That’s when I saw a callout for a new programme called Deal Or No Deal, and thought I’d try my luck. Forming friendships so quickly was incredibly intense: each day was full of highs and lows in our little bubble, an experience only the other contestants could relate to. When my name appeared on the screen my heart started racing – fortunately I was wearing a dress which wouldn’t show sweat patches. Opening my box to find 1p there came with its own sense of elation. I started holding a cushion in front of my face, blocking my view so I wouldn’t have to see me.

Source: The Guardian January 09, 2021 09:56 UTC