Frequently Asked Questions

  • DiabetesSangha is a nonprofit mindfulness and meditation community supporting people living with Type 1 diabetes (T1D). We offer free online meditation sessions, educational programs, and retreats designed to reduce stress, support emotional well-being, and foster community for those living with diabetes.

  • Yes. Our meditations are intentionally designed for people living with Type 1 diabetes, while caregivers, loved ones, and healthcare professionals are also welcome. Practices acknowledge the emotional and physical realities of diabetes, including glucose fluctuations, burnout, anxiety, and self-compassion.

  • Meditation can help people living with Type 1 diabetes manage stress, build emotional resilience, and relate more skillfully to the ongoing demands of diabetes care. Mindfulness practices may support nervous system regulation, reduce overwhelm, and increase self-awareness. Meditation complements—but does not replace—medical diabetes treatment.

  • No experience is required. Our guided online meditations for Type 1 diabetes are beginner-friendly and accessible to all levels. Clear guidance is offered, and you are always invited to participate at your own pace.

  • Most DiabetesSangha online meditation sessions follow a gentle, consistent format:

    • First 5 minutes: Arrival and connection time, allowing participants to settle in

    • 20–25 minutes: Guided or silent, teacher-led meditation

    • Up to 15 minutes: Optional community sharing and reflection

    You are welcome to attend just the meditation portion or stay for the community conversation.

  • You can join our free live meditations on Zoom by visiting our Events or Live Meditations page. We offer sessions on weekdays and select weekends, with most sessions lasting approximately 45 minutes total.

  • Blood sugar changes during meditation are expected and welcome. Participants are encouraged to care for their bodies—checking glucose, eating, drinking, or moving as needed. Our mindfulness practices support real-life Type 1 diabetes management, not an idealized version of it.

  • Recorded meditations are available on the DiabetesSangha YouTube channel, where you’ll find guided meditations, silent sits, and mindfulness resources created specifically for people living with Type 1 diabetes.

  • Yes. Our regular online meditation sessions are offered free of charge. DiabetesSangha is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Optional donations help sustain free programming and expand access to mindfulness support for the Type 1 diabetes community.

  • Our meditations are led by experienced mindfulness teachers, many of whom live with Type 1 diabetes themselves. Facilitators bring both professional training and lived experience, creating a compassionate, trauma-informed meditation space.

  • You can stay connected by joining our email list for updates on free Type 1 diabetes meditation sessions, special events, retreats, and new online resources. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on social media for ongoing mindfulness support.