Your Best T1D Year

Summary Swap the hammer for a magnifying glass. Curiosity lowers stress, which lowers cortisol, which helps insulin work better. Keywords: diabetes distress, self-compassion, mindset, CGM alarms, five minute reset. What you’ll learn A quick mindset flip when an alarm hits A 3-question script to replace self-blame with curiosity How judgment raises stress and curiosity breaks the loop Try this toda...

Summary When life gets loud, you need a tiny, reliable toolkit. Breathing, movement, micro-distractions… we build a reset toolbar you will actually use. Keywords: T1D stress, reset toolkit, mindful breathing, movement, CGM spikes. What you’ll learn A 3-category toolkit: breathing, movement, micro-distractions Why five minutes of calm is metabolic strategy, not fluff How to pick one tool and test i...

Summary Five minutes isn’t random. Short, intentional resets can lower stress chemistry and protect insulin sensitivity. We explain why and show you how to use the five-minute window. Keywords: five minute reset, breathwork, anxiety, insulin resistance, T1D tools. What you’ll learn The science behind short breathwork and stress reduction A browser-cache analogy you will never unsee A simple menu o...

Summary Stress hormones push glucose up and make insulin do less. We unpack the research and give you quick strategies to blunt stress before it bulldozes your time in range. Keywords: T1D, stress spikes, CGM, cortisol, adrenaline, insulin sensitivity. What you’ll learn The “same meal, same insulin, different outcome” effect under stress How to build a five-minute buffer before the blue shell hits...

Summary Stress and T1D go hand in hand. One email, one alarm, and cortisol spikes, insulin sensitivity drops, and your CGM graph climbs. In this kickoff, we walk through a five-minute reset you can actually use today to lower the stress load and help your insulin land. Keywords: type 1 diabetes, stress, cortisol, insulin resistance, CGM, five minute reset, mental load. What you’ll learn Why stress...

Knowing when to say, “Nope, I’m done with this CGM/site/pump part,” and switch it out before it messes with your blood sugar or your brain We’re not here to waste supplies—we’re here to protect peace. Learn the real signs your tech is on its way out and how to make a smooth swap without spiraling. 👉 Listener Challenge: Tell me your early-swap story. What gave it away? 💙 Sponsored by Blue Circle...

Understanding how your pump calculates boluses—and why it often knows more than your brain mid-meal From IOB to carb ratios and correction factors, your pump is solving equations you shouldn’t have to do while hungry. Learn what goes into those numbers, when to trust it, and when to override with intention. 👉 Listener Challenge: DM me your best “wait… how did it know that?” pump moment 💙 Sponsor...

In this conversation, Justin (diabetech) breaks down where diabetes tech is actually headed. We talk dual-hormone hype vs reality, why Tandem Mobi’s bolus button matters, open-source + AI for unannounced meals, why FDA timelines feel slow, and why the future likely looks tubeless with one device doing more. Takeaways • Community and content led to Justin’s diagnosis and better questions. • Dual ho...

Choosing apps and systems that help you log meals, insulin, and BG—without burning out Track smarter with tools like SNAQ, mySugr, Undermyfork, and Glooko. Learn which apps are backed by research on improving A1c and time-in-range—and how to avoid tracking fatigue. 👉 Listener Challenge: Try one app this week. DM me what clicked—or what clashed. 💙 Sponsored by Blue Circle Health: Managing T1D is...

What your CGM is really telling you—and when it’s wrong CGMs are incredible—but they aren’t mind readers. This episode unpacks how CGMs actually work, why there’s always a 5–15 min lag, and when to trust your gut over your graph. Bonus: how to calibrate without confusing your device. 👉 Listener Challenge: Check in with your symptoms this week. DM me your wildest CGM misread story! 💙 Sponsored by...

Making progress with the tools you actually have You don’t need a CGM or pump to understand your blood sugars. This episode is a love letter to low-tech T1Ds—offering real strategies to track patterns, simplify logging, and get the wins without the overwhelm. 👉 Listener Challenge: Choose one thing to track this week—and DM me what you learned! 💙 Sponsored by Blue Circle Health: Managing T1D is h...

How to keep your devices from quitting on you this summer From sunscreen sabotage to sweat-soaked adhesives, summer can be brutal on your T1D tech. This episode unpacks what really causes sensor dropout, plus tips to keep your gear stuck, synced, and stress-free all season long. 👉 Listener Challenge: Try a summer-proofing upgrade for your tech. Tag me or DM your setup! 💙 Sponsored by Blue Circle...

Avoiding sensor burnout, skin drama, and accuracy fails CGMs don’t lie—but they do get confused if you reuse the same tired skin. This episode breaks down how to rotate your sensor like a pro, avoid “pressure lows,” and keep your skin and your data in sync. Bonus: the science behind sensor accuracy and why rest matters. 👉 Listener Challenge: Try a new sensor site and let the old one rest. DM your...

 In this conversation, Dr. Monica Gomberg discusses her journey into endocrinology, emphasizing the importance of building long-term relationships with patients. She highlights the complexities of diabetes management, the challenges of accessing endocrinology care, and the role of technology in improving patient outcomes. Dr. Gomberg also addresses the emotional aspects of living with diabetes, th...

Avoiding clogs, scar tissue, and mystery highs with smarter site rotation Your insulin might be fine. Your carb count might be perfect. But if your pump site is tired? That’s where the chaos begins. This episode explains why site rotation matters, what scar tissue does, and how to actually make rotation easy enough to stick with . 👉 Listener Challenge: Try a brand new site location this week. DM...

Taming your diabetes tech before it drives you bananas Is your CGM acting like a toddler with a megaphone? Between alarms, app updates, and data overload, tech can go from helpful to hectic real fast. This episode shares the science behind alarm fatigue—and how to simplify your setup so it actually supports you (not stress you out). 👉 Listener Challenge: Pick one alert to silence, adjust, or rena...

Why your CGM and pump need to be on the same side of your body Your CGM says “No Signal” and suddenly you’re sweating—not from the walk, but from wondering if your blood sugar is tanking. Today’s episode breaks down how Bluetooth really works (hint: your body is a giant meat sponge) and why keeping your devices on the same side can make your tech actually work like it’s supposed to. Plus, a stat a...

Mastering your T1D tech without losing your mind Your CGM beeps in the middle of a meeting—again. Is it a low… or just a Bluetooth tantrum? This episode kicks off our August series: Tech Troubles & Triumphs . We’re talking CGMs, pumps, alarms, and why “just wear the tech” isn’t the full story. Plus, one tiny tweak you can make this week to reduce the chaos. 👉 Listener Challenge: Pick one tech...

Can You Exercise Without a CGM? Not everyone has a CGM – and even if you do, sometimes it fails. This episode teaches you old-school strategies that still work. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ How to check BG before, during, and after workouts ✔️ Pre-CGM era strategies for safety and confidence ✔️ Why patterns matter more than single data points 📢 Resources & Links: ✅ Download the T1D Movement...

Rob Howe on Strength, Resilience, and Doing Hard Things From D2 basketball to fatherhood to hosting Diabetics Doing Things, Rob Howe shows what it means to thrive with T1D. Today, we go deep. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ Rob’s workouts, cold plunges, and daily mental game ✔️ Strength training hacks for T1Ds ✔️ Why discipline and grace must go together 📢 Resources & Links: ✅ Follow Rob on Ins...

How to Plan for the Race (or the Random Dog Walk) Whether it’s a marathon or an unplanned walk with a friend, T1Ds need a strategy. This episode builds your checklist. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ Why planned vs spontaneous movement need different prep ✔️ My 5-point pre-movement checklist ✔️ How to feel confident leaving the house 📢 Resources & Links: ✅ Download the T1D Movement Planning Gui...

Why Lifting Isn’t Just for Dudes in Tank Tops Think strength training isn’t for you? Think again. This episode unpacks why muscle is your metabolic secret weapon. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ How lifting affects insulin sensitivity and BG stability ✔️ Why gyms can feel intimidating—and how to overcome that ✔️ One simple strength move to try this week 📢 Resources & Links: ✅ Download the T1D M...

Let’s Talk About Basal Insulin Basal insulin affects every workout. This episode unpacks how small tweaks can prevent mid-exercise chaos. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ Why aerobic and anaerobic workouts need different basal plans ✔️ My early mistakes and what finally worked ✔️ An elite ultra runner’s basal strategy for endurance 📢 Resources & Links: ✅ Download the T1D Movement Planning Guide...

Stacking Habits (Without Burning Out) Think adding exercise means overhauling your life? Nope. This episode shows how tiny habit stacks can build lasting health. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ James Clear’s “habit stacking” secret for movement ✔️ How to add a 3-minute walk without burnout ✔️ Why real change is never dramatic (and that’s good) 📢 Resources & Links: ✅ Download the T1D Movement Pl...