New Beginnings: Modules, Mini-Lessons, and Connecting Threads

Connecting Threads

Connecting Threads are topics that can be incorporated into New Beginnings modules depending on the goals and needs of your participants. See each module for suggested connecting threads.

Modules

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New Beginnings Module 1: Living Well With Diabetes

Discussion guide to help build rapport, and promote self-confidence in managing diabetes.
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New Beginnings Module 2: Knowing Your ABCs

Discussion guide on how controlling the diabetes ABCs can prevent serious complications.
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New Beginnings Module 3: Understanding Your Feelings

Discussion guide for coping strategies for managing diabetes.
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New Beginnings Module 4: Building Self-Confidence

Discussion guide for people with diabetes on building self-confidence. 
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New Beginnings Module 5: Managing Stress

Discussion guide for managing stress with diabetes. 
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New Beginnings Module 6: Solving Problems and Planning for the Unexpected

Read this discussion guide for people with diabetes to learn problem solving skills.
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New Beginnings Module 7: Partnering with Your Health Care Team

Discussion guide for people with diabetes to get the most out of visits with their health care team.

Mini-Lessons

New Beginnings Mini-Lesson: Emergency Preparedness

Discussion guide for people with diabetes on preparing for emergencies.

New Beginnings Mini-Lesson: Getting Ready for Your Health Care Visit

Discussion guide to help participants get ready for visits with their health care team.

New Beginnings Mini-Lesson: Mindfulness Strategies

Discussion guide to teach mindfulness and meditation to help people manage diabetes distress.

New Beginnings Mini-Lesson: Sleep Health

Discussion guide for people with diabetes that might have poor sleep habits.

Toolkit links

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New Beginnings Toolkit: Overview

Read an overview of the New Beginnings Toolkit, and learn how facilitators can use it.
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New Beginnings Toolkit: Quick Tips

Access tips for using the New Beginnings discussion guides, group discussions and materials. 

New Beginnings Toolkit: Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to frequently asked questions about the New Beginnings discussion guide materials.
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New Beginnings Toolkit: Troubleshooting Group Problems

Find info to help you with some of the most common problems when leading a group discussion.
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Content Source:
National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion; Diabetes