In this special Thanksgiving episode, Dr. Mark explores the power of gratitude—even in the face of life’s challenges, like living with type 1 diabetes. Instead of focusing on being grateful for diabetes, Dr. Mark encourages listeners to shift their perspective and find gratitude in other areas of life. Through a simple yet powerful practice, you’ll learn how to see beyond the “beach ball” of diabetes that often dominates your view and recognize the beauty, joy, and positivity that coexist alongs...
Nov 28, 2024•15 min
In this episode, Dr. Mark explores how our thoughts about diabetes can either help or hinder us. Using relatable metaphors like shopping at Target, he illustrates how we often "buy" unhelpful thoughts without realizing it—and how this impacts our mental health. Dr. Mark shares practical strategies for identifying and reframing unhelpful thoughts, like recognizing them as just thoughts and choosing whether to engage with them. He explains how to set these thoughts "back on the shelf" without push...
Nov 21, 2024•38 min
In this episode, Dr. Mark dives into the ups and downs of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) and their impact on life with type 1 diabetes. While CGMs have made it easier to monitor blood sugar and feel more in control, they also come with challenges that affect mental health. Dr. Mark explores how untrustworthy readings, constant data, and public attention can cause anxiety and overwhelm. He shares practical strategies to help manage these stressors, including setting healthy boundaries, adjust...
Nov 14, 2024•20 min
In this episode, Dr. Mark dives into the idea of expanding your “panic runway”—the time it takes to go from calm to panic when low blood sugar strikes. He breaks down how this common reaction can feel overwhelming and explores how creating more space between anxiety and panic can give us the control we need to handle lows calmly. Dr. Mark shares practical strategies to help you stay grounded, including grounding exercises, visualization, and self-talk scripts. He explains how these tools can emp...
Nov 07, 2024•18 min
In this episode, Dr. Mark dives into the idea that managing diabetes is a full-time job. He challenges this common narrative, exploring how the language we use can make diabetes feel even more overwhelming than it needs to be. Dr. Mark shares practical tips to lighten the mental load and explains how changing our perspective can empower us to live with more freedom and flexibility. Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Co...
Oct 31, 2024•20 min
In this episode, Dr. Mark shares a personal story from his early days managing T1D and why trying to explain every high blood sugar isn’t helpful. Learn why focusing on individual highs can leave you feeling guilty and defensive—and how accepting that highs are a part of life with T1D can help you feel more empowered. Dr. Mark also explains how healthcare providers can ask better questions to truly support people living with diabetes. Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Ha...
Oct 24, 2024•20 min
In this episode, Dr. Mark tackles one of the worst pieces of advice for people with T1D waiting until you're "ready" to make changes. Learn why waiting for the right moment may be keeping you stuck, and how taking action, even when you're uncomfortable, is key to progress. Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar....
Oct 17, 2024•20 min
Your fear of lows serves a very important function. It prompts you to take action and keep yourself safe. However, this same fear can also keep you stuck. In this episode, I talk about the difference between a healthy and an unhealthy fear of low blood sugar. Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar....
Oct 10, 2024•21 min
On this episode, I look back at the past 2.5 years since my book, Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It, was published. You'll hear insights as to why I wrote this book, what I've learned since publishing the book, and the thing that surprised me the most. Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar....
Oct 03, 2024•18 min
This is the final episode of a 13 part series on the podcast where each week, I share with you a chapter of 'Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It on the podcast. This week, you'll hear Chapter 12, where you'll start to think about how to live beyond in your life with T1D. Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar....
Sep 26, 2024•4 min
This is episode #12 of a 13 part series on the podcast where each week, I share with you a chapter of 'Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It on the podcast. This week, you'll hear Chapter 11, where you'll get tips on how to figure out if you need professional mental health support around T1D. Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar....
Sep 19, 2024•11 min
This is episode #11 of a 13 part series on the podcast where each week, I share with you a chapter of 'Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It on the podcast. This week, you'll hear Chapter 10, where you'll learn how to deal with the really tough stuff that T1D can throw your way. Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar....
Sep 12, 2024•23 min
This is episode #10 of a 13 part series on the podcast where each week, I share with you a chapter of 'Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It on the podcast. This week, you'll hear Chapter 9, where you'll learn why community is so important for your emotional health with T1D. Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar....
Sep 05, 2024•25 min
This is episode #9 of a 13 part series on the podcast where each week, I share with you a chapter of 'Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It on the podcast. This week, you'll hear Chapter 8, where you'll learn how to lead with action instead of letting your emotions call the shots. Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar....
Aug 29, 2024•21 min
This is episode #8 of a 13 part series on the podcast where each week, I share with you a chapter of 'Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It on the podcast. This week, you'll hear Chapter 7, where you'll learn the practical tools you need to handle the stress of life with T1D. Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar....
Aug 22, 2024•43 min
This is episode #7 of a 13 part series on the podcast where each week, I share with you a chapter of 'Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It on the podcast. This week, you'll hear Chapter 6, which is about why putting in the work to manage your diabetes actually makes life with T1D a lot less stressful. Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar....
Aug 15, 2024•23 min
This is episode #6 of a 13 part series on the podcast where each week, I share with you a chapter of 'Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It on the podcast. This week, you'll hear Chapter 5, which is about how, with T1D, control is not always the answer. Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar....
Aug 08, 2024•21 min
This is episode #5 of a 13 part series on the podcast where each wee I'll share with you a chapter of 'Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It on the podcast. This week, you'll hear Chapter 4, which is about how, sometimes, we make T1D a lot more challenging than it really is. Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar....
Aug 01, 2024•28 min
This is episode #4 of a 13 part series on the podcast where each wee I'll share with you a chapter of 'Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It on the podcast. This week, you'll hear Chapter 3, which is all about looking at the specific reasons why T1D is so challenging (and there are a lot of them!). Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar....
Jul 25, 2024•31 min
This is episode #3 of a 13 part series on the podcast where each week, I share with you a chapter of 'Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It on the podcast. This week, you'll hear Chapter 2, which is all about why it's so important to be honest with yourself about the fact that T1D sucks! Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar....
Jul 18, 2024•22 min
This is episode #2 of a 13 part series on the podcast where each wee I'll share with you a chapter of 'Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It on the podcast. This week, you'll hear Chapter 1, which is all about what it means to handle T1 (and what it doesn't mean)., Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar....
Jul 11, 2024•37 min
Each week for the next three months on the podcast, you will receive one chapter of 'Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It'. This week, you'll get the Introduction, where you'll hear Dr. Mark's story, why he wrote this book, and how to get the most out of listening to it. Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar....
Jul 04, 2024•19 min
On this episode of the podcast, I dive into the concept of separating our external reality from our internal reality. I talk about the things we simply can’t change—like our blood sugar levels at any given moment—and how we can choose to respond to these challenges in a way that empowers us, rather than holds us back. Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar....
Jun 27, 2024•16 min
On this episode, I talk about the 5 biggest mistakes I see people make when it comes to T1D and mental health. Then give you tips on how you can stop making these mistakes and what you can do instead. Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar....
Jun 20, 2024•23 min
On this episode, I talk about the cost of avoiding the uncomfortable emotions that diabetes can throw your way. Then I give you three steps you can take to deal with this discomfort so you can stop avoiding it, even when you're not sure if you want to deal with it. Click HERE to grab your copy of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle it. Click HERE for a FREE resource to help you Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar....
Jun 13, 2024•18 min
On this episode of the podcast, I talk about what it does and doesn't mean to accept that you have T1D. I look at why acceptance is challenging and what you are probably doing to make it more difficult for you to accept that diabetes is part of your life. Then I give you several things you can do to come to a place of acceptance in your life with T1D.
Jun 06, 2024•21 min
Over the past 25 years with T1D, I've learned a lot about myself and what it means to face challenges in my life. Here are just a few of the things I've learned: T1D is hard, showing me I can do hard things. Balancing quality of life with maintaining 'good' blood sugars is crucial. There are lots of things about T1D that I cannot control. I give you the full rundown of the past 25 years with T1D this week on the podcast. On this episode, I tell the story of my diagnosis with T1D, and how this le...
May 30, 2024•30 min
On this episode , I dive into thought patterns about T1D and how to decide whether or not you want to buy your thoughts. I'll give you a step-by-step process to assess your thoughts so you can only buy the ones that are helpful for you. If you haven't read Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It , grab your eBook or paperback copy here. https://www.thediabetespsychologist.com/book Join the Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar Program HERE ....
May 23, 2024•17 min
We all have thoughts about T1D that are not (completely) accurate, and they are certainly not helpful. What can you do with these thoughts, and how can you make them more realistic? That’s exactly what we’re talking about this week on the podcast. On this episode, I discuss how negative thoughts about T1D come about, and how you can identify them. Then, I'll show you a framework you can use to reframe these negative thoughts to make them more empowering. If you haven't read Diabetes Sucks and Yo...
May 16, 2024•24 min
=On this episode, I explore how people with T1D might manage their mental health on autopilot and why this might be limiting. I’ll also outline a framework to help you step out of autopilot and regain control of your emotional health with T1D. If you haven't read Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It , grab your eBook or paperback copy here. https://www.thediabetespsychologist.com/book Join the Conquer Your Fear of Low Blood Sugar Program HERE ....
May 09, 2024•18 min
