Does anyone have any tips for helping reduced the panic/fear of what is to come in the future? I am 29 years old and have been been diabetic for almost 27 years - starting to feel the real pressure of a time limit at a reasonably young age - I have 2 young girls and worry about how much of their lives I will see
But my panics are really interfering with my life now and just want to be able to get on with life in a happier state of mind!
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I am 53 and have had Type 1 since I was 5. I also have a son, and I had those feelings when he was young. Would I survive long enough to see him independent? Would I be able to help him as a young adult? Well, he's 30 now. And I'm still well, healthier than most 53-year-olds, I am happy to say.
I also went through the years when there were no blood sugar meters, no pens, no pumps, etc.
What did I do? I went for a generally healthy lifestyle. No smoking, very little booze, loads of vegetables and fruit - I cooked every day. And we spent all our weekends and free time doing active things. We cycled every where (no car). We played tennis, we swam, we walked in the park almost every day.....etc.
And that's still my way. Any time I start worrying about my longevity, I take it as a spur to do something healthgiving.
Which also improves mood and mental health.