Your Best T1D Year

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 difference

Three Simple Techniques

CGM 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 Action
Ready to assess your own diabetes distress? Both the T1-DDS-7 (quick) and 28-question (detailed) assessments are available at Neil's website.

Resources
Helpful resources and newsletter: yourbestt1dyear.com

Sponsor
Blue Circle Health offers free coaching and care that fits real life. Sign up free: bluecirclehealth.org

Connect
Instagram: @thebetes | TikTok: @the.betes | Website: yourbestt1dyear.com

Books on Amazon: Type 1 Diabetes - One Day at a Time or Type 1 Diabetes - True Stories

What is Your Best T1D Year?

Managing Type 1 Diabetes doesn’t have to be overwhelming.

Each 5-minute episode of Your Best T1D Year is packed with practical strategies, mindset shifts, and a little humor to help you feel more in control and less frustrated by diabetes.

Hosted by Neil Greathouse, this Monday, Wednesday, and Friday podcast delivers quick, relatable episodes that make learning about T1D effortless - so you can build small wins that lead to big changes.

📅 New episodes drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

🎧 Subscribe now and start making diabetes management feel easier - one small habit at a time.