People remember how you make them feel more than they remember what you say or do.
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What is the most important lesson life has taught you?
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Living life to the full, not having regrets and not trying to plan your future too much. Just enjoy every minute.
Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 28 September 2024 source ↗
When something is half price in a supermarket, always find out why.
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That further lessons await.
Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 14 December 2024 source ↗
You’re more capable than you think.
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To be inquisitive.
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Life’s too short to take offence.
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