Experiencing Diabetes Burnout? Creating Coping Strategies with Laura Pavlakovich

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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