The Words Around Diabetes

The Words Around Diabetes

Marketing researchers have spent much time discovering ways to sell goods, such as food, clothing, sevices, and electronics.  One tactic is to draw in consumers through words.  Brian Wansink, professor of consumer behavior at Cornell University, found that consumers...
The Words Around Diabetes

Let’s Talk About Your Body

This article is going to address how self-defeating thinking perpetuates negative feelings around poor body image. The impact that these thoughts and feelings have on a person’s self-esteem can be paramount to the destruction of one’s confidence and happiness....
The Words Around Diabetes

The Truth About Body Image and Type 2 Diabetes

Think about it. Have you considered if your body image impacts your diabetes? Have you thought about your body image? Every person has a vision regarding what they believe their body looks like, their attitude about it and views on what they like and do not like about...
The Words Around Diabetes

Mental illness 101

We’ve all got it. Some deny it; others broadcast it. Some inflict self shame when acknowledging it; others limit themselves because of it.Yet those who embrace it can then get to a place where healthy coping and effective treatment may occur. What am I referring to?...