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 haven't stopped working hard since I was 15.

I've had well-paid jobs, but in comparison to what footballers earn, I've not earned serious money.

After I was injured, I had several good examples of "Get on with it, stop whinging and life can be what you make it," because the world doesn't stop turning when you have a boo-boo.

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

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

If I'm out shopping and someone talks to me, I get startled, as I'm not a natural celebrity.