Find Your Key to Freedom in Your Life with T1D!

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Quiz Questions

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To get started...How long have you been living with T1D?

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  I'm a newbie (0-2 years)
- B.
  
  I'm a few years in (3-5 years)
- C.
  
  I can't believe how much time has passed (6-9 years)
- D.
  
  I'm a veteran (10+ years)
- E.
  
  I am a parent of a child with T1D
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Let's talk T1D knowledge. How well do you know your stuff?

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  I feel like I'm drinking out of a firehose.
- B.
  
  I've got the basics down, but there's a lot more I need to learn before I'll feel confident.
- C.
  
  I know a lot, but I'm still learning new things every day.
- D.
  
  I'm practically an endocrinologist.
3.
What impact has T1D had on your life goals?

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  Goals? It's impossible to have goals when you have T1D!
- B.
  
  I want to have goals...but T1D is always on my mind, so I don't even know where to start.
- C.
  
  I know what I want to be able to do, but I'm worried T1D will get in the way.
- D.
  
  I'm on a mission and nothing will stop me, not even T1D!
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You're on a blood-sugar rollercoaster... How do you respond?

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  I get overwhelmed and shut down.
- B.
  
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  I treat my blood sugar, but it usually just makes things worse.
- C.
  
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  I feel discouraged, but I usually know what I need to do to get myself off the rollercoaster.
- D.
  
  I learn from the experience and adjust my approach for next time.
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What's the connection between your personal values and your emotional health with T1D?

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  To be honest, I've never really thought about the connection.
- B.
  
  I guess there might be some relationship between them, but I'm not exactly sure.
- C.
  
  I try to use my values to guide me, but it doesn't always work.
- D.
  
  My personal values play a big role in pushing me to address the emotional burden of T1D head-on.
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How comfortable are you asking others for support around T1D?

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  Super uncomfortable, I keep it to myself.
- B.
  
  A bit uneasy, I only talk to my doctor.
- C.
  
  I can talk to close friends and family, but it's still challenging.
- D.
  
  Totally comfortable, I have a team of people who will always have my back.
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You are on a hike with some friends and your blood sugar takes a nose-dive ⬇️⬇️... What's your first reaction?

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  Panic!
- B.
  
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  Hike's over! I would stop and treat my low, and I'd then head home.
- C.
  
  I'd be frustrated, but I'll throw back some glucose and keep going.
- D.
  
  No big deal, I came prepared, with both low supplies and a positive mindset. Lows are part of hiking after all!
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You're feeling burned out with T1D... What are you most likely to do?

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  Totally shut down.
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  Ignore it and hope it goes away.
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  Try to have fun, but resentment gets in my way.
- D.
  
  Live life normally. Burnout doesn't have to stop me.
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Who do you have on your T1D support crew?

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  Just me, myself, and I.
- B.
  
  My doctor, but that's about it.
- C.
  
  Sometimes my family and friends are there to support me, but I could really use some more support.
- D.
  
  I have a solid team of healthcare professionals, family, friends, and other T1Ds. They always have my back!
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Your blood sugar spikes high in the middle of your workout. What's the first thing that goes through your mind?

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  T1D is ruining my life! 😱
- B.
  
  T1D is a challenge, but I'm trying to cope. 😢
- C.
  
  T1D has its ups and downs, but I'm learning to live with it. 🤷🏽‍♂️
- D.
  
  T1D has made me stronger and more resilient. 💪🏼
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Which T1D superpower do you wish you had?
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  Fearless action-taking
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  Infinite T1D-related knowledge.
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  Unstoppable determination.
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  The ultimate support crew
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  A positive mindset, always

Quiz Outcomes

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🔑 Your Key is ... Your Mission

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Get clear on where you want to go!You need to figure out what you want to achieve in your life with T1D. The good news is, you already have what it takes to be free and flexible with T1D – you just need a clear goal to focus on.Always remember that you're in charge of your life. This means you get to choose where you want to go and how you plan to get there.By setting your goals and keeping your eyes on the prize, you'll see that the stress of T1D becomes a hurdle to overcome, instead of a roadblock holding you back.Once you're clear on your goals, you'll realize that you're the one in control, not diabetes, and managing the stress of T1D will get a whole lot easier... I promise!Ready to become a T1D on a Mission? Start with these 3 steps.... 1. Embrace Creativity: If you can dream it, you can do it with T1D. Nothing is off the table! Break free from the ordinary and make a list of all the things you want to accomplish in your life with T1D.2. Choose a Mission: Select a mission from your list without overthinking it. Remember, the goal is to move towards something, so you don't stay stuck. It's important to have a mission, even if it's not the "perfect" one.3. Commit to Daily Progress: Achieving your mission may take time, and that's completely fine. Focus on making progress, no matter how small, towards your mission every single day.Hey there, fellow T1D! I’m Dr. Mark Heyman (but feel free to call me Dr. Mark!)I'm a diabetes psychologist who helps people with T1D—just like you—take back their lives from the stress of T1D.As someone who's been living with T1D for 20+ years, I totally get the emotional challenges of T1D—both personally and professionally.Over the past decade, I've helped hundreds of people navigate the stress of T1D and live their lives without letting diabetes hold them back.Check out these resources to help you tackle the stress of T1D:Subscribe to the LiveFree with T1D Podcast:On my podcast, I'll coach you to build your T1D stress-management plan like a sailboat, so you can find smooth sailing in your life with type 1 diabetes.Grab the audiobook version of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It:This book will give you an actionable toolkit to help you manage the emotional rollercoaster of T1D.Join LiveFree with T1D:You've got a plan to manage your blood sugars, right? But what about a plan to handle the stress of living with T1D? LiveFree with T1D gives you a roadmap to follow, so you'll be ready to face anything T1D throws your way!🔥 Keep an eye out for emails from The Diabetes Psychologist with more tips on how to handle the stress of T1D like a pro! 🔥
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🔑 Your Key is ... Your Diabetes Management

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Lean into Your Diabetes Management!Keeping your blood sugars in range is crucial for your emotional health with T1D. If you're not confident in managing your blood sugars, you're going to have a hard time staying afloat in your life with T1D.That's why having a T1D Management Playbook can help. With a playbook, you'll feel more confident in managing your blood sugars and keeping yourself safe.When you have a firm handle on your diabetes management, you'll be able to problem-solve and course-correct when your blood sugars get unpredictable. You'll feel less frustrated and more confident in your ability to cope with glucose readings that just don't make any sense. Ready to lean into your diabetes management? Start with these 3 steps.... 1. Assess Your Current Playbook: Write down the basics of your existing diabetes management strategy, including your basal insulin dose/basal rates, insulin-to-carb ratio, and your correction factor. You might find that you're more knowledgeable than you initially thought!2. Pinpoint Problem Areas: Evaluate the effectiveness of your current playbook and identify areas that need adjustments. Do your blood sugar levels consistently rise after lunch? Does exercise cause fluctuations in your blood sugars? The more specific you are, the better you can address the issues.3. Create an Action Plan: If you've identified the parts of your playbook that need adjustments, make a plan to implement them. If you need professional guidance, schedule an appointment with your doctor or diabetes educator as soon as possible. If you're confident in making adjustments independently, commit to implementing these changes without delay!Hey there, fellow T1D! I’m Dr. Mark Heyman (but feel free to call me Dr. Mark!)I'm a diabetes psychologist who helps people with T1D—just like you—take back their lives from the stress of T1D.As someone who's been living with T1D for 20+ years, I totally get the emotional challenges of T1D—both personally and professionally.Over the past decade, I've helped hundreds of people navigate the stress of T1D and live their lives without letting diabetes hold them back.Check out these resources to help you tackle the stress of T1D:Subscribe to the LiveFree with T1D Podcast:On my podcast, I'll coach you to build your T1D stress-management plan like a sailboat, so you can find smooth sailing in your life with type 1 diabetes.Grab the audiobook version of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It:This book will give you an actionable toolkit to help you manage the emotional rollercoaster of T1D.Join LiveFree with T1D:You've got a plan to manage your blood sugars, right? But what about a plan to handle the stress of living with T1D? LiveFree with T1D gives you a roadmap to follow, so you'll be ready to face anything T1D throws your way!🔥 Keep an eye out for emails from The Diabetes Psychologist with more tips on how to handle the stress of T1D like a pro! 🔥
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🔑 Your Key is ... Your Mindset

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Rewrite your stories about T1D!How you view the tough parts of life with T1D can make all the difference—either letting these stressors hold you back or using them to push you forward.Sure, you can't always control your T1D-related thoughts and emotions, but you can choose what you do with them. Are you going to let them throw you off course? Or will you catch these pesky thoughts and feelings and turn them into something that works for you?By changing your mindset around T1D, you can stop those unhelpful stories in their tracks and flip the script to give you an edge in your journey.Ready to rewrite your stories about T1D? Start with these 3 steps.... 1. Be Mindful of Your Stories: The stories you tell yourself about T1D can become so ingrained that you may not even notice them. By paying attention, you can identify these stories before they snowball out of control.2. Recognize Your Go-To Story: Identify the story about T1D that you repeatedly tell yourself and has the most significant impact on your emotional health. Stopping this story can make everything else feel more manageable.3. Rewrite Your Story: Remember that the stories you tell yourself about T1D are not always true. This means you have the power to rewrite the story with a less stressful outcome, ultimately transforming your experience with T1D.Hey there, fellow T1D! I’m Dr. Mark Heyman (but feel free to call me Dr. Mark!)I'm a diabetes psychologist who helps people with T1D—just like you—take back their lives from the stress of T1D.As someone who's been living with T1D for 20+ years, I totally get the emotional challenges of T1D—both personally and professionally.Over the past decade, I've helped hundreds of people navigate the stress of T1D and live their lives without letting diabetes hold them back.Check out these resources to help you tackle the stress of T1D:Subscribe to the LiveFree with T1D Podcast:On my podcast, I'll coach you to build your T1D stress-management plan like a sailboat, so you can find smooth sailing in your life with type 1 diabetes.Grab the audiobook version of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It:This book will give you an actionable toolkit to help you manage the emotional rollercoaster of T1D.Join LiveFree with T1D:You've got a plan to manage your blood sugars, right? But what about a plan to handle the stress of living with T1D? LiveFree with T1D gives you a roadmap to follow, so you'll be ready to face anything T1D throws your way!🔥 Keep an eye out for emails from The Diabetes Psychologist with more tips on how to handle the stress of T1D like a pro! 🔥
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🔑 Your Key is ... Your Behavior

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Lead with Action!For most people, the toughest part of having T1D is that it feels like a roadblock. The stress of T1D stops them from enjoying life and doing what they want.T1D might make you feel this way sometimes, too. Maybe you think you can't be spontaneous, or even the thought of traveling or outdoor activities stresses you out. It feels like diabetes puts you in a box and keeps you from stepping out of your comfort zone.While you can't always change how you feel, you can control how you behave in your life with T1D. You can flip the script and take power away from those diabetes-related emotions. Leading with action means deciding what you want to do and then doing it, no matter how you feel.Ready lead with action? Start with these 3 steps.... 1. Identify an Activity: Pick one activity you'd like to do in your life with T1D but haven't tried because it would push you out of your comfort zone.2. Acknowledge Your Emotions: Write down the emotions that are preventing you from taking action. Then ask yourself what the worst possible outcome would be if you experienced these emotions.3. Take Action: The best way to prevent your emotions from holding you back is to lead with action. Seize the moment and start your journey toward the activity you've been hesitating to try.Hey there, fellow T1D! I’m Dr. Mark Heyman (but feel free to call me Dr. Mark!)I'm a diabetes psychologist who helps people with T1D—just like you—take back their lives from the stress of T1D.As someone who's been living with T1D for 20+ years, I totally get the emotional challenges of T1D—both personally and professionally.Over the past decade, I've helped hundreds of people navigate the stress of T1D and live their lives without letting diabetes hold them back.Check out these resources to help you tackle the stress of T1D:Subscribe to the LiveFree with T1D Podcast:On my podcast, I'll coach you to build your T1D stress-management plan like a sailboat, so you can find smooth sailing in your life with type 1 diabetes.Grab the audiobook version of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It:This book will give you an actionable toolkit to help you manage the emotional rollercoaster of T1D.Join LiveFree with T1D:You've got a plan to manage your blood sugars, right? But what about a plan to handle the stress of living with T1D? LiveFree with T1D gives you a roadmap to follow, so you'll be ready to face anything T1D throws your way!🔥 Keep an eye out for emails from The Diabetes Psychologist with more tips on how to handle the stress of T1D like a pro! 🔥
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🔑 Your Key Is ... Your T1D Support Team

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Don't Tackle T1D Alone!Everyone with T1D needs and deserves support. It's no surprise that flying solo makes T1D way harder to handle.That's why getting the support you need can help you manage the stress of living with diabetes. But first, you have to figure out exactly what kind of support you need and who can give it to you.Support can come from different groups of people, like friends and family or your healthcare team. But the hard truth is, the only way to get the support you need with T1D from these folks is to ask for it.Sometimes the best people to lean on are others with T1D. They totally get what you're going through and how you feel, so they can offer a unique type of support that folks without T1D just can't.Once you build a rock-solid support team, you'll see that anything is possible in your life with T1D!Ready to build your T1D support team? Start with these 3 steps.... 1. Identify the What: People with T1D need various types of support. Once you figure out the specific areas you need help with, it will be easier for you to find the right support for you.2. Identify the Who: Different people can support you in different ways. Figure out who is best suited to offer the help you need, whether it's emotional, informational, or practical.3. Make the Ask: The key to getting the support you need is to ask for it. The people in your life cannot read your mind, but when you clearly communicate your needs, most folks will be more than willing to lend a hand.Hey there, fellow T1D! I’m Dr. Mark Heyman (but feel free to call me Dr. Mark!)I'm a diabetes psychologist who helps people with T1D—just like you—take back their lives from the stress of T1D.As someone who's been living with T1D for 20+ years, I totally get the emotional challenges of T1D—both personally and professionally.Over the past decade, I've helped hundreds of people navigate the stress of T1D and live their lives without letting diabetes hold them back.Check out these resources to help you tackle the stress of T1D:Subscribe to the LiveFree with T1D Podcast:On my podcast, I'll coach you to build your T1D stress-management plan like a sailboat, so you can find smooth sailing in your life with type 1 diabetes.Grab the audiobook version of Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It:This book will give you an actionable toolkit to help you manage the emotional rollercoaster of T1D.Join LiveFree with T1D:You've got a plan to manage your blood sugars, right? But what about a plan to handle the stress of living with T1D? LiveFree with T1D gives you a roadmap to follow, so you'll be ready to face anything T1D throws your way!🔥 Keep an eye out for emails from The Diabetes Psychologist with more tips on how to handle the stress of T1D like a pro! 🔥

Find Your Key to Freedom in Your Life with T1D!

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