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EPISODE · Oct 22, 2025 · 5 MIN

Diabetes Mindfulness Without the Fluff

from Your Best T1D Year · host Neil Greathouse

Practical mindfulness techniques that actually work for people with type 1 diabetes. Neil explores the research, shares practical insights, and provides tools for managing the mental load of T1D.What You'll Learn• Practical techniques - CGM pause, 60-second reset, name without judgment• Research benefits - How mindfulness reduces distress and improves decisions• Real-life application - No mountaintop meditation required• Quick practices - 10 minutes daily makes a measurable differenceThree Simple TechniquesCGM Pause - Two breaths before reacting to alarms | 60-Second Reset - Four counts in, four counts out | Name Don't Judge - 'Noticing frustration' vs 'I'm failing'Take ActionReady to assess your own diabetes distress? Both the T1-DDS-7 (quick) and 28-question (detailed) assessments are available at Neil's website.ResourcesHelpful resources and newsletter: yourbestt1dyear.comSponsorBlue Circle Health offers free coaching and care that fits real life. Sign up free: bluecirclehealth.orgConnectInstagram: @thebetes | TikTok: @the.betes | Website: yourbestt1dyear.comBooks on Amazon: Type 1 Diabetes - One Day at a Time or Type 1 Diabetes - True Stories

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Practical mindfulness techniques that actually work for people with type 1 diabetes. Neil explores the research, shares practical insights, and provides tools for managing the mental load of T1D.What You'll Learn• Practical techniques - CGM pause, 60-second reset, name without judgment• Research benefits - How mindfulness reduces distress and improves decisions• Real-life application - No mountaintop meditation required• Quick practices - 10 minutes daily makes a measurable differenceThree Simple TechniquesCGM Pause - Two breaths before reacting to alarms | 60-Second Reset - Four counts in, four counts out | Name Don't Judge - 'Noticing frustration' vs 'I'm failing'Take ActionReady to assess your own diabetes distress? Both the T1-DDS-7 (quick) and 28-question (detailed) assessments are available at Neil's website.ResourcesHelpful resources and newsletter: yourbestt1dyear.comSponsorBlue Circle Health offers free coaching and care that fits real life. Sign up free: bluecirclehealth.orgConnectInstagram: @thebetes | TikTok: @the.betes | Website: yourbestt1dyear.comBooks on Amazon: Type 1 Diabetes - One Day at a Time or Type 1 Diabetes - True Stories

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