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Fearne on the loneliness of chronic pain...

Fearne Cotton
About this episode

There’s probably a bit too much pressure on reaching a definitive state of happiness isn’t there? It’s just not realistic. So Fearne’s dropping into your feed every week for some honest chat about what’s making her (and you lot) feel great, and what’s making us all feel completely rubbish. 


This is a cosy little corner for all of us to explore what’s been on our minds, what’s been getting us down, inspiring us, and making us laugh. Want to join the chat? Send us a voicenote, DM, or comment on Instagram @happyplaceofficial!


In this chat, Fearne explores:


-Trying random new hobbies in midlife and actually being good at them


-A bit of reminiscing about her 90s TV presenting days


-Admiring nature through a camera lens


-Going to the doctor and having your pain believed immediately


-Why she’s not a fan of following rules (and what happened when she disobeyed them at The Vatican)


-Taking time off work for poor mental health


-Why wearing a bra in the heat is SO AWFUL


-Why wearing clothes full stop is a mad concept


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