Can you complete our Divabetic Mystery Phrase below? Diabetes self-care can be emotionally taxing, but reframing your mind-set with positive affirmations can have powerful results.
Divabetic Mystery Phrase #17
Constant worrying or self-doubt about what you are or are not doing isn’t empowering. That inner dialogue isn’t true, or even real.
If you’re struggling to cope with your diabetes diagnosis: try repeating positive affirmations to yourself each morning to steer your mood in the right direction. This way of thinking can be helpful when the mental burden of diabetes management gets tough.
“People without diabetes can feel loneliness, anger, guilt, and shame or use denial, rebellion or secrecy. The addition of diabetes to your daily life increases the likelihood of complex emotions,” says Dr. Wendy Satin Rapaport aka ‘The Diabetes Pysche’. She adds, “My goal is to help you recognize these normal and demanding feelings and then move past them to do better.“
Divabetic Mystery Phrase #17
“Wisdom is avoiding all thoughts which weaken you.” – anonymous
Making your diabetes wellness your top priority will help you find the life flow that you can manage and maintain.
Like many habits, inner strength, resilience and/or wherewithal can be attained states the Power of Positivity website. It doesn’t matter if someone is thought of as weak or timid; they can still overcome life’s challenges
Inner strength comes from knowing you have the tools you need to handle life’s challenges. If at first you don’t succeed then rely on your strength for progress. Optimism is a source of courage and confidence. It motivates us to set goals, to take risks. It encourages persistence in the face of obstacles.
We’re talking about overeating, binge eating and food addiction on Divabetic’s Diabetes Late Nite podcast with Patricia Addie-Gentle RN, CDE, Mama Rose Marie, Dr. Lori Shemek PhD, Megrette Fletcher MEd, RD,CDE and Cat Beach with music from Kelly Clarkson.
Can you complete the Divabetic Mystery Phrase below? Diabetes self-care can be emotionally taxing, but reframing your mind-set can have powerful results.
Divabetic Mystery Phrase
Self-help books often promote the power of positive affirmations. If you’ve never tried them before, the idea can seem incredibly awkward to tell yourself how awesome you are.
Positive affirmations help to re-program your thought patterns and change the way you think and feel about things. They are short positive statements that can help you focus on goals, get rid of negative, self-defeating beliefs and program your subconscious mind.
And yes, there is genuine theory and a fair amount of neuroscience behind this practice.
If you’re struggling to cope with your diabetes diagnosis: try repeating positive affirmations to yourself each morning to steer your mood in the right direction. This way of thinking can be helpful when the mental burden of diabetes management gets tough.
“People without diabetes can feel loneliness, anger, guilt, and shame or use denial, rebellion or secrecy. The addition of diabetes to your daily life increases the likelihood of complex emotions,” says Dr. Wendy Satin Rapaport aka ‘The Diabetes Pysche’. She adds, “My goal is to help you recognize these normal and demanding feelings and then move past them to do better.”
Divabetic Msytery Phrase
Constant worrying or self-doubt about what you are or are not doing isn’t empowering. That inner dialogue isn’t true, or even real.
Start believing in yourself and believing deeply—on every level—that you are doing your best.
Divabetic’s 6th Annual Diabetes Mystery Podcast, Gingerbread Men Prefer Blondes. The mystery is set in the fictitiously decadent world-renowned Gingerbread Men Cookie Baking Competition in New York’s Central Park Zoo. Mr. Divabetic’s healthy culinary misadventures continue in this year’s escapade as he enters the competition with headless cookies and pureed kale hot cocoa for the judges to sample. As if this dreadful combination wasn’t bad enough to land him at the bottom of the throwdown, his mother, Mama Rose Marie, is accused of poisoning one of the celebrity judges! Things go from bad to worse when the snake phobic Mr. Divabetic hears about the giant python’s escape.
Now, the happy healthcare host must decide to face his fear of snakes and recipe rejection or throw in his apron and risk getting caught up in another murder investigation. Can Mr. Divabetic and his team of amateur sleuths hunt down the real killer and get Mama Rose Marie out of jail? Will he be the next murder victim? Can he ever create an edible recipe?
The cast of Gingerbread Men Prefer Blondes features Mama Rose Marie, Best-Selling Author Tonya Kappes, the Charlie’s Angels of Outreach (Patricia Addie-Gentle RN, CDE and MaryAnn Nicolay BA, DTR), The Happy Diabetic Chef Robert Lewis, Seveda Williams, Coach The Cure’s Trisha Artman, Jillian Walsh, Wendy Radford, Dave Jones, Lorraine Brooks and Max Szadek.
Throughout this podcast we will be featuring music from the original Broadway cast recording of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes courtesy of SONY MUSIC.
“Be nice to yourself… It’s hard to be happy when someone is mean to you all the time.”
― Christine Arylo
What is self-compassion and how can it help you to better manage your diabetes self-care?
Self-compassion is treating yourself with the same kindness and support that you would provide for a friend. A recent research study conducted with people with diabetes demonstrated that self-compassion was significantly and positively correlated with higher well-being, lower A1C, and higher engagement with all self-management behaviors. Self-compassion is closely associated with emotional resilience, including the ability to sooth ourselves, recognize our mistakes, learn from them, and motivate ourselves to succeed. Self-compassion is also correlated with reduced levels of anxiety, depression, stress, and shame.
Anyone can learn how to be self-compassionate. Begin by acknowledging how you feel. For example, recognizing that you might feel angry (“I hate my diet restrictions and I’m not losing any weight”); victimized (“I know other people who don’t exercise, and they don’t have diabetes”); or doubt (“My blood sugar levels are always too high. Maybe I am a ‘bad’ diabetic?”). Next, acknowledge that others would probably have similar feelings in the same situation. You are not alone. Finally, express kindness to yourself. What would you say to a friend in your shoes? Perhaps you would say: “It can feel very unfair when you try hard to follow a diet program and you don’t see results right away.” Once you shift your frame of mind from a threat state to self-compassion, you are likely to find yourself calmer. Maybe you can review your menu plan and realize that you have included healthy food choices, but the quantities are too much?
5 Simple Strategies to Soothe Yourself
How would you treat a friend? Respond to yourself in the same way you would respond to a close friend when he or she is suffering.
Explore self-compassion through writing. Write a letter to yourself about your feelings (such as shame, insecurity, etc.) from a place of acceptance and compassion.
Write a self-compassion journal. Keep a daily journal in which you process your difficult issues through a perspective of self-compassion. This activity will help make self-kindness and mindfulness a part of your daily life.
Change you critical self-talk. Acknowledge your self-critical voice and reframe your observations in a more friendly way. Challenge your negative assumptions about yourself and instead use kinder and gentler self-talk.
Taking care of the caregiver. Keep your heart open and help you care for and nurture yourself at the same time that you are caring for and nurturing others.
Self-compassion is about how you motivate yourself; instead of doing it with blame and self-criticism, self-compassion motivates like a good coach, with encouragement, kindness, and support. It’s an example of the Golden Rule in reverse: Learning to treat yourself as you would treat others in need – with kindness, warmth, and respect.
Let’s remember the original and real Diabetes Hero!
If you have diabetes, November 23, 2017 will be Thanksgiving…. And November 14th will be ‘Thanks Given’!
Dr. Beverly S. Adler, PhD, CDE aka “Dr. Bev”, is a clinical psychologist and Certified Diabetes Educator with a private practice in Baldwin, NY. She was honored in 2016 with the “Certified Diabetes Educator Entrepreneur of the Year Award.”
She is the author/editor of two diabetes self-help books which include insightful lessons of empowerment written by successful men and women with diabetes. She has published articles in print and online about diabetes management – always with the focus on emotional adjustment. Dr. Bev has been quoted in numerous magazines and contributed to a monthly diabetes advice column online. She is a frequent contributor to the Divabetic Diabetes Daily Wire, where she blogs about diabetes topics from the psychological perspective.
Dr. Bev has lived successfully with type 1 diabetes for 42 years. You can connect with her on her website www.AskDrBev.com and on Twitter @AskDrBev.
Dr. Beverly S. Adler PhD, CDE talks about ‘self-compassion and diabetes’ on our blockbuster Diabetes Late Nite podcast with music from Whitney Houston on World Diabetes Day on Tuesday, November 14, 2017, 6 -7:30 PM, EST.
Enjoy an exclusive first listen of “Whitney Houston – I Wish You Love: More From ‘The Bodyguard’”ahead of the album’s release date courtesy of SONY Music on November’s Diabetes Late Nite. This 25th anniversary of “The Bodyguard” soundtrack album features the hit song, “I’m Every Woman” echoing the recent statistics that 1 in 10 women are now living with diabetes.
Throughout the podcast we will be talking to experts about ways to safeguard you and your family from experiencing diabetes health-related complications such as stroke, blindness and amputation.
November’s Diabetes Late Nite guests include Dr. Beverly S. Adler PhD, CDE, Constance Brown Riggs MSEd, RD, CDE, CDN, Poet Lorraine Brooks, the Charlie’s Angels of Outreach featuring Patricia Addie Gentle RN, CDE, Mindy Bartleson, T1D, blogger at “There’s More to the Story”, and author, and America’s #1 Energy Conductor, Kathie Dolgin aka ‘High Voltage’.
Enjoy an exclusive first listen to Whitney Houston’s newest album, “Whitney Houston – I Wish You Love: More from ‘The Bodyguard” album courtesy of SONY Music on November’sDiabetes Late Nite podcast scheduled for World Diabetes Day on Tuesday, November 14, 2017, 6 -7:30 PM.
We’re talking about how to become your own diabetes bodyguard with guests: Poet Lorraine Brooks, Dr. Beverly S. Adler PhD, CDE, Constance Brown Riggs MSEd, RD, CDE, CDN, Patricia Addie-Gentle RN, CDE, Author and T1D, blogger at “There’s More to the Story”, Mindy Bartleson, and America’s #1 Energy Conductor, Kathie Dolgin aka ‘High Voltage’.
Even though Whitney Houston was not living with diabetes, I still feel she can help inspire you to avoid the pitfall of seeking perfection as it relates to diabetes self-care managment.
After watching the recent Whitney Houston documentary, ‘Why Can’t I Be Me?’ it seems clear to me that the pressure to be perfect took a toll on her health and well-being over the years. She certainly had a lot to live up to when it came to hitting high notes especially after she sang the national anthem at the Super Bowl XXV in 1991. Most people agree that no one else will ever be able to top her performance!
“Her voice was perfect. Strong but soothing. Soulful and classic. Her vibrato, her cadence, her control,” said Beyonce.
Could the need to be ‘pitch- perfect’ each time she performed be the underlying cause of her substance abuse issues? It’s been well documented that Whitney Houston wrestled with demons, drugs, and heartbreaking betrayals throughout her life.
It is an unfortunate truth that the music industry is infested with alcohol and drugs. When trying to alleviate pressure or stress, the accessiblility of substances makes for a viable option.
How about you? Are you on a quest to be perfect about your diabetes self-management? Do you feel pressured to live up to others’ expectations about ‘controlling’ your blood sugars 24/7? If so, you’re not alone.
“I put a lot of pressure on myself to always have good blood sugars and avoid lows. Too often my quest for perfection has disabled me from living a full life. I now know that,” wrote Julia Flaherty for Insulin Nation.
‘Perfection’ is a mirage. Be a manager. Be kind to yourself. Be confident. Be brave. Be strong. Ask for help when you need it.
There’s no end to the process of blood sugar management, but there are always new beginnings. Be gentle with yourself.
No one ever did it quite like Whitney and no one ever will, but many more will try. Let her legacy remind you of the cost of seeking ‘perfection’ and be kind to yourself.
‘Love yourself, love your health’ is a catchy saying but putting into daily practice takes time and effort especially for those of us who don’t even like our hair (!)
How do you actually love yourself and your diabetes health?
My good friend and mentor, Kathie Dolgin aka ‘High Voltage’ is a walking billboard for self-compassion. She’s a health and wellness pioneer, best-selling author and TV personality, who has helped thousands of people get their energy up and their weight down. She has been featured on the TODAY Show, Good Morning America, CBS Morning Show, CNN, Extra, Entertainment Tonight, E! Network & More.
High Voltage believes in the power of Affirmations. Affirmations are statements said aloud with confidence about a perceived truth which have helped thousands of people make significant changes in their lives.
An affirmation can work because it has the ability to program your mind into believing the stated concept.uses affirmations.
High Voltage’s daily affirmations start with “I’m Happy, I’m Healthy” and then she adds a phrase like “I am the best and I deserve the best” or “I am fit, fabulous and fierce!”
Trust me, it works! I worked with her for several years on her Energy Up! Program in New York and I witness first-hand the power of affirmations in your daily life. Starting your day by saying aloud “I’m Happy, I’m Healthy and I choose to be FABULOUS” is like a double shot of attitude.
How do you practice self-compassion? That’s what we’re talking about on November’s Diabetes Late Nite podcast.
Tune in to November’s Diabetes Late Nite podcast on World Diabetes Day on Tuesday, November 14, 2017, 6 – 7:30 PM, EST.
Enjoy an exclusive first listen of “Whitney Houston – I Wish You Love: More From ‘The Bodyguard’” ahead of the album’s release date courtesy of SONY Music. This 25th anniversary of “The Bodyguard” soundtrack album features the hit song, “I’m Every Woman” echoing the recent statistics that 1 in 10 women are now living with diabetes.
Throughout the podcast we will be talking to experts about ways to safeguard you and your family from experiencing diabetes health-related complications such as stroke, blindness and amputation.
Guests include Dr. Beverly S. Adler PhD, CDE, Constance Brown Riggs MSEd, RD, CDE, CDN, Poet Lorraine Brooks, the Charlie’s Angels of Outreach featuring Patricia Addie Gentle RN, CDE and Mama Rose Marie.
High Voltage is the founder and executive director of the national nonprofit organization, Energy Up!, whose mission is to prevent childhood obesity. Energy Up! is the only health and wellness childhood obesity program built on the Energy Up! Addiction model with a published medical study. Numerous New York City private and public schools, the township of Huntington, Long Island and the Gerald J. Freidman Diabetes Institute at Beth Israel Medical Center have experienced High Voltage’s unique health and wellness programming.
It’s time to get Sugar Savvy– read about solutions for dropping those stubborn pounds, energizing your body, and feeling great about yourself. Health and wellness guru Kathie “High Voltage” Dolgin will help you retrain your brain to say no to sugar and its harmful effects, and get you on the path to “Fit, Fabulous and Fierce.”
Our most successful Sugar Savvy Sister lost over 18 pounds in 6 weeks! *
Our favorite divas from the world of entertainment, beauty/fashion, poetry and diabetes education, Whitney Houston, Constance Brown-Riggs, Karline Ricketts, Lorraine Brooks, Patricia Addie-Gentle, Mama Rose Marie and ‘Dr. Bev’, join us to celebrate World Diabetes Day on Diabetes Late Nite scheduled for Tuesday, November 14, 2017, 6 -7:30 PM.
First up, we have an exclusive first listen of “Whitney Houston – I Wish You Love: More From ‘The Bodyguard’” ahead of the album’s release date courtesy of SONY Music.
The Bodyguard Original Soundtrack Album set a record for the most albums sold in a single week since the Nielsen SoundScan introduced a computerized sales monitoring system in May 1991, with sales of 1,061,000 copies during Christmas week of 1992, becoming the first album sold over 1 million in one week.
In November 1999, Houston and The Bodyguard Soundtrack, were named the “Top-selling R&B Female Artist of the Century ” by the RIAA, respectively.
Whitney’s iconic songs are inspiring us to discuss how to become your own ‘Diabetes Bodyguard’.
Safeguarding yourself and your diabetes health requires a healthy dose of Self-Compassion.
Dr. Beverly S. Adler PhD, CDE discusses how the ‘negative talk’ inside our heads affects our diabetes.
How do you talk to yourself?Do you talk to yourself with kindness? Or do youbeat yourself up for being diagnosed with diabetes, unexpected high’s and low’s, your weight and/or unhealthy habits?
There is a vast difference between feeling sorry for yourself and feeling kindness toward yourself. When you see yourself as a victim, you indulge in self–pity. You are a bottomless pit of misery, and you may find yourself crying endless victim tears.
Dr. Beverly Adler (aka “Dr. Bev”, right) is an award-winning certified diabetes educator and diabetes psychologist. She has combined her first-hand knowledge of living with Type 1 diabetes with a PhD in clinical psychology to serve the mental health needs of those within the diabetes community. She’s also written two self-help books ( “My Sweet Life: Successful Men with Diabetes” and “My Sweet Life: Successful Women with Diabetes”) and many articles, and does speaking engagements.
Constance Brown-Riggs discusses her personal fitness journey as well as her new book, “Diabetes Guide to Enjoying Foods of the World”.
Constance Brown- Riggs is an award winning Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and the co-author of the new book, “Diabetes Guide to Enjoying Foods of the World”. This guide provides information on native foods and flavors, strategies for healthy eating, recommended healthful pleasures, dishes for special occasions (or smaller portions), and carbohydrate counts for popular dishes for 11 popular ethnic cuisines. Help your clients learn to quickly identify the best choices for their meal plan, whether preparing ethnic foods at home, eating in restaurants, or traveling abroad.
Karline Ricketts believes“Beauty starts from the inside.” In 1997, Karline opened her first salon in West Palm Beach, FL, to provide an upscale client environment for a growing ethnic consumer market. This former NYC accounting professional, who spent many evening hours working for the legendary Studio 54, retrained and retooled under the tutelage of Paul Mitchell Systems.
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November’s Diabetes Late Nite guests include Dr. Beverly S. Adler PhD, CDE and Constance Brown Riggs MSEd, RD, CDE, CDN along with Poet Lorraine Brooks, the Charlie’s Angels of Outreach featuring Patricia Addie Gentle RN, CDE, Karline Ricketts and Mama Rose Marie.
Diabetes Late Nite is a fast-paced, full-filled hour of diabetes education and wellness advice that encourages listeners to “laugh a little, learn a lot.”
CLICK HERE to Listen to November’s Diabetes Late Nite podcast on Tuesday, November 14, 2017, 6 -7:30 PM, EST.
