Episode 280 - Misdiagnosis and Living with LADA with Mila Clarke

In this episode of Diabetics Doing Things, Mila Clarke shares her personal journey of significant life changes, including career shifts, personal challenges, a re-diagnosis of LADA, and the passing of her mother due to diabetes-related complications. She discusses finding herself, managing diabetes, and embracing a new path forward. The episode also delves into the challenges of burnout, building a support system, navigating changes in diabetes diagnosis, and the importance of representation in the diabetes community. Topics discussed: 1. Mila's Personal Journey including leaving her job to focus on Hangry Woman full-time 2. Career Shift and Health Coaching: Transition from a marketer to a health coach 3. Bridging the gap between fear of eating and enjoying meals 4. Importance of Self-Care and Boundaries: Prioritizing self-care to avoid burnout 5. Support System in Content Creation: Managing overwhelm by acknowledging limitations 6. The role of support team members in providing feedback and managing projects 7. Navigating Changes in Diabetes Diagnosis: Transition from type 2 to type 1 diabetes diagnosis 8. Representing Diverse Voices in the Diabetes Community: Importance of diversity representation and transparency in collaborations 9. Kindness, Respect, and Accountability: Impact of chronic illness on behavior and comparison culture 10. Addressing misconceptions about online personas and supporting creators 11. Building a Supportive Diabetes App Key takeaways: * Embracing personal growth amidst challenges and life changes * Prioritizing self-care, setting boundaries, and recognizing emotional well-being * Navigating career shifts and advocating for representation in the diabetes community * Building a supportive community and offering personalized health support through technology * Upholding kindness, respect, and accountability in online interactions and content creation References: * The Hangry Woman * Glucose Guide App 00:00 Celebrating Diabetes Stories Worldwide 00:02 The Evolution of Mila Clarke: Navigating Life Changes and Diabetes Management 04:15 From Marketer to Health Coach: A Journey of Personal and Professional Growth 08:16 Learning to Set Boundaries and Prioritize Self-Care: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Growth 12:16 Navigating Burnout and Building a Support System in Content Creation 17:26 Navigating a Diabetes Diagnosis Change: Impact on Community, Relationships, and Advocacy 23:49 Navigating a New Diagnosis and its Impact on Personal Branding 28:04 Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges in the Diabetes Community 32:36 Debunking Myths and Realities of Being a Successful Black Woman Entrepreneur 42:36 Embracing Kindness and Abundance in a World of Competition 52:36 Navigating Social Media Etiquette and Misconceptions as a Creator 55:53 Navigating Online Criticism and Embracing the Journey to Success in Content Creation 01:02:49 Revolutionizing Diabetes Support with a Unique Pocket Guide App 01:06:10 Empowering Diabetes Management through Personalized Support and Community Connection 01:09:21 Building a Supportive Community Beyond Social Media Platforms 01:14:05 Empowering Health and Support Through a Unique Approach 01:17:12 The Value of Ads and Support in Providing Free Content and Services