Type 1 In Midlife: Perimenopause, Menopause & Type 1 Diabetes8 Jan 2024

Ep 35 - Uncover Hope: Breaking Free from Forever Lies, Shame, and Isolation with Erika Forsyth, LMFT

In this episode, we explore Erika Forsyth's 33-year journey with type 1 diabetes. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, she combines personal experience and professional insight to share valuable lessons on managing this chronic condition.

Discover Erika's extensive experience living with type 1 diabetes and her unique perspective as a therapist. Raised in Southern California, she also has a brother with T1D.

Erika recounts her unexpected diagnosis at age 12, experiencing symptoms during a volleyball tournament that led to passing out episodes and trips to a hospital.

Topics covered:

· Daily Life Impact: Erika reflects on childhood experiences, societal perceptions, and the influence of family and culture in managing diabetes. Her journey showcases resilience and hope found through support.

· Mental Load and Diabetes: Delve into the constant decision-making and anticipation in chronic illness management. Erika emphasizes consistency, a task-driven approach, and the vital role of community support.

· Living with Diabetes Openly: Discover the value of in-person connections and sharing experiences. Erika shares her personal struggles, including hiding insulin injections and the associated feelings of shame.

· Challenges and Emotional Well-being: Addressing the difficulty of sharing one's diabetes experience, Erika emphasizes the importance of validation and cultivating a supportive community. Insights into managing emotions after 33 years highlight the role of self-compassion.

· Identity and Long-Term Management: Explore the challenges of integrating diabetes into one's identity. Erika encourages choosing positive truths about oneself to navigate long-term management successfully.

Erika Forsyth Counseling / www.erikaforsyth.com

On IG @erika_forsyth_lmft

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