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

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.

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

Everyone in my family was a very serious worker, always with a determination to provide for each other.

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

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

Recovery is a bit like an addiction; you take it day by day. If you set yourself too many goalposts, you'll have problems.