the past 30 days with type 1 diabetes. Come along for the ride as I give you a recap of the highs and lows of my diabetes management in July 2023! Sign up now to get your FREE daily T1D + Mental Health tip! www.thediabetespsychologist.com/tip Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It can now be purchased on my website, www.thediabetespsychologist.com/book . Follow The Diabetes Psychologist on Instagram @thediabetespsychologist a...
Aug 03, 2023•26 min
Remember being a teen, when all you wanted was to fit in? Living with T1D, or loving someone who does, can make feeling "normal" a real challenge. Emotions, friendships, and how we see ourselves can all get mixed up in it! I won't pretend it's easy to be a teen with T1D. But, have you ever thought that the way you see things can make it harder? What if we could change how we see things? I recently chatted with Kyra, who found out she has T1D at 17. She's been dealing with a bunch of feelings, ma...
Jul 27, 2023•30 min
On this week's episode of the LiveFree with T1D podcast, I coach Catherine to pay attention to the words she uses when talking about T1D. It seems she has developed a habit of using certain words that, upon closer examination, aren't actually accurate. These words have shaped how she thinks about her diabetes. By focusing on the sails of her diabetes stress management sailboat, I help Catherine transform her language and her mindset, making her T1D easier to handle. Get a FREE T1D + Mental Healt...
Jul 20, 2023•33 min
The numbers on the scale can be a big source of stress for people with T1D. It just adds to the mental and emotional load that diabetes already brings. But what can we do about it? Meet Jeff. He's a former pro athlete. But since he retired and got a little older, he's been struggling to lose weight. Like many of us, when Jeff goes low, he tends to binge eat. And this cancels out any progress he's made towards controlling his weight. This week on the LiveFree with T1D podcast, I'm working with Je...
Jul 13, 2023•31 min
Each month, I reflect on my biggest wins, learnings, and challenges over the past 30 days with type 1 diabetes. Come along for the ride as I give you a recap of the highs and lows of my diabetes management in June 2023! Sign up now to get your FREE daily T1D + Mental Health tip! www.thediabetespsychologist.com /tip Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It can now be purchased on my website, www.thediabetespsychologist.com/book . Follow The Diabetes Psychologist on Instagram @thediabetespsychologist ...
Jul 06, 2023•26 min
Ever had folks ask you if you can eat certain foods because you have T1D? Or if eating too much sugar is the reason you have T1D? Yeah, we all have. Having to educate people all the time about T1D, especially when it's people who should already know, like those insurance company reps is frustrating! This week on the LiveFree with T1D podcast, I coach Rob. He's spent loads of time trying to get his insurance company to understand his needs. But most times, it's like they just don't get it. We tal...
Jun 29, 2023•27 min
Becoming more independent while managing diabetes is no small feat. Suddenly, you're the one in charge of ordering your own supplies, remembering to bolus, and dealing with your lows. With freedom comes responsibility, right? For parents of young adults with T1D, the struggle is real too. Letting go is not easy, and if you're nodding along, you'll definitely resonate with Leslie's story. Leslie's son, now 20, is stepping into a new phase of life where he is more independent, both in general and ...
Jun 22, 2023•32 min
Have you ever found yourself chasing after perfection in your diabetes management, only to be met with the humbling reality that your blood sugars don't always go according to plan? For someone with an analytic mind, this realization can be a harsh reality. In other areas of your life, things behave in a predictable manner. But T1D doesn't always play fair. In this week's episode of the LiveFree with T1D podcast, Dr. Mark coaches Josh—an engineer who discovers the art of accepting imperfection i...
Jun 15, 2023•33 min
The hard truth is that you cannot control how others behave or think about you, no matter how hard you try. However, you have complete control over how you respond. That's why having a mission in your life with T1D is crucial. By setting a clear intention for what you want to achieve and what you want your life to be about, you can keep moving forward, even when others attempt to hold you back. In this week's podcast episode, I had the privilege of coaching Anita on how to deal with people who p...
Jun 08, 2023•33 min
Each month, I reflect on my biggest wins, learnings, and challenges over the past 30 days with type 1 diabetes. Come along for the ride as I give you a recap of the highs and lows of my diabetes management in May 2023! Sign up now to get your FREE daily T1D + Mental Health tip! www.thediabetespsychologist.com /tip Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It can now be purchased on my website, www.thediabetespsychologist.com/book . Follow The Diabetes Psychologist on Instagram @thediabetespsychologist a...
Jun 01, 2023•31 min
I've heard countless stories from folks who try to explain what life with T1D is really like to their endocrinologists. They nod along, but sometimes you can't help but wonder if they truly "get it." And let's be real, when your care team doesn't take the rest of your diabetes squad seriously, that's a whole new level of scary. Janice is a dietician and a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) who's been in the game for over 40 years. She's seen firsthand what happens when doct...
May 25, 2023•30 min
In week's episode of the LiveFree with T1D podcast, I'm talking to Jamie, another warrior in our T1D community. The convoluted pre-approval process required by her insurance company to cover her diabetes supplies has become a relentless source of stress. In this episode, we tackle the challenge head-on. I coach Jamie on how to manage her stress while continuing her battle with her insurance company. We delve into strategies and tools that will help her - and indeed anyone in a similar predicamen...
May 18, 2023•32 min
A lot of people tell me they feel out of control in their life with T1D. They feel like diabetes has taken control of their life and they are just along for the ride. They also tell me they do things to try to take back control, but it feels like it's never enough. Can you relate? Sarah definitely absolutely feels this way. As the mother to a 7-year-old with T1D, Sarah wants her daughter to be a normal kid. She also wants to make sure her daughter is healthy and safe. At times, Sarah is finding ...
May 11, 2023•39 min
As with so many other things in the world of type 1 diabetes, the experience of a low is impossible to understand unless you've actually had one. To top it off, some people have low symptoms that are not listed in a textbook or on any website. Edwin is one of those people. In addition to all of the "normal" low symptoms, Edwin also experiences some dark thoughts when he is low and his mind takes him to some scary places. These thoughts affect his mood, even after his physical symptoms are gone. ...
May 04, 2023•31 min
For some people with T1D, the thought of international travel is terrifying. The good news is, there are lots of people who have gone on exciting international adventures with T1D and had no issues. We can learn a lot from each other about how to navigate international travel + T1D safely and with ease. Melissa has a teenage son with T1D and he is going on a school trip to Europe this summer. She is trying to figure how how to support her son manage his blood sugars while he is abroad, while als...
Apr 27, 2023•32 min
Do you ever put off changing your pump site or CGM because it's "too much of a hassle"? The truth is, changing your site or your sensor just takes a couple of minutes, and most of the time it's completely painless. However, you've told yourself a story that makes changing your site a lot more challenging than it is in reality. Then this story becomes a habit that is hard to break. In this episode, I coach Christina on how she can change the story she tells herself about changing her CGM sensor. ...
Apr 20, 2023•25 min
The stories we tell ourselves about what having T1D means about us, and what others think of us are powerful. However, there's a problem. Most of the time, these stories are not completely (or even close to being) accurate. That's why it's critical to test and, if necessary, adjust these stories. That's the guidance I gave to Lauren as she tries to support her son with T1D who is in middle school. He is worried about what his teacher, and the kids in his class, think about him when his CGM alert...
Apr 13, 2023•33 min
In this episode of the LiveFree with T1D podcast, I talk about why building a support crew is an essential part of managing the stress and exhaustion of T1D. You'll learn about the different types of support that others can offer you, as well as some best practices for getting the right support, from the right person, when you need it. Access to LiveFree with T1D is now open! To join, go to www.thediabetespsychologist.com . Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It can now be purchased on my website,...
Apr 06, 2023•22 min
My guess is, there are a lot of things you want to be able to do in your life T1D, but you don't do them because your fear gets in the way. Maybe you want to go hiking, or go camping, or travel to a foreign country. But... You've convinced yourself that these activities are too scary or dangerous. And because you have T1D, they're off-limits. What if, just maybe, this isn't true? The only way to change the story is to prove yourself wrong and lead with action. In this episode of the podcast, I t...
Mar 30, 2023•23 min
In this episode, I discuss the importance of your T1D mindset. By identifying the stories you tell yourself about T1D and understanding their impact, you can start rewriting them and even transform them into helpful narratives. You'll learn about the anatomy of a story and how to use it to reframe your perspective, reduce stress, and better handle the challenges of life with T1D. Access to LiveFree with T1D is now open! To join, go to www.thediabetespsychologist.com . Diabetes Sucks and You Can ...
Mar 23, 2023•23 min
Learning what T1D, and how to manage YOUR diabetes is a critical part of emotional health. Because once you start feeling steady on your feet, life with T1D gets a lot easier... AND... You are going to have an easier time managing the inevitable stress that comes along with T1D. So where do you start??? You need a T1D Management Playbook! In this episode, I talk about why diabetes education is so important for your mental health with T1D. When you don't understand what T1D is and how it's manage...
Mar 16, 2023•17 min
