Episode 121: One Night Out
from Chronically Will Podcast - Type One Diabetes Hosted by Willie Streets Chronically Will Podcast
On this episode we get to hear from Ryanne. Ryanne was diagnosed with T1D around February 2023, not too long after the passing of her grandfather. She breaks down what it was really like to learn she had type 1 diabetes at Howard University, why the symptoms were easy to miss, and how finding community changed everything. Ryanne opens up about the fear, confusion, and burnout that can come with a chronic diagnosis, especially when you are young and trying to keep up with school, friendships, and life on your own. She also shares the moment a routine doctor visit turned into a hospital stay, the misconceptions that make type 1 diabetes harder to recognize, and why representation matters so much when you are looking for proof that you can still thrive. Together we unpack the hidden mental load of managing T1D and the confidence that comes from learning to speak up for yourself. Ryanne is the kind of voice newly diagnosed listeners need right now: honest, grounded, and full of hope. If you are living with type 1 diabetes, supporting someone who is, or trying to make sense of a life changing diagnosis, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, informed, and a lot less alone. Follow Ryanne on instagram @ryanne.coleman
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