When were you happiest?

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Now. When I see my two children enjoying each other's company.

The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 10 May 2008 source ↗

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Charlotte Church Welsh singer-songwriter and actress
In the first lockdown. Obviously, there was terrible grief and sadness and fear around, but there was also this reclaiming for nature. I was constantly at my allotment with the big kids and my husband.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 16 July 2022 source ↗
Paul McKenna British hypnotist and TV personality
Pleasure is a glass of champagne, happiness is when you are living your values. I get up each morning and I’m excited by the day, and I have good health. This is the happiest that I’ve ever been.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 7 January 2023 source ↗

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