LiveFree with T1D

LiveFree with T1D

Hosted by: Mark Heyman

Welcome to the LiveFree with T1D Podcast where we coach you to build your T1D stress-management plan like a sailboat. You are the captain. The hull is your diabetes knowledge and management. The sails are your...

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#168: Breaking Free from the Blood Sugar Cycle of Avoidance

The blood Sugar Cycle of Avoidance is  a common pattern for people with T1D, and it might be holding you back. The cycle often starts with a simple decision, like turning down an invitation due to the fear of low...
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#167: Six Signs You Have a Fear of Low Blood Sugar

You may be wondering if you have a fear of low blood sugar. Today I want to give you THREE signs that you may be experiencing a fear of lows. Sign #1: You Under-Bolus You take less insulin to cover the carbs you eat...
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#166: Low Blood Sugar SUCKS!

There’s no way around it: low blood sugars are no fun. Actually, to put it more accurately, low blood sugar SUCKS. But the question always arises—what can you do to deal with lows when you have them, without letting...
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#165: What It Means to Rethink Your Diabetes

My guest on this episode of the LiveFree with T1D podcast is Falyn. Not only does she live with T1D, but her three-year-old daughter was recently diagnosed as well. In this episode, I coach Falyn on how to let go of...
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#164: How to Find Joy in Your Life with T1D

What if it was possible not only to experience joy but to live a joyful life with T1D? I believe it's possible and I want to show you how. On this episode of the LiveFree with T1D podcast, I talk all about joy and how...
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#163: Tips for Getting What You Need From Your Endo

When was your last appointment with your endocrinologist? Did you feel that your doctor allowed you to set the agenda for the appointment and genuinely listened to your concerns? While there’s no excuse for a subpar...
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#162: How to Create an Environment to Set Yourself Up for Success with T1D

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...
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#161: Tips for Dealing with Fear of Low Blood Sugar

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...
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#160: Why Community is Critical for People with T1D

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...
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#159: How to Prioritize Self-Care in Your Life with T1D

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...
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#158: Dr. Mark's August 2023 T1D Management: Going Off the Grid

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...
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#157: Practical Tools to Manage T1D Without Letting It Take Over Your Life

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...
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