My Diabetes Inklings

One Kind Act

Nothing in the world works in isolation. I have always believed in being connected with everything. From a young age, I was acutely aware of how small we, as individuals, are amongst the planet we live in. Nevertheless, we should not underestimate the power of one and that every action has a ripple effect. We… Continue reading One Kind Act

My Diabetes Inklings

Dia-what-sary?

The 9th of February 2014 will mark five years of living with diabetes for me. I love the endearing term the Diabetes Online Community have for it - my Diaversary. It's not something you would say 'Happy Diaversary' for. It's not really a celebration. I mean, who celebrates living with a chronic medical condition for… Continue reading Dia-what-sary?

My Diabetes Inklings

Overwhelmingly Grateful

I had an epiphany the other day after feeling emotionally drained for the past week. Motivation levels were dipping while my to-do list continued to grow. But as I sat on the bathroom benches at the gym, I said to myself (in my head) 'I just did a 7km interval running session. Wow...'. Then it… Continue reading Overwhelmingly Grateful