Reclaim Your Rise
with Lauren Bongiorno

In this episode of Reclaim Your Rise , I’m joined by Risely’s Director of Coaching and fellow T1D parent, Abby Cooper, for a conversation we’ve both been looking forward to. We’re unpacking fresh insights from two major events: the NYU Coaching and Technology Summit and the American Diabetes Association Conference. Like so many of you, I’ve been deep in learning mode with AI this year–asking questions, listening, and exploring how it can help us support people with type 1 diabetes even more intentionally. Abby and I share what we believe is coming next, from smarter insulin tech and personalized insights to more empowered food and dosing decisions. While we’re just at the beginning of this AI evolution, we hope that this episode gives you clarity, curiosity, and a sense of what’s possible moving forward. Quick Takeaways: The integration of AI and diabetes care: How to prepare for what’s coming  Exploring the limitations and understanding what to be aware of  Three areas that we see potentially being impacted the most for diabetes care  Smarter adaptive insulin systems: The pros + cons  Navigating trust issues with tech: AI hallucinations 📲Stay connected: Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop. 📩Send us a DM: Share your takeaways, questions about the episode and/or ideas for our next recording via direct message on IG to either account linked above. 💻 Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve. 📚Learn more about today’s topic: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11193174/?utm_source=chatgpt.com   https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2023/11/21/what-the-data-says-about-americans-views-of-artificial-intelligence/?utm_source=chatgpt.com https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/software-medical-device-samd/artificial-intelligence-software-medical-device#:~:text=On%20January%206%2C%202025%2C%20the,Content%20current%20as%20of

In today’s episode, I’m joined by our incredible lead coach, Jehan, who has guided hundreds of women through deep transformation in our signature group coaching program. Together, we unpack the most common patterns we see in women with type 1 diabetes, from fear of lows and all-or-nothing food habits to feeling overwhelmed by the daily unpredictability of blood sugars. Jehan shares her personal story and some of the exact tools we use in DCB, like the “5 Whys” and belief-replacement work, to help women move from stuck to empowered. We talk about what’s really at the root of these challenges, and how real change doesn’t come from just adjusting insulin… it comes from shifting your mindset and rebuilding trust in yourself. If you’ve ever thought you’re the only one going through this, this episode is your reminder that you’re not alone and that transformation is possible. Quick Takeaways: The importance of asking for help  Reframing negative thoughts and limiting beliefs + building confidence in your T1D management  The power of coaching, community, and getting the support you deserve Timestamps: [01:49] Coach Jehan is back: “That’s 456 lives that you have impacted and touched” [02:19] “It can be really hard asking for help and getting help” [03:38] Jehan’s personal coaching journey & her #1 transformation [08:17] Understanding diabetes distress  [12:44] Root block #1: Your numbers  [16:55] “It’s possible. You just haven't figured out how to do it for your body yet.” [20:53] “You need somebody else to help you create a system for it.” [22:51] Root block #2: The weekend reset cycle  [24:00] Breaking the all-or-nothing mindset  [29:17] Root block #3: Feeling stuck  [35:37] The power of community and coaching What to do now: Join the PEP (Parents Empowering Parents) Squad , a Facebook group created by the Diabetes Research Institute. This is a place where caregivers of kids with T1D can share stories, ask questions, and learn more about how to get involved with research, advocacy, and fundraising through DRI.  Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop. Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve.

Today’s episode is going to be a bit of a deep dive into something that comes up so often in coaching conversations, in my DMs, and honestly in my own personal T1D journey—and that is: all the sneaky little things that might be sabotaging your Time in Range…without you even realizing it. If you’ve been working really hard on your diabetes management but your CGM is still looking like a rollercoaster…or you just feel stuck and frustrated…this one’s for you. So grab your coffee, your CGM graph, your notebook, whatever you need, and let’s rise. Quick Takeaways: Understanding insulin: Dosing beyond carbs, adjusting ratios, and the importance of timing  How to take ownership of your T1D and get off the BG roller coaster  The unexpected and most influential factors sabotaging your TIR: Mindset, sleep + recognizing your patters Timestamps: [02:02] Understanding insulin dosing beyond carbs  [05:06] Importance of adjusting your rates + ratios   [07:05] Micro decisions and their ripple effects [12:50] “All roads lead back to mindset” [13:13] Taking ownership of your T1D management  [15:13] Insulin timing (a game changer)  [18:33] Addressing insulin resistance  [20:46] How sleep impacts blood sugar stability  [21:36] Recognizing your patterns What to do now: Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop. Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve.

In this week’s episode, Lauren is joined by Debbie Lehr, a recent graduate of the DCB coaching program and a type 1 diabetic of 30 years. Though Debbie had always felt in control of her diabetes, a cross-country move and the onset of menopause left her feeling stuck, isolated, and overwhelmed- resulting in her highest A1C ever. After hearing about Risely through her daughter’s best friend, Debbie took a leap and joined the program, seeking both support and a fresh start. What followed was a powerful transformation: within three months, Debbie lowered her A1C, stabilized her blood sugars, and found renewed confidence in her management. In this candid conversation, she shares how community, structure, and learning her own patterns helped her go from frustrated to empowered. This episode is a reminder that even after decades with T1D, it’s never too late to ask for help and that real change begins with connection. Quick Takeaways: Knowing when it’s time to ask for more help (and it’s never too late)  Overcoming fear and gaining confidence with your diabetes  The powerful role mindset AND community plays in T1D management Timestamps: [04:03] The moment Debbie felt like she truly reclaimed her life with T1D  [09:21] “I really felt defeated before I went to Risley” [13:17] Debbie’s biggest wake up call: “I've learned my body and I thought I knew it before but I didn't.” [14:42] T1D + relationship to food  [18:26] Navigating overwhelm and taking control  [18:57] Finding AND understanding your patterns  [21:39] The power of not having to struggle alone  [24:58] Debbie’s A1C journey & past endo experiences  [31:00] Overcoming fear with T1D management (giving ‘too much’ insulin / going low)  [37:21] The importance of mindset and how to reframe it  [37:47] What Debbie credits for her transformation [38:56] Dissecting the process of coaching  [40:07] ‘80% mental and then 20% of doing all the steps’ What to do now: Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop. Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve.  Hear Debbie’s story on IG: HERE!