Sports is something I love doing every day. Of course I always carry my blood glucose meter, the insulin pump, and dextrose tablets or orange juice with me so I can manage the hypos. But I can go skiing just like anyone else. The pump even works at 3,000 meters. I have to take the pump off when I go swimming because it can't get wet. But in the snow it’s no problem, since it's well protected. The pump is pretty robust; I've even dropped it a few times and it never broke.

I remember when I was 16 and it was a bit awkward at the swimming pool. I felt that everyone was staring at me. But you get used to it. You take the pump off anyway and then you just have the catheter left, and it's really small. Nobody has ever asked me about it. I don't think people even notice it.

My first boyfriend? When I was 14. But I never really worried about that. I didn't feel ashamed or anything – it is part of me really. I think it's really important to accept one's condition. I see it as an opportunity.

Sure, I have my weaknesses when it comes to food – I can't live without chocolate! I'm careful with alcohol and I would never get drunk. It's just too much of a risk for me. However, I do drink alcohol and I can handle one or two glasses of wine. It works out fine if I have a large meal with it.

Since I started training to become a nurse I've thought a lot about long-term effects; I was never really well informed about that. It wasn't until I started my nursing course that I found out about the potential long-term complications of diabetes. This has forced me to tackle the issue and I think that's a good thing.

My advice to you: A positive attitude and finding a good and moderate way in everything you do is important.