diabetic living JULY/AUGUST 2017 915 WAYS TO
be your own
best friend
(^1)
Be patient
When you feel deflated
because you’re not making
changes fast enough, look at
the bigger picture. Is your goal
realistic? If not, break it into
smaller, achievable chunks.
(^2)
Forgive hiccups
Life can throw you a curve ball
and stumbles are normal. If
you feel like you’ve let yourself
down, simply get back on
course the very next day.
(^3)
Face your feelings
If your mood is not great all
the time, this is normal, and
most often these feelings will
pass. If they don’t, talk issues
through with a friend
or seek counselling.
(^4)
Get the giggles
Laughter triggers feel-good
hormones so opt to see the
funny side of things. Try
watching a comedy or a movie
that guarantees a belly laugh.
(^5)
Reward yourself
When you’ve achieved a goal,
treat yourself with a pleasurable
experience, such as a massage
or manicure. This helps keep
you motivated. ■
Cultivating kindness can help
you manage your life
WHEN YOU’RE
feeling down, phone
a friend who has
diabetes. They’ll
understand you can
struggle with your
self care. Don’t know
anyone? Turn to
page 114 and learn
about peer support.
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people are likely to experience
depression. Diabetes increases
your risk, so if you’re feeling
overwhelmed, see your GP