Mental Mind Set, Staying in Range and Enjoying Food

This week, the lads discuss the importance of mental health and share their personal wins and struggles. Mike opens up about his journey to improve his mindset and how a simple quote has transformed his daily routine. Meanwhile, Jack celebrates three consecutive nights of stable glucose levels, despite indulging in some cheat meals. They also dive into the challenges of resisting tempting foods at work and the significance of sleep in diabetes management.

  • 00:00 – Sometimes you have to make believe to enjoy life
  • 03:55 – So, mister non grumpy pants, what is your win this week
  • 06:19 – What’s your struggle this week, Jack?
  • 09:54 – Sleep is so, uh, important. You want to be sleeping at least 7 hours a night
  • 16:52 – I don’t fatigue at all until lunchtime, unless I’m working hard
  • 18:31 – Jack says he ate everything late and stayed in range over the weekend
  • 21:59 – All we need to do if we fancy takeaways is have a small dinner
  • 25:36 – I read the back of the packet, Jack
  • 29:01 – Apple and peanut butter before bed if I’m lowish
  • 29:16 – Listener Wins
  • 29:29 – Melissa Linstead got her takeaway count to nine this week
  • 32:18 – Cycling 652 miles from home to euros for JDRF
  • 37:11 – Amber’s suprise win
  • 39:11 – Outro

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