I Feel Better Than I Did Five Years Ago
I took a month off from Midlife T1D. Not because anything went wrong — because life got loud
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It’s Not the Bad Days That Define You. It’s the Averages.
Quick answer: Living well with Type 1 diabetes in midlife isn’t about never having a bad number. It’s about what you do on average, over time. The mindset shift that changed things for me wasn’t a single hack. It was trading “what did I do wrong” for “what can I do,” and staying curious long…
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When the Healthier Version Became My Favorite Version
The author shares a personal journey of transforming French toast cravings into healthier choices, utilizing whole grains and fresh fruit. Living with Type 1 diabetes has heightened awareness of how food affects the body, leading to a newfound appreciation for nutritious meals. The healthier version now feels satisfying and essential for overall well-being.
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Midlife Type 1 Diabetes: Why Not Me After 50
Living with type 1 diabetes in midlife brings a perspective you simply can’t see when you’re younger. As I turned 50, I began to understand how even the hardest seasons shaped my purpose in ways I never expected. There’s something about a long drive that quiets the noise.As I was driving home from a few…
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Living with Type 1 Diabetes: Finding Faith, Grace, and Strength on Hard Days
Today, I’m feeling especially grateful. My faith has become such an anchor in my life, especially living with Type 1 diabetes and navigating the emotional side of managing a chronic condition. Grateful for Easter.Grateful for the reminder of sacrifice, grace, and unconditional love. My faith has become such an anchor in my life, especially living…
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When “Good Control” Becomes Too Tight: Rethinking Type 1 Diabetes Management in Midlife
For years, I believed tighter blood sugar control was always better. After 17 years living with Type 1 diabetes, I believed keeping my blood sugar tightly controlled was the best way to protect my long-term health and avoid complications. My endocrinologists over the years warned me about keeping control too tight, but for some reason I…
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When Life Moves Fast (And You Don’t Lose Yourself) | Midlife T1D & Hormone Health
I haven’t posted since the first week of January, and for good reason.The last couple of months have been an absolute whirlwind.Over the holidays, I realized something important: I was tired. Not just “I need a nap” tired. But deep, hormonal, midlife fatigue that was trying to get my attention. So instead of pushing through…
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2025 Reflection: When Pushing Harder Stopped Working
I Took On Way Too Much All at Once and My Body Let Me Know One of the biggest realizations I had in 2025 was this:I tried to fix everything at the same time.And the irony is that I’m the first person to tell others not to do that.Yet here I was, doing the exact opposite.Duh.When I…
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How I’m Building a Meaningful Business in Midlife (Without Burning Out)
This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. I only share resources I genuinely use and believe in. For a long time, I did what I was supposed to do.I worked hard. I built a solid career. I showed up, met expectations, and…
