Diabetes

For some reason, the mind is very good at fixating on something that is lacking, even when everything is just fine. We can be surrounded by 100 blessings and be completely comfortable, and still, it only takes one thought or one desire to ruin the whole thing. Be mindful of when these thoughts come up. The more you notice that they are trying to ruin your mood, the more you can not pay them attention. Instead, keep a habit of being grateful for things, even when they are small. Are you grateful for your socks? Are you grateful that you can breathe without it hurting? Are you grateful that you are not in a hospital bed? Are you grateful that you have a full belly? There are always countless things to be grateful for. What are you grateful for?

~ Thanks to all. Thanks for all. ~

Speaking of thanks for all, I was hoping we could acknowledge everyone who comments below. I know it seems like a small gesture, but many people here have never opened up to anyone before and being open and honest with strangers can be quite scary. So, if we could show our gratitude by giving their comment a simple reply or heart, I’m sure they would really appreciate your team support. What do you say?

#MentalHealth #Depression #Suicide #Anxiety #BipolarDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #dissociativedisorders #OCD #ADHD #Fibromyalgia #EhlersDanlosSyndrome #POTS #PTSD #Cancer #RareDisease #Disability #Autism #Diabetes #EatingDisorders #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RheumatoidArthritis #Schizophrenia

Fill in the blank with something positive that’s happened since your diabetes diagnosis:

Having diabetes is difficult, but ______

#Diabetes #DiabetesType1 #DiabetesType2 #lada #mody #prediabetes #GestationalDiabetes #JuvenileDiabetesType1 #DiabetesInsipidus #ChronicIllness #AutoimmuneDisease #MentalHealth #Lifestyle #Health #EmotionalHealth #Support #SupportGroups #CheckInWithMe #MightyTogether

Yeeeeah… I went to a nearby city to do some shopping, as I desperately needed some new tops and whatnot.

Normally, because of my POTS, I make several stops throughout the day because I have to rest and make sure I don’t use up all of my spoons (energy) at once. But this time, I was alone and I wanted to prove I could do it fine by myself.

After walking around for nearly four hours, I was starting to limp. By the time I got home, my foot was very swollen and uncomfortable in my shoe. By Saturday, it was aching like crazy. And by Sunday, I couldn’t put any weight on the pads of my foot or my toes.

Today, I went to Minor Injuries and they took an x-ray. They’ve said that the ligament has been torn, and where the ligament anchors to the bone, a bloody great big chip of bone has come away. 😬 It fricking hurts.

So, I’m stuck in this wonderfully GLAMOROUS and STYLISH shoe for the next 4-6 weeks!

#chronicillnesswarrior #ChronicPain #PosturalOrthostaticTachycardiaSyndrome #EhlersDanlosSyndrome #NAFLD #Diabetes #Migraines #LiverDisease #InterstitialCystitis #IBS #Dysautonomia #BPD #BrokenFoot #BrokenBone #sarcasm

I want to remind you that you are stronger than your illness and there is still life to be lived. There’s always a reason to hope, smile and look forward. You can get through this ❤️

#Diabetes #DiabetesType1 #DiabetesType2 #lada #mody #prediabetes #GestationalDiabetes #JuvenileDiabetesType1 #DiabetesInsipidus #ChronicIllness #AutoimmuneDisease #MentalHealth #Depression #PTSD #Lifestyle #Health #EmotionalHealth #Support #MightyTogether

With the busyness of life and all the challenges we are burdened with, it's so easy to forget to take care of ourselves. What sorts of things have you done to honor yourself this weekend? Got any tips for others who are struggling?

~ Thanks to all. Thanks for all. ~

Speaking of thanks for all, I was hoping we could acknowledge everyone who comments below. I know it seems like a small gesture, but many people here have never opened up to anyone before and being open and honest with strangers can be quite scary. So, if we could show our gratitude by giving their comment a simple reply or heart, I’m sure they would really appreciate your team support. What do you say?

#MentalHealth #Depression #Suicide #Anxiety #BipolarDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #dissociativedisorders #OCD #ADHD #Fibromyalgia #EhlersDanlosSyndrome #POTS #PTSD #Cancer #RareDisease #Disability #Autism #Diabetes #EatingDisorders #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RheumatoidArthritis #Schizophrenia

What do you guys think about this one? Are you waiting for something outside of you to make you happy? Or are you doing work inwards to find inner peace and inner joy?

~ Thanks to all. Thanks for all. ~

Speaking of thanks for all, I was hoping we could acknowledge everyone who comments below. I know it seems like a small gesture, but many people here have never opened up to anyone before and being open and honest with strangers can be quite scary. So, if we could show our gratitude by giving their comment a simple reply or heart, I’m sure they would really appreciate your team support. What do you say?

#MentalHealth #Depression #Suicide #Anxiety #BipolarDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #dissociativedisorders #OCD #ADHD #Fibromyalgia #EhlersDanlosSyndrome #POTS #PTSD #Cancer #RareDisease #Disability #Autism #Diabetes #EatingDisorders #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RheumatoidArthritis #Schizophrenia

❓What has changed in your diet since you were diagnosed with diabetes?

❓Does it feel like you are more aware of what you eat?

❓What is your current relationship with food?

Share your experiences in the comments below 👇🏾

#Diabetes #DiabetesType1 #DiabetesType2 #lada #mody #prediabetes #GestationalDiabetes #JuvenileDiabetesType1 #DiabetesInsipidus #ChronicIllness #AutoimmuneDisease #wellness #Lifestyle #Health #EatingHealthy #Support #SupportGroups #MightyTogether

When terrible thoughts come up and make you hate yourself or your situation, remember that they are only thoughts. Please be gentle with yourself. What are some things you like to do to be gentle with yourself?

~ Thanks to all. Thanks for all. ~

Speaking of thanks for all, I was hoping we could acknowledge everyone who comments below. I know it seems like a small gesture, but many people here have never opened up to anyone before and being open and honest with strangers can be quite scary. So, if we could show our gratitude by giving their comment a simple reply or heart, I’m sure they would really appreciate your team support. What do you say?

#MentalHealth #Depression #Suicide #Anxiety #BipolarDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #dissociativedisorders #OCD #ADHD #Fibromyalgia #EhlersDanlosSyndrome #POTS #PTSD #Cancer #RareDisease #Disability #Autism #Diabetes #EatingDisorders #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RheumatoidArthritis #Schizophrenia

Let’s welcome our newest members of the Type 2 Diabetes Support Community:

⭐️ Hweid11
⭐️ Rainee
⭐️ AnitaB
⭐️ Monika
⭐️ Jennie
⭐️ Lmtgal29
⭐️ INDEED
⭐️ Gi_jaz
⭐️ Vanhuizum
⭐️ Tjggo

We’re glad that you’re part of this community! Feel free to formally introduce yourselves and also answer the following question below:

❓ What type of diabetes you have?
❓ What diabetes-related topics would you like me to cover?

If you have any diabetes, prediabetes-related questions or just a listening ear, you’re welcome to create a separate post or message me directly 😀

Remember, you don’t have to navigate this journey alone. There is strength in community❤️

#diabetes #diabetestype1 #diabetestype2 #lada #mody #autoimmunedisease #chronicillness #support #mightytogether #health #supportgroups #lifestyle