Experiencing Diabetes Burnout? Creating Coping Strategies with Laura Pavlakovich

Diabetes Digital Podcast by Food Heaven

In today’s episode, we welcome Laura Pavlakovich, founder of You're Just My Type. Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age four, Laura shares her journey and the mission behind her platform, which started as a photo project and has grown into a thriving community offering support, education, and resources. Laura discusses her mental health challenges, strategies for managing the fear of hypoglycemia, and maintaining a healthy relationship with food. Join us for an inspiring conversation on the emotional and mental aspects of living with type 1 diabetes and the importance of community support.

In This Episode We’ll Cover:

• Laura’s journey from diagnosis to advocacy
• Mental health impact of living with type 1 diabetes and Laura's personal experiences
• Practical tips on how to manage the daily mental and physical challenges of diabetes, including the fear of hypoglycemia.
• Complexities of maintaining a healthy relationship with food while managing type 1 diabetes
• The importance of having a community and support system
• The role of technology, like CGMs, in managing diabetes
• Laura's vision for expanding her platform to provide support and resources to more people living with type 1 diabetes

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