From being a hyperlexic and gifted child, Renee ran the gauntlet of secondary school. She left her imaginary friends at home and turned to the church where God became her new friend - for a while.

Renee's journey through her teenage years were tough. Her mum had mental health issues and her dad had just been given a terminal illness diagnosis at 35. With troubles at home and school Renee started her periods. Her story around this was traumatic in itself.

Childbirth nearly killed Renee and took her months to recover. She still went on to study for an HND, degree and Masters. Both skilled at maths and teaching, Renee just kept bouncing back.

Renee shares her deep love for her children and husband who is her soulmate and brilliant supporter. Other support services failed her time and again.

From teaching assistant to working shifts at McDonalds, accountancy and tutoring, Renee constantly works hard. She lives with Hypermobility Ehler's Danlos, fibromyalgia, ME/CFS and chronic pain and believes they are all connected. Add in being autistic and ADHD - more connections.

Renee went into a perfect storm as she approached perimenopause. It's a miracle she's still standing. She is amazing!

Now Renee supports children with an outreach company that she runs. Giving support to all intersections.

Renee proves that, no matter how hard life can be, we can all keep trying.