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#221: How to Stop Buying Into Unhelpful Thoughts About T1D
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...
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#220: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of CGMs
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...
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#219: Extend Your Panic Runway
 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...
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#218: T1D is NOT a Full Time Job
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...
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#217: I Can't Believe My Endo Asked Me This Question
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...
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#216: The Worst Advice I've Heard
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...
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#215: I Want You To Be Scared Of Lows
 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...
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#214: Diabetes Still Sucks (2.5 years later)!
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...
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#213: Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It (Chapter 12)
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.Â
This week, you'll hear Chapter 12, where you'll start...
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#212: Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It (Chapter 11)
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.Â
This week, you'll hear Chapter 11, where you'll get tips on...
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#211: Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It (Chapter 10)
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.Â
This week, you'll hear Chapter 10, where you'll learn how to...
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#210: Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It (Chapter 9)
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.Â
This week, you'll hear Chapter 9, where you'll learn why...
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