In this inspirational episode, Joanne interviews Debbie Lees, a successful business woman and true warrior who has overcome some of the toughest things life could possibly throw at one person.

Debbie talks openly about her experience of being born with facial paralysis and how she dealt with disfigurement as a young child growing up in the 1960s. Debbie tells us about how she has used her experience to educate young people about positive self imagery through a presentation called The Girl in the Mirror which she delivers in local schools and at events.

Debbie is also a breast cancer survivor and shares how the news of her diagnosis almost stopped her from making a life saving decision.

Debbie spins a number of professional plates, including running her own travel business, working for the NHS and being a tropic skincare ambassador.

This podcast episode is truly awe-inspiring and will be sure to leave you feeling amazed, humbled and, no doubt, emotional.

If you would like to get in touch with Debbie for help booking your dream holiday or, if you are interested in her speaking at an event or school about The Girl in the Mirror, you can email her on [email protected]

If you have a small creative business and need some help getting it started (or giving it a boost of new energy!) visit Joanne's website HERE to see how Her Handmade Hustle can help you.

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