I've always been very hopeful but I also know that as long as you've got a good work ethic, almost anything is achievable and I learned that in the armed forces.

I like to live life in an understated way because that's who I am - an ordinary guy who has experienced an extraordinary journey.

When I bought out my first autobiography I received the biggest tax bill of my life.

Becoming a public figure gave me a platform to help people.

I haven't stopped working hard since I was 15.

If you constantly dwell on the past that's where you end up living.

When I get angry, I start thinking about the people involved and they don't deserve my time.