Mental Motivation: The Principles of Type 2 Diabetes Management

We have all heard this before... It doesn't matter where you are in life; acknowledging where you are is better than staying in denial. Take ownership and realize where you are today.

Being harshly critical of yourself only brings you down and serves as an obstacle on your journey. Keep the roadblocks from taking over your mental highway. You will transform your sense of self over time as you combine all the pieces and reinforce your mindset daily to create that winning playbook.

The principles I've learned to manage type 2 diabetes

I have been learning to take a more positive approach to my type 2 diabetes journey since my most recent mental drawback. While talking and listening to other "seasoned" people with diabetes, I received pointers that helped me cope with my bad days.

Through my journey, I have grasped the importance of staying engaged and being proactive with my diabetes management activities. Ultimately, I hope to gain more knowledge and principles to care for my mind and body. I will share some of the principles I have found effective in managing my type 2 diabetes.

Find your management plan: round peg, square hole

There is no one-size-fits-all approach for managing your type 2 diabetes. Every person is different, so comparing yourself to someone with diabetes will eventually drive you mad.

Sure, there is a foundation for managing your diabetes, but each person's body is different. Try new foods, experiment with recipes, or even test out the latest monitoring technology to see what's best for you. There are many recipes and ideas on Type2Diabetes.com that you can use in your food preparation and daily management.

Build an all-star medical team

Not having a solid medical team in your corner is detrimental to your success. Your medical team should have the skills and characteristics to support your inner corner with motivation and personalized care.

Treat them like you are an NFL owner creating a Superbowl contender squad. In other words, make sure they have your best interests at heart to succeed with your diabetes management.

Whether it's a traditional medicine or a more natural holistic approach, remember, you control your diabetes playbook!

Switch it up and focus on improvement

Focus on consistent improvement to grow a better you. I know that sounds cliche, but find what works for you. I have stated this before, and I stand behind it.

Try various ways to eat, exercise, and stay active with a new hobby. Switch up the routine sometimes. We tend to fall into the monotonous cycle of our diabetic journey. It is essential to living life.

Celebrate the wins, big or small. Diabetes can be frustrating and annoying, but it doesn't have to hinder living a fulfilled life. Diabetes doesn't always have to be a hurdle.

So, hey you! Yeah, YOU! You got this! Each of us has a WINNER inside waiting to be discovered.