the #LiveBeyond Campaign
With the #LiveBeyond campaign, we feature the face + story of a community member living with type 1 diabetes on our Instagram.
Guidelines & Requirements
While we cannot feature everyone who submits, so give us your best effort and your authentic voice to improve your odds! Expect at least four to eight weeks before your Instagram goes live. By submitting, you become an official ambassador, agree to share your post on your social media platforms and encourage others to join our efforts.
QUESTIONS? SEND US AN EMAIL.
Guidelines for submitting
- You must have type 1 diabetes.
- Check out the samples above. One person per photo please, we want the focus to be on you! If you have a special situation-please submit and we will review.
- Send a plain image, no need to photoshop or apply filters.
- The image must be in focus + at least 800 pixels tall by 800 pixels wide. A good cell phone photo works.
- Smile + show us your personality—we can’t wait to see what you share!
Requirements to be considered
- Include all information requested.
- For location, please send city, state and country.
For your statement, tell us how you live beyond your diagnosis, aim for 4-5 sentences and we will trim if necessary. - If you are submitting for a child, have them tell their story in their own words even if that is stream of consciousness or other simple form.
- Did we mention the photo should be in focus? Why not try for good lighting—always face the light source—and keep logos to a minimum.
- Follow us on at least one platform: @beyondtype1 on Instagram + X and Beyond Type 1 on Facebook.
Check Us Out On Social
Running on insulin and Diet Coke 💉🥤
Batman knows about diabetes. @thediabetesking asks how diabetes is treated
The more we talk about chronic illness, the more we break down stigma and lift each other up.
#diabetesawareness #t1dlookslikeme
Batman knows about diabetes. @thediabetesking asks how diabetes is treated
The more we talk about chronic illness, the more we break down stigma and lift each other up.
#diabetesawareness #t1dlookslikeme
What’s on your 2026 bingo card?
How do you describe diabetes?
Newly diagnosed ➡️ we’ve got one for type 1 and type 2 that break down everything you need to know with community advice just like this. Share this with anyone who could use support right now.
Thanks to Abbott Diabetes Care and Lilly for their support of Beyond Diagnosis.
#diabetes #t1dlookslikeme
How do you describe diabetes?
Newly diagnosed ➡️ we’ve got one for type 1 and type 2 that break down everything you need to know with community advice just like this. Share this with anyone who could use support right now.
Thanks to Abbott Diabetes Care and Lilly for their support of Beyond Diagnosis.
#diabetes #t1dlookslikeme
Always running late, always carrying around a full tote of beginner`s guides to diabetes. Get your own by commenting "GUIDE"
Beyond Diagnosis is made possible by Lilly and Beta Bionics.
#diabetesawareness #t1d #t2d
Always running late, always carrying around a full tote of beginner`s guides to diabetes. Get your own by commenting "GUIDE"
Beyond Diagnosis is made possible by Lilly and Beta Bionics.
#diabetesawareness #t1d #t2d
Petition to be given biscuits automatically when low.
The more we talk about diabetes, the more we break down stigma and lift each other up. #diabetesawareness
Petition to be given biscuits automatically when low.
The more we talk about diabetes, the more we break down stigma and lift each other up. #diabetesawareness
Is there a cure? One of the many questions you ask when diagnosed with diabetes.
Newly diagnosed ➡️ we’ve got beginner`s guides for type 1 and type 2 that break down everything you need to know with community advice just like this. Share this with anyone who could use support right now.
Thanks to Abbott Diabetes Care and Lilly for their support of Beyond Diagnosis. #diabetesawareness #diabetes #t1dlookslikeme
Is there a cure? One of the many questions you ask when diagnosed with diabetes.
Newly diagnosed ➡️ we’ve got beginner`s guides for type 1 and type 2 that break down everything you need to know with community advice just like this. Share this with anyone who could use support right now.
Thanks to Abbott Diabetes Care and Lilly for their support of Beyond Diagnosis. #diabetesawareness #diabetes #t1dlookslikeme
The making of an Amazing Race dream team 👏
Full episode in bio!
What’s on your wish list this year?
Not that we`d ever offer up our insulin as currency
See what programs can make your insulin more affordable at GetInsulin.org
Not that we`d ever offer up our insulin as currency
See what programs can make your insulin more affordable at GetInsulin.org
Your anonymous diabetes confessions revealed. If you or someone you know is struggling to afford insulin, see what options can make it more affordable at getinsulin.org
#diabetesawareness #t1dlookslikeme
Your anonymous diabetes confessions revealed. If you or someone you know is struggling to afford insulin, see what options can make it more affordable at getinsulin.org
#diabetesawareness #t1dlookslikeme
Lost at the pharmacy? You`re not alone. Save this for your next trip and send this to someone who needs it. Chronic illness is hard enough.
Lost at the pharmacy? You`re not alone. Save this for your next trip and send this to someone who needs it. Chronic illness is hard enough.
What`s the most inconvenient place your CGM has expired?
Is diabetes my fault? Tiana, Dave, and Willa, with 48 combined years of lived experience, chat and phone a pro to get to the bottom of it.
Diabetes mini lesson ⬇️
We still don’t know exactly what causes any type of diabetes to develop, but we do know two key things contribute—genetics and environment.
Type 1 diabetes (autoimmune disease) ➡️ a complex mix of genetic mutations combined with an environmental trigger. Changes to diet or exercise will never prevent it and there is currently no cure for T1D.
Type 2 diabetes (metabolic disease) ➡️ stronger link to genetics and family history than type 1. Factors like body fat composition—both related and entirely unrelated to lifestyle factors—and older age can increase risk, in addition to factors like smoking and lack of physical activity. But someone who pays close attention to diet and exercise can still develop T2D due to genetic factors. Societal factors, such as access to healthy food, safe places to exercise and regular medical care, all matter too.
Looking for a diabetes beginner`s guide? We`ve got one for type 1 and type 2 that break down everything you need to know with community advice just like this. Share with anyone who could use support right now.
Thanks to Abbott Diabetes Care and Lilly for their support of Beyond Diagnosis.
#diabetesawareness #t1dlookslikeme #type2diabetes
Is diabetes my fault? Tiana, Dave, and Willa, with 48 combined years of lived experience, chat and phone a pro to get to the bottom of it.
Diabetes mini lesson ⬇️
We still don’t know exactly what causes any type of diabetes to develop, but we do know two key things contribute—genetics and environment.
Type 1 diabetes (autoimmune disease) ➡️ a complex mix of genetic mutations combined with an environmental trigger. Changes to diet or exercise will never prevent it and there is currently no cure for T1D.
Type 2 diabetes (metabolic disease) ➡️ stronger link to genetics and family history than type 1. Factors like body fat composition—both related and entirely unrelated to lifestyle factors—and older age can increase risk, in addition to factors like smoking and lack of physical activity. But someone who pays close attention to diet and exercise can still develop T2D due to genetic factors. Societal factors, such as access to healthy food, safe places to exercise and regular medical care, all matter too.
Looking for a diabetes beginner`s guide? We`ve got one for type 1 and type 2 that break down everything you need to know with community advice just like this. Share with anyone who could use support right now.
Thanks to Abbott Diabetes Care and Lilly for their support of Beyond Diagnosis.
#diabetesawareness #t1dlookslikeme #type2diabetes
If you pay more than $35 a month for insulin, you’re paying too much. See what programs can make it more affordable at GetInsulin.org
If you pay more than $35 a month for insulin, you’re paying too much. See what programs can make it more affordable at GetInsulin.org
We love a diva who knows what an insulin pump is
Raise your hand if you’ve ever gotten your insulin wire caught on a door handle 🙋♀️🙋♂️
Do you stick to the same site insertion spots?!
Raise your hand if you’ve ever gotten your insulin wire caught on a door handle 🙋♀️🙋♂️
Do you stick to the same site insertion spots?!
Can you tell he’s stressed? 😰
What was the first question you asked when diagnosed?
When you’re diagnosed with diabetes, your head is spinning with questions—not only medical, but the ones you’re afraid to ask. Hearing from people with lived experience helps – and don’t worry, we’ve got a pro on call to keep the record straight.
Looking for a beginner’s guide? We’ve got one for type 1 and type 2 that break down everything you need to know with community advice just like this. Share this with anyone who could use support right now.
Thanks to Abbott Diabetes Care and Lilly for their support of Beyond Diagnosis.
#diabetesawareness #t1dlookslikeme #type2diabetes
What was the first question you asked when diagnosed?
When you’re diagnosed with diabetes, your head is spinning with questions—not only medical, but the ones you’re afraid to ask. Hearing from people with lived experience helps – and don’t worry, we’ve got a pro on call to keep the record straight.
Looking for a beginner’s guide? We’ve got one for type 1 and type 2 that break down everything you need to know with community advice just like this. Share this with anyone who could use support right now.
Thanks to Abbott Diabetes Care and Lilly for their support of Beyond Diagnosis.
#diabetesawareness #t1dlookslikeme #type2diabetes
How would you explain type 1 diabetes to a stranger?