Fight burnout: tips from real people with diabetes

“Own it! This is my life now. I accept it and move along with this as my new reality. I choose life and as much health as I can get.” – Cindy Lou, type 2

“Focus on your actions, not numbers. We can only control our actions.” – Jess Weber, type 1

“Don’t dwell on what has already happened. Just keep pushing forward.” – Dena Holmes, type 1

“Technology helps take the stress out of managing my diabetes. I use [an] iPhone app to help manage my medication schedule, and the OneTouch Verio Flex Bluetooth meters to see blood [glucose] trends and track my carbs, insulin and exercise.” – Gary Gengler, type 2

“Celebrate the small wins and victories! Reduced [HbA1c] blood test results, a good blood [glucose] day, or a good carb-count day.” – Karen Reilly, type 1