Episode 343 - Doing Well with Diabetes: Jyotsana Rangeen
About this episode
Rob and Jyotsana Rangeen discuss living with type 1 diabetes, focusing on stigma, community support, and advocacy.
On episode 3 of Doing Well with Diabetes Season 2, Rob and Jyotsana Rangeen discuss the journey of living with type 1 diabetes, focusing on the challenges of stigma, the importance of community support, and the transformative power of advocacy. Jyotsana shares her personal experiences from diagnosis to becoming a prominent advocate, emphasizing the need for positive language and self-acceptance in managing diabetes. The discussion highlights cultural perspectives on diabetes, the role of community in empowerment, and the significance of turning personal challenges into a purpose-driven life. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Diabetes Journey 01:07 Facing Diagnosis and Stigma 04:59 The Power of Language in Diabetes 08:52 Finding Motivation and Confidence 12:06 Embracing Public Advocacy 16:59 Cultural Perspectives on Diabetes 21:28 Transformative Advocacy Journey 25:19 The Importance of Community and Support 28:20 Reflections on Growth and Purpose Resources: Jyotsana’s Instagram https://idf.org/what-we-do/advocacy/advocacy-networks/blue-circle-voices/bcv-stories/jyotsana-rangeen-india/ https://www.instagram.com/diabetes_india_youth_in_action/
People in this episode
Host: Rob
Guest: Jyotsana Rangeen
Topics covered
- living with type 1 diabetes
- stigma
- community support
- advocacy
- cultural perspectives
- self-acceptance
- personal growth
Keywords
- type 1 diabetes
- stigma
- community support
- advocacy
- self-acceptance
- cultural perspectives
- personal growth
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Diabetes India Youth in Action, International Diabetes Federation
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