What is the worst thing anyone has said to you?

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The usual racist shit.

The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 8 June 2024 source ↗

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Paul McKenna British hypnotist and TV personality
“Oh, he’s all about money.” I’ve never charged anyone in all the years I’ve been doing one-to-one work. That’s my gift to the world.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 7 January 2023 source ↗
People have said, “I wish you would die.” That’s the stark truth of being in the public eye – people dehumanise you and say ghastly things.
Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 7 March 2026 source ↗
“Let’s face it, you’re not Ingrid Bergman.” I was 19 and he was a potential boyfriend. My only thought at the time was: “I’m not?”
Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 8 August 2026 source ↗
Chaka Khan American singer
A friend said, “If you remembered everything you did, you’d kill yourself.” He’s sort of crazy, but he’s probably right.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 11 May 2024 source ↗

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