Overall, everyone who participated in this article found positives to focus on and didn't let their diagnosis get them down. It's difficult, when dealing with chronic illness, to find the good in the situation. Diabetes, especially, is a complex disease that needs a lot of "hands-on" management every single day. And yet, our readers prove that there can be good that can come from such a devastating diagnosis. Everybody finds their own positives to take from the situation. It is vital to find balance and peace, in spite of the challenges.
What Are the Positives?
Colette: "I am thrilled to have this site to talk about this disease. It's very hard for non-diabetics to understand the vigilance and constant need for a positive attitude."
CH: "The good part of diabetes: it led me to eat better and take better care of myself; I exercise more. Most info is out there, if you look; I realized sugar is addicting and makes you feel [worse] (though I still love it)."
Greg: "On the plus side, you couldn't ask for a better long term disease to contract. It taught me discipline, self reliance, an appreciation for top quality medical care, and the unrelenting need for help and support from those around me. My method of treatment has largely paid off. I am 56, look much younger than my years, and have no physical damage. If I can do this, anyone can."
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