A year ago, I found myself trying to think of a way to support patients living with Diabetes by providing them with options that simplified education. Patients were coming in disappointed with traditional medicine and education. They shared that they were being seen less frequently, they had less time with their medical provider, and their visits felt mechanical. Additionally, those living with Type 1 Diabetes were getting seen once a year and for some less than once a year. One positive piece of feedback was that they were generally happy with their medical providers and educators.

As a staunch supporter of patient centered care and education, lifestyle balance, wellness and wellbeing I decided to take a leap of faith. I had no idea how I was going to do this or where this new path would take me. I only knew that I wanted to provide education that was holistic, inclusive, flexible, engaging, and empowering. Nothing is more rewarding than helping others achieve their health goals and live their best life ever.

At first trying to decide on a name was daunting. It seemed like finding a name that I felt would speak to my audience, people living with prediabetes, diabetes and more had eluded me. Finally, after 30 days of brainstorming on my own and with others, I took a step back, a deep breath, and relaxed my mind. It’s amazing what we can accomplish when we let go, welcome awareness, stay in the present, and believe that what you want is possible. Suddenly everything fell into place and WellBetic was born, bringing diabetes, wellness, and wellbeing together in one word.