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Episode 20: Holiday Food Anxiety Plan: Boundaries, Joy, and Blood Sugar

Episode 20: Holiday Food Anxiety Plan: Boundaries, Joy, and Blood Sugar

Update: 2025-11-26
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The holidays are supposed to feel warm and joyful, but for many of us living with type 2 diabetes, they also bring stress, pressure, old patterns, and a whole lot of internal “what ifs.”

Food. Family comments. Blood sugar. Expectations. Anxiety.
It all shows up at the same time.

In today’s episode, I walk you through a real and human approach to getting through the holiday season with confidence, peace, and joy. Not perfection. Not rigid rules. Just a plan that actually fits real life.

This is the episode you will want to listen to before the Thanksgiving table, the holiday parties, the traveling, and the family gatherings.

Here is what we talk about:

  • Why holiday food anxiety hits so hard
  • How to choose the energy you want for the day before food even becomes a factor
  • The internal conversations that make things harder and how to shift them
  • What to do when other people make your plate their business
  • How to build a meal intentionally without falling into diet culture language
  • What to do when your blood sugar spikes, because it will happen and it is okay
  • How to keep food from becoming the main character of the entire day
  • How intention, reality, and grace work together to carry you through the season

If you are heading into the holidays with a mix of excitement and dread, this episode will help you breathe deeper, protect your peace, and actually enjoy the day on your own terms.

Listen before you step into tomorrow. You deserve a holiday that feels good to your mind, your body, and your heart.

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Medical disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or heard in this podcast. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.


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Episode 20: Holiday Food Anxiety Plan: Boundaries, Joy, and Blood Sugar

Episode 20: Holiday Food Anxiety Plan: Boundaries, Joy, and Blood Sugar

Mary