Staying motivated 24 hours a day, seven days a week can tire anyone out. Of course, the more you stick to your plan of care, the healthier and more energetic you will feel. If you find you're in a slump, you might want to check to see if your emotions are getting in the way of good self-care. Three common culprits are denial, depression, and anger. You can learn to spot when these feelings are disrupting your self-care.
Most people go through denial when they are first diagnosed with diabetes.
I don't believe it. That first reaction is not the real problem. In fact, it's so common that some doctors think it's part of the process of accepting the diagnosis. The trouble comes when you keep on denying your diabetes. Long-term denial stops you from learning what you need to know to keep yourself healthy.