"Can I Still Play Softball?" — Elizabeth Peery on a Type 1 Diabetes Diagnosis That Didn't Slow Her Down | Invisible Strength Poddcast

At 10 years old, Elizabeth Peery was rushed to the ER with a blood sugar over 800 and a brand-new type 1 diabetes diagnosis. Her first question wasn't about needles or hospitals — it was, "Can I still play softball?"In this episode of Invisible Strength, Elizabeth shares her type 1 diabetes journey from that frightening diagnosis to becoming a competitive softball player, a Division 1 walk-on rower at the University of Washington, and a public and global health student headed toward pediatric nursing.She gets honest about the parts people don't see: The every-few-hours blood sugar checks, The crashes that wreck her sleep, Learning to tell diabetic fatigue apart from plain athletic exhaustion, and The year and a half before she could give herself her own shots. It's also a story about the people who showed up — a mom watching her blood sugar through a phone, a coach who sprinted onto the field mid-game with apple juice and Skittles, and a community that never once made her feel like a burden.If you or someone you love is newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes or any chronic condition, Elizabeth's take on resilience, support systems, and refusing to let an illness define you will stay with you. Press play and meet a young woman who's living proof that a diagnosis doesn't get the final say.⭐ Enjoying the show? Please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts — it genuinely helps more people who need this find us.🎧 Subscribe for new episodes every Wednesday.🌐 Free quizzes, workbooks & resources: https://www.invigorateyourjourney.com⚠️ Disclaimer: This content is for education and shared experiences only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare team before making changes.