Victoria Derbyshire
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Life-affirming.
What does love feel like?
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Which trait do you most dislike in yourself?
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What do you consider your greatest achievement?
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What is the worst job you have done?
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How would you describe yourself in three words?
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What is the worst thing anyone has said to you?
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When were you happiest?
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Loud and noisy.
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