Type 1 John - Winging it every day with Type 1 Diabetes

It’s Type 1 Diabetes - Real Life - but with Real Laughs too. TODAY on Type 1 John: I took double the dose - and the fall out lasted 36 hours! Rob’s “Low Behaviour” story - whilst he should have been looking after his wife who was busy giving birth at the time!   A huge reaction to listener Lee’s revelations last week of how he felt they used scare tactics on him at the age of 14 to motivate him and how 30 years on, he still feels anxiety from that.   And we’re talking about Type 1 burnout from a parent’s point of view — never really being off duty, the relentless decisions around food, insulin and overnight numbers, the guilt when things go wrong, fighting to get other people to understand your child’s needs, and the hardest bit of all: watching your child struggle with something you can’t simply fix. And if you’re new around here... This podcast is me figuring out type 1 diabetes - after winging it for 10 years.     Getting a grip, before it gets a grip on me. And trying to keep myself accountable - saying it out loud, so I can’t ignore it anymore.  It’s not perfect diabetes. But it’s honest diabetes! And hopefully, along the way, making a few friends who are in the same place. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. And maybe we can remind each other that we’re not nearly as alone as we sometimes think.   Type 1 John ________________________________________________________________   The podcast is twice weekly, Tuesdays and Thursdays. You can hear where this all started, with the original 30-day reset diary, here:https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Contact: www.type1john.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Type1John/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stories/type.1.john/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@type.1.john

It’s Type 1 Diabetes - Real Life - but with Real Laughs too. Today on Type 1 John: 70% of people with Type 1 go it alone. You might have people around you, but most of the time, it’s just you and your Type 1 inside your head. I know that feeling. I spent years avoiding other people with Type 1 because, honestly, I thought I’d rather not know. If that’s you, I’m here. I’ve got your back. I’m here Tuesdays and Thursdays, learning from other people’s experiences and trying to figure out this Type 1 thing myself. Today, I’m talking to Lee, who’s lived with Type 1 for 30 years. He’s got three times my experience - and some stories to tell.  Including the scare tactics they used on him when he was a kid!   And if you’re new around here... This podcast is me figuring out type 1 diabetes - I’ve been it for 10 years and now I’m trying to get a grip on it before it gets a grip on me. Honest conversations about Type 1, the good days, the disasters, the things I’m still figuring out and the stuff nobody really prepares you for. It’s not perfect diabetes. It’s honest diabetes. And If you sometimes think you are winging it too, come and wing it with me! Because the more we talk about this stuff, the more we realise we’re probably not as alone as we thought. Type 1 John ________________________________________________________________   The Type 1 John podcast is every Tuesday and Thursday You can hear where this all started, with the original “30-day Reset Diary”, here:https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Contact: www.type1john.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Type1John/. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stories/type.1.john/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@type.1.john

It’s Type 1 Diabetes - Real Life - but with Real Laughs too. Today on Type 1 John: The Type 1 Elders are about to enter the chat! Aiden’s “Low Behaviour’ story involves the police and his car.  What to eat for breakfast when you’re away from home. Reaction to Chris’s revelations last week of how he felt abandoned by his diabetes team, when he turned 18. A couple of brilliant little diabetes hacks for you too. And why I’m only scoring myself at 67/100 on the happiness index! And if you’re new around here... This podcast is me figuring out type 1 diabetes - I’ve been it for 10 years and now I’m trying to get a grip on it before it gets a grip on me. Honest conversations about Type 1, the good days, the disasters, the things I’m still figuring out and the stuff nobody really prepares you for. It’s not perfect diabetes. It’s honest diabetes. And If you sometimes think you are winging it too, come and wing it with me! Because the more we talk about this stuff, the more we realise we’re probably not as alone as we thought. Type 1 John ________________________________________________________________ The Type 1 John podcast is every Tuesday and Thursday You can hear where this all started, with the original “30-day Reset Diary”, here:https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Contact: www.type1john.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Type1John/. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stories/type.1.john/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@type.1.john

Today on Type 1 John Are your kids going to get your Type 1 Diabetes? Listener Chris tells us what it was like when his life was turned upside down at 14 with a sudden diagnosis of type 1.   At times he felt let down by the NHS. And he talks about winging his type 1 for years. It’s a story of the reality of Type 1 when you’re a teenager, rejection of the situation and now getting a grip.  Chris is a true inspiration. You can find Chris on Instagram: @ChrisBailey1994    And if you’re new around here... This podcast is me figuring out type 1 diabetes - I’ve been winging Type 1 diabetes for 10 years. Now I’m trying to get a grip on it before it gets a grip on me. Honest conversations about Type 1, the good days, the disasters, the things I’m still figuring out and the stuff nobody really prepares you for. It’s not perfect diabetes. It’s honest diabetes. If you’re winging it too, come and wing it with me! We might be a lot less alone than we think.   Type 1 John ________________________________________________________________   The podcast is twice weekly, Tuesdays and Thursdays. You can hear where this all started, with the original 30-day reset diary, here:https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Contact: www.type1john.com >>> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Type1John/. <<<<< Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stories/type.1.john/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@type.1.john ________________________________________________________________ The petition mentioned in today’s podcast: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/762993/signatures/new

Today on Type 1 John I woke up in the night convinced I’m having a hypo. I was wrong. Your reaction to our pump discussion has been huge, with some of you desperate to get one, others saying pumps absolutely aren’t for them, and some still waiting years for the chance.  I’m joined by a Type 1 who was diagnosed at 14, looking back at what it was like to suddenly have insulin, blood sugars and diabetes become part of growing up.   And if you’re new around here... This podcast is me figuring out type 1 diabetes - after winging it for 10 years.     Getting a grip, before it gets a grip on me. And trying to keep myself accountable - saying it out loud, so I can’t ignore it anymore.  It’s not perfect diabetes. But it’s honest diabetes! And hopefully, along the way, making a few friends who are in the same place. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. And maybe we can remind each other that we’re not nearly as alone as we sometimes think.   Type 1 John ________________________________________________________________   The podcast is twice weekly, Tuesdays and Thursdays. You can hear where this all started, with the original 30-day reset diary, here:https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Contact: www.type1john.com >>> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Type1John/. <<<<< Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stories/type.1.john/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@type.1.john   ________________________________________________________________   The petition mentioned in today’s podcast: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/762993/signatures/new “The UK is too reliant on insulin production from other countries. People with diabetes must be able to rest assured that the supply cannot be disrupted by global uncertainties. The UK must increase its own manufacture of insulin. Every time global affairs such as the wars in Ukraine, the Middle East etc are in the news, families with relatives with Type 1 Diabetes live with anxiety around the production chain for insulin being disrupted. Although we get most of our insulin from Europe , since Brexit we can’t rely on being the first priority should there be a shortage in supplies. It is vital we produce our own supplies of this life saving substance.”

Welcome to the Type 1 John podcast! Listener to the podcast Hannah has decided that I need a pump.  Now, if you know absolutely nothing about insulin pumps, press play now because I’m going to ask the questions you probably would.  What actually is the point of having one? What does it feel like? Does it make life easier? Is it just more technology to worry about? And if you’ve been doing injections for years, why on earth would you suddenly want to change?   Because I’ve been doing Type 1 for 10 years and I’ve never had one.  Insulin pens, Dexcom, crack on. That’s been my system.  But the more I hear about what pumps can actually do now, the more I’m wondering whether I’m looking at the future of Type 1 diabetes without even realising it. Hannah is here:  https://www.instagram.com/type_1andme/ And if you’re new around here... This podcast is me figuring out type 1 diabetes - after winging it for 10 years!   Getting a grip, before it gets a grip on me. It’s not perfect diabetes. But it’s honest diabetes! And hopefully, along the way, making a few friends who are in the same place. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. And maybe we can remind each other that we’re not nearly as alone as we sometimes think.   Type 1 John The podcast is now twice weekly, Tuesdays and Thursdays You can hear where this all started, with the original 30-day reset podcast daily diary here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Contact: www.type1john.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Type1John/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stories/type.1.john/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@type.1.john

Today on Type 1 John The weekend in Berlin has left a hole in my arm!  Is it time to pump it up? What’s the deal with diabetic insulin pumps? One listener is trying to encourage me to get one.  Gavin has a ‘Low Behaviour’ incident in the park - with someone else’s dog. We have a CGM bluetooth hack. And something has dawned on me, that happened a couple of years before being diagnosed - could it be linked? And if you’re new around here... This podcast is me figuring out type 1 diabetes - after winging it for 10 years!   Getting a grip, before it gets a grip on me. And trying to keep myself accountable - saying it out loud, so I can’t ignore it anymore.  It’s not perfect diabetes. But it’s honest diabetes! And hopefully, along the way, making a few friends who are in the same place. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. And maybe we can remind each other that we’re not nearly as alone as we sometimes think.   Type 1 John   The podcast is now twice weekly, Tuesdays and Thursdays. You can hear where this all started, with the original 30-day reset diary, here:https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Contact: www.type1john.com

I really want to know how I got here.   I really want to understand why I was diagnosed as type one 8 years ago. Was there a single moment I can put it down to? I've had all these questions in my head for years and never sought out any answers.  But if this podcast stands for anything - it’s got to find some reasons. And some understanding.  And a community.  So, when were you diagnosed?  At what age?  What do you know? TODAY: John Leeds - a consultant at the Freeman Hospital in Newcastle, reached out to me. It turns out, he too was diagnosed in mid life and his story is quite similar to mine.   He joins me on the podcast to lift the lid on what he knows! https://www.facebook.com/johnsleeds.     @NEndoscopy on X. And if you’re new around here... This podcast is me figuring out type 1 diabetes after winging it for 10 years! Getting a grip, before it gets a grip on me. And trying to keep myself accountable - saying it out loud, so I can’t ignore it anymore.  It’s not perfect diabetes. But it’s honest diabetes! And hopefully, along the way, I’ll make a few friends who are in the same place. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. And maybe we can remind each other that we’re not nearly as alone as we sometimes think.   Type 1 John   The podcast is now twice weekly, Tuesdays and Thursdays. You can hear where this all started, with the original 30-day reset diary, here:https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Contact: www.type1john.com

TODAY: How did we get into this mess in the first place?  Why has my body done this to me?  Was it something I did?   And, what the hell is LADA?   PLUS: Your reaction to Mum Lisa and little Joey and their story of his diagnosis last week. And an embarrassing situation in the cinema - It’s another ‘Low Behaviour’ confession.   And if you’re new around here... This podcast is me figuring out type 1 diabetes after winging it for 10 years! Getting a grip, before it gets a grip on me. And trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud, so I can’t ignore it anymore. The numbers, the food, the mistakes, the good days, the rubbish days and all the stuff in between. It’s not perfect diabetes. But it’s honest diabetes! And hopefully, along the way, I’ll make a few friends who are in the same place. - If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. And maybe we can remind each other that we’re not nearly as alone as we sometimes think.   Type 1 John   The podcast is now twice weekly, Tuesdays and Thursdays. You can hear where this all started, with the original 30-day reset diary, here:https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Contact: www.type1john.com

TODAY: What happens when your child suddenly has Type 1? There’s the diagnosis. The shock. The fear. The endless questions. And then, somehow… you have to get on with it. You have to learn carb counting, insulin, blood sugars, hypos, highs, school, nights, food, exercise and all the stuff nobody ever expected to become part of family life. Today I want to look at what happens after that first terrifying moment. How do you find your feet? How do you stop every blood sugar becoming a five-alarm emergency? And how do you learn to let your child live their life when a part of your brain is constantly watching the numbers? I’m joined by Mum Lisa, whose son Joey was diagnosed with Type 1 just last year. She talks honestly about that whirlwind first year, what they’ve learnt together, the people who helped them through it, and the things they wish they’d known at the beginning. And if you're new around here... The Type 1 John podcast is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud so I can't ignore it anymore and maybe stop winging it so much!   And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone as we sometimes think. John The podcast is twice weekly now - Tuesdays and Thursdays. You can hear the start of this full reset - a 30 day diary podcast - here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Contact: www.type1john.com

I’ve spent a month banging on about my own diabetes - everyday! So let’s hear from someone else for a change! Last week it was about partners. This week it’s all about the parents. How does it really feel to have a kid with type 1? I can’t even imagine the burden, frustration and the fears. So today we salute the mums and dads. I also take in the reaction to hearing my wife on the podcast last week, and some of the things it uncovered. And there’s more ‘Low Behaviour’ stories! And if you're new around here... This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John The podcast is twice weekly now - Tuesdays and Thursdays. You can hear the start of this full reset - a 30 day diary podcast - here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Contact: www.type1john.com

Type 1 John - Type 1 THURSDAY - John's wife faces your questions Season Two of the Type 1 John podcast starts by celebrating the people in our lives who have our backs.  And this week - our partners. John's wife - Del answers talks about what it's like to be the partner of a type 1. The worries, the concerns, the funny situations and the future...  It's a frank and open conversation confronting things we all don't talk about enough. And if you're new around here... This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John The podcast is twice weekly now - Tuesdays and Thursdays. You can hear the start of this full reset - a 30 day diary podcast - here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

Hi! I'm John and I’ve spent 30 days and 30 podcasts wanging on about MY type 1 diabetes. My life, my experiences and the effects of the condition on my life.  ME ME ME.  My favourite subject. Me.    But as we know - the condition has an impact on those around us too. So I’m turning the tables.  Let’s start Season Two of the Type 1 John podcast by celebrating the people in our lives who have our backs.  And this week - our partners. And if you're new around here... This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John The podcast is twice weekly now - Tuesdays and Thursdays. You can hear the start of this full reset - a 30 day diary podcast - here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

Type 1 John - Day 30 - WAS IT WORTH IT? A month's challenge to get a grip on my type 1 diabetes before it gets a grip on me. Has a deep dive into the condition actually worked?  TODAY: What are the top 5 things I've learnt - and the things you could learn to?   Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

Type 1 John - Day 29 - I can't get it down!  I am hyper and battling it down - but there is a good reason for it.  And more "Low Behaviour"! Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

Type 1 John - Day 28 - WIFE'S BRITHDAY RUINED Travel advice. Fastest way out of a hypo? And more "Low Behaviour"! Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

Type 1 John - Day 27 - MY WIFE WILL HATE THIS Fastest way out of a hypo? And more "Low Behaviour"! Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

Type 1 John - Day 26 - I'VE BROKEN MY BACK! And, can I blame my sister? And "Low Behaviour" begins! Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

Type 1 John - Day 25 - Yesterday's 'Low Behaviour' whilst in church.... I'm very sorry.   Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

Type 1 John - Day 24 - THE DRUGS HAUL. Do you want to see what I got from the Dr yesterday?  Also, the hypo on the train. And bullet holes! Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

Type 1 John - Day 23 - The weigh-in. Again! Lasting damage from hypos? And another drama at the swimming baths! Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

Type 1 John - Day 22 - Yesterday I had the scariest moment of my life!   Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

Type 1 John - Day 21 - Bad habits, coffee jitters and I take you to my secret place! Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

Type 1 John - Day 20 - You are giving me a headache and why I had to leave the theatre just as the show was beginning! Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

Type 1 John - Day 19 - The letter from the hospital. The feeling of shame.  The feeling of letting my wife down.   And I'm telling you first.    Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

Day 18 - When everything had to stop! The burn out that had me off work for 3 months.  Have you had it? Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

TODAY - Day 17 - In trouble with the Dr abroad - a cautionary tale for you if you're going travelling soon. AND - The one thing as a child, that was almost as exciting as Christmas and birthdays, that has now come back to bite me!   Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

Day 16 - The hypo - as it happens.. We should change the title of this podcast from Type 1 John to 'Hypo John'.  TODAY: Hear the hypo in the night.  AND my first proper 'panic hypo' - which ended with a Dad fail that I'll always regret. Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

Type 1 John - Day 15 - Has it all been worth it? TODAY: Have you ever gone hypo, and then immediately forgotten and carried on with what you were doing?  I did.    AND - Things they make more difficult - on purpose - to annoy us. Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

Day 14 - Faking acting normal in public! TODAY: Having to small talk with people whilst inside your head is doing somersaults. Covering up the hypo! AND: Can you hypo whilst being type 2?? Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

TODAY - DAY 13 - Injecting in my bum? The first fears of injecting yourself. AND alarms in the middle of the night getting into your dreams... Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

TODAY - DAY 12 -  Running out of insulin and your hundreds of miles from home.   Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

TODAY - DAY 11 - Is any of this working? It's time to do a proper reset. And Mum's worried about me. Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

TODAY - DAY 10 -  THE most embarrassing thing I’ve ever done, on my own, in the shed at the bottom of our garden! AND the early wake up call that I didn’t understand. Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

This is Day 9: The reason why I say I "wing it"!  And we play the 'Hypo Guessing Game' and un-box something VERY exciting! Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Website: www.type1john.com

This is Day 8: Getting Shorter?  And a difficult email that's making me do a difficult thing. Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 www.type1john.com

This is Day 7: Why I prefer being type 1 diabetic. We talk LADA and chicken fajitas! Hi, I'm John and I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Message here: type1john@icloud.com

Hi, I'm John. Type 1 John - Day 6 - Escaping Hospital! I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Message here: type1john@icloud.com

Hi, I'm John. Type 1 John - Day 5 - The Rush To Hospital! I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Message here: type1john@icloud.com

Hi, I'm John. This is Day 4 - The biggest challenge of my life! I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Message here: type1john@icloud.com

Hi, I'm John. This is Day 3 - Finally finding out I was diabetic. I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Message here: type1john@icloud.com

Hi, I'm John. This is Day 2. "How I got into the mess!" I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John You can hear the start of this challenge here: https://pod.fo/e/44d8f5 Message here: type1john@icloud.com

Hi, I'm John. This is Day 1. And it starts with a hypo in the middle of no where.  I've set myself one simple challenge: 30 days to finally get a grip... before diabetes gets a grip on me.  A short daily podcast, reflecting my 24 hours and my 10 years of stories. This is just me trying to keep myself accountable. Saying it out loud - so I can't ignore it anymore. And hopefully making a few friends along the way too. If you've ever looked around and thought everyone else seems to have diabetes completely sorted, come and have a look at my mess. It's not perfect diabetes. But it is honest diabetes. If any of this sounds like you, hit subscribe and come along for the ride. Maybe we can remind each other that we're not nearly as alone, as we sometimes think. John Message here: type1john@icloud.com

After 10 years of winging Type 1 diabetes, I’ve hit a crunch point. I’ve set myself a 30-day mission to finally get a grip—before it gets a grip on me. The story of a normal bloke trying to navigate through a complicated condition, that he’s been in denial about for years.

If you’re feeling burnt out by Type 1 diabetes, fed up with trying to be perfect, or simply feel like you’re making it up as you go along, you’re not alone. I’m John, and I’m Type 1 Diabetic. And I’ve been winging it for too long. Time to get a grip... For 30 days, I’m keeping an honest daily diary of life with Type 1 diabetes. Can it help? Listen to my little idea.....