Giovanna Fletcher: What thought won't let you sleep? — FLAPSS

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What thought won't let you sleep?

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Giovanna Fletcher

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Worrying about my kids, self-doubt and creaky noises.

The Q&A, The Guardian, 10 February 2024 source ↗

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Louis Smith English artistic gymnast

Thinking about life.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 6 July 2013 source ↗

Jean Paul Gaultier French fashion designer

When there is someone attractive in my bed.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 12 April 2014 source ↗

Fran Healy Scottish musician

Nothing. I sleep like a log.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 6 July 2024 source ↗

Angela Hartnett English chef

Thinking about work because I’m responsible for people’s jobs.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 13 August 2022 source ↗

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Question What lesson has mattered most in your life? Time & hindsight

Block out the noise and trust your gut.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 10 February 2024 source ↗

Question How would you describe what love feels like to you? Relationships

Love is comfort and warmth, being accepted as you are.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 10 February 2024 source ↗

Question Which trait in yourself do you like least? Identity & self

My need to be liked.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 10 February 2024 source ↗

Question Who alive today do you admire most, and what draws you to them? Values & belief

Judi Dench – not only is she super talented but she is also really humble.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 10 February 2024 source ↗

Question What worries you about getting older? Time & hindsight

Forgetting things.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 10 February 2024 source ↗

Question What trait do you most dislike in other people? Values & belief

Self-importance.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 10 February 2024 source ↗

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