In addition to all the daily things we have to do to manage diabetes, there’s an emotional part that doesn’t always get the attention it deserves, and it can have a huge impact on our well-being. Diabetes psychologist Mark Heyman offers an effective strategy to help us take care of our mental health.
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Stick a fork in us, we’re done. Fear, stress, beeping, buzzing, daily math…since there’s no way to get a true break from diabetes, burnout is real. Diabetes educator Gary Scheiner, who also lives with diabetes, offers some solid tools on how to deal with diabetes distress.
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If you’ve ever felt down, discouraged, or frustrated about diabetes, you’re not alone. It’s a 24/7 job no one applied for, yet somehow got anyway. Here are a few of the most common challenges in managing the emotional side of diabetes, along with ideas for solutions.
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We love CGM more than some members of our own family, but let’s be honest, it’s not perfect. So we thought we’d have some fun highlighting a few things that drive us crazy because…well, if we didn’t laugh, we’d cry.
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When you don’t feel well due to high or low blood sugars, it’s hard to be your best. That’s why it’s so important to know about time in range and what it can do for your mental and physical health. Dr. Polonsky delves into the details and shares how time in range impacts all areas of your life.
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Even though over 23 million Americans have diabetes, diabetes isolation (feeling like you are alone in dealing with the challenges of the disease) is a common struggle.
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A self-described “pancreatically-challenged lost soul” finds new friends and renewed hope after attending our recent ONE Conference & Retreat in San Diego.
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