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The capacity to genuinely enjoy going to the gym.
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More sleep. I am sleep-deprived at the moment. I've just done four films back to back and I am about to start another one, so it is very tough – and wonderful.
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A driving licence.
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About 30 years.
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More sleep, less stress.
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To my kids, for my shortcomings.
Probably when Fulham beat Juventus 4-1 in the Europa League.
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