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Show up and do diabetes

Posted on April 18, 2016 by janekdickinson

Or check BG. Or exercise. I’m sure you’ve heard of writer’s block. Kids in school, authors, bloggers – everyone experiences it at some point. Same with diabetes block. This stuff gets old and we sometimes hit a wall. But showing … Continue reading →

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The Whats and Whys of Diabetes Management

Posted on February 6, 2013 by janekdickinson

Here’s some food for thought: Rather than asking what (do I have to do), consider asking why (do I want to do it). Rather than saying I have to, consider saying I get to. By figuring out what motivates you … Continue reading →

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New Year Energy

Posted on January 7, 2013 by janekdickinson

My New Year’s resolution is to get up earlier in the morning. I figure if I get up earlier, I’ll get more done. Today was the first day I actually did it. And that’s ok. It’s still January; it’s still … Continue reading →

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Proper Feeding and Watering of Diabetes

Posted on May 21, 2012 by janekdickinson

When was the last time you watered your diabetes? We desperately need rain where I live (see former post on desperately needing snow earlier this year). We haven’t officially turned on the sprinkler system (mostly out of guilt that there’s not enough water available), … Continue reading →

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Diabetes Promise

Posted on March 21, 2012 by janekdickinson

It’s encouraging to find other people writing about positive attitudes. The other day I read a blog post entitled, What is your Promise? The writer mentions Chad Hymas, who I have had the pleasure of hearing speak and meeting – … Continue reading →

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Motivation to Lose Weight

Posted on January 4, 2012 by janekdickinson

News flash: you need motivation to lose weight. But seriously, we do. Here’s an article that gives some helpful tips and emphasizes the importance of not beating yourself up when you have a setback. I think that’s very important. Just … Continue reading →

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