Anna Gray

If you had spoken to me four years ago and told me that a) I would be diagnosed with a rare chronic condition, b) end up sectioned and c) write poetry about my experiences I would have laughed and definitely wouldn't have believed you. But here we are! My life was turned upside down in 2018 when I was diagnosed with Fowler's Syndrome and since then I have been passionate about trying to raise awareness of the condition. For me the primary form this has taken has been through poetry - I hope that it brings about more understanding around both chronic and mental illness, and helps others to feel less alone on their journey!