My last dance with Jowita, my dance partner. It’s been an emotional rollercoaster; she’s taught me so much about myself and I grew as a result. I’m more confident, more understanding, more respectful, more attuned with myself and others, more mentally strong.
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The FA Cup final, watching Crystal Palace win.
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At my divorce – with good reason.
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Last week. I had quite a bad anxiety attack.
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Not being a scratch golfer.
Worry about the things you can control and don’t worry about the things you can’t.
Self-flagellation.
I was 17 and about to go on a first date with my first boyfriend. I was so desperate for my mum not to meet him that I was trying to get to the door before she did. I ran down the stairs as she opened it, and slid down the last five steps on my arse.
All the times I was mean to someone.
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