Living with diabetes means taking on many different responsibilities every day. In this edition of What Does It All Mean?, Dennis reflects on the different “hats” we wear when managing diabetes—from monitoring blood glucose and making food choices to exercising, understanding our data, and looking after our emotional wellbeing. Above all, he reminds us of the important role we play in our own diabetes management.
Living with diabetes can sometimes feel overwhelming, making it important to find something that offers comfort and a break from everyday pressures. In this edition of What Does It All Mean?, Dennis reflects on his lifelong love of music, from the Doo-Wop days of Brooklyn to the songs he still enjoys today, and how music has given him a place to unwind, reflect, and find peace of mind.
Living with diabetes is challenging enough without the added burden of stigma and discrimination. In this edition of What Does It All Mean?, Dennis reflects on the misconceptions people living with diabetes face every day, why these attitudes persist, and how education, advocacy, and standing together can help create a future free from diabetes stigma.
What if healthcare focused on helping people thrive, not just treating disease? In this episode, Dr. Louise Lambert explores the science of positive psychology, the connection between happiness and physical health, and how evidence-based wellbeing practices can improve outcomes for people living with chronic conditions.
