Embracing Diabetes, compassion, community and creativity
Welcome to Embracing Diabetes, a podcast that explores the many different ways people are living with diabetes in the world. Join co-hosts Amy Stockwell and Dr Liz Stephens, colleagues and friends who have lived with type one diabetes for decades. Liz and Amy launched Embracing Diabetes so they could talk to creative, smart, inspiring, and thoughtful people living with type one and share their stories with you! People with type one diabetes come in all shapes and sizes, but we share this one thing -- this frustrating, challenging, expensive chronic illness -- that binds us together and we are always stronger together. We hope you are as inspired by these interviews as we are.
Embracing Diabetes, compassion, community and creativity
Liz & Amy catch up
In this episode of Embracing Diabetes Liz and Amy catch up (and commiserate;)) about recent challenges, focusing particularly on hypoglycemia and its impacts.
Despite setbacks like malfunctioning Dexcom sensors and stressful low blood sugar episodes, they share insights into diabetes management, highlighting the importance of self-advocacy, accessing medical supplies, and navigating the healthcare system. The conversation also touches on the emotional and physical toll of diabetes, workplace challenges, and the importance of programs like meditation for managing anxiety and diabetes. The episode serves as a candid reflection on living with diabetes, offering both personal experiences and practical advice.
As aways, please remember that the podcast is not medical advice.