Hello Group, looking for some inspiration and motivation. What do you do, how do you get yourself out of a slump of depression, winter blues, no motivation and yep the blood sugar is up. Is there some happy juice out there? Might need a kick in the seat here.

A lot of people living with diabetes or prediabetes have been quietly taught something damaging: That their health is mostly out of their control. That genes, age, or a diagnosis get the final say. That’s not how biology actually works. Your body responds to what you do every single day. Food. Movement. Sleep. Stress. Consistency. Those inputs shape your blood sugar, your energy, and your long-term health far more than most people realize. This isn’t about blame. It's about agency. You don’t need a perfect plan. You don’t need extreme rules. You don’t need to do everything at once. You need to decide that your health is worth your effort—and then follow through, one choice at a time. Progress doesn’t come from motivation. It comes from commitment. If you’re here, you’re already taking a step. Now the question is simple: 👉 What’s one small thing you can do today that moves your health in the right direction? Drop it in the comments. Let’s start there.

So… what’s your plan? Let’s be clear: Stress is not just mental. It’s biological. It directly impacts cortisol levels, which can spike blood sugar—even when you’re eating “perfectly.” This is why during the holidays, I coach clients to: ✅ Time-limit stressful events – You don’t need to stay for 5 hours. Set a boundary and keep it. ✅ Pre-schedule decompression time – Walks, breathwork, a quiet coffee alone in the morning. It matters. ✅ Move your body – Even 10 minutes of movement can shift blood sugar and stress hormones. ✅ Breathe before you walk in – Slow, deep breathing calms the nervous system. It’s not fluff—it’s functional. ✅ Say no when you need to – Your blood sugar doesn’t care if Aunt Karen’s feelings are hurt. This time of year isn’t easy for everyone. But remember: 👉 If stress is a driver of your elevated blood sugar… managing stress IS managing your diabetes. Put yourself first. Not because it’s selfish—but because it’s necessary. Your body is listening. And blood sugar doesn’t care if it’s the holidays.

Did you know just a 10-minute walk after meals can lower blood sugar by 20–30 points? 🚶‍♀️ What’s your favorite way to sneak in movement during the day?

What is the best advice you have received that has made a difference in your blood sugar numbers? For me, the notion of "if you're not testing, you're guessing" rules how I approach diabetes. If you don't know, you're guessing What has helped you?