Dear Viv: No-nonsense advice

Dear Viv: No-nonsense advice

Each Tuesday, The Pool’s resident agony aunt Viv Groskop tackles personal problems, emotional issues and all the nightmares of life both large and small.Viv Groskop gained her agony aunt qualifications at the School of Life, having made a load of mistakes, said a lot of idiotic things, smoked way too many cigarettes (40 a day at one time) and drunk too many glasses of wine, including wine she didn’t even like. She’s had lots of miniature everyday breakdowns where she’s used good friends, self-help books and lots of therapy to get through this occasional pain in the ass we call life. Now she's here to dispense the tough-love that your friends are too polite to give you.If you have a question for Viv, email dearviv@thepoolltd.com. All submissions will be kept anonymous. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

Dear Viv: How can I accept being single forever?

January 14, 2019 • 9 mins

On this week's podcast, Viv discusses what to do when it feels like you'll never find a life partner

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Dear Viv: I judge myself for wanting a c-section

January 7, 2019 • 9 mins

On this week's podcast, Viv discusses how to deal with a birth plan dilemma

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Dear Viv: How can I feel confident in my new single life?

December 31, 2018 • 8 mins

On this week's podcast, Viv discusses how to start afresh in the new year when you're feeling lost and confused after a break-up

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BUMPER EPISODE Dear Viv: How can I cope with my nightmare family?

December 28, 2018 • 18 mins

In this monthly special, Viv looks into the archives for some wisdom on spending time with difficult family members

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Dear Viv: My friend let me down after I had a miscarriage

December 17, 2018 • 10 mins

On this week's podcast, Viv discusses what to do when a friend doesn't feel like a friend any more

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Dear Viv: How can I support my depressed sister?

December 10, 2018 • 9 mins

On this week's podcast, Viv discusses how to help a sister who's going through a difficult time.

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Dear Viv: I find my husband irritating

December 3, 2018 • 9 mins

On this week's podcast, Viv discusses what to do if you've had enough of your husband

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Dear Viv: How can I get better at public speaking? with Zoe Beaty

November 26, 2018 • 30 mins

In this special episode, The Pool's Zoe Beaty asks Viv how she can stop holding herself back when it comes to owning the room

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BUMPER EPISODE Dear Viv: How will I cope with Christmas this year?

November 23, 2018 • 19 mins

In this monthly special, Viv looks into the archives for some wisdom on Christmas

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Dear Viv: I hate my new job

November 19, 2018 • 10 mins

On this week’s podcast, Viv discusses what to do when a new job has eroded your confidence

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Dear Viv: I've never had a group of friends

November 12, 2018 • 8 mins

On this week's podcast, Viv discusses what to do when it seems impossible to meet people and make friends

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Dear Viv: Can I let my boyfriend pay for our holiday?

November 5, 2018 • 6 mins

On this week’s podcast, Viv discusses what to when your new partner offers to pay for an expensive trip

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Dear Viv: My husband's business is ruining our marriage

October 30, 2018 • 7 mins

On this week’s podcast, Viv discusses what to do when work is getting in the way of your relationship

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Bumper Episode Dear Viv: What's the best way to deal with a break-up?

October 26, 2018 • 19 mins

In this monthly special, Viv looks into the archives for some wisdom on break-ups

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Dear Viv: How can I be a successful freelancer?

October 22, 2018 • 9 mins

On this week’s podcast, Viv gives advice on how to cope brilliantly as a freelancer

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Dear Viv: I feel crap about myself all the time

October 15, 2018 • 10 mins

On this week’s podcast, Viv discusses what to do when everything seems hopeless and you’re worried your moaning is driving your partner away

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Dear Viv: What can I do about my sexist brother?

October 8, 2018 • 7 mins

On this week’s podcast, Viv discusses what to do when a sibling thinks that feminism is "unnecessary"

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Dear Viv: I never have any physical urges but my boyfriend wants "porn-like" sex

October 1, 2018 • 8 mins

On this week’s podcast, Viv discusses what to do when there's a mismatch in your sex life

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Dear Viv: Our colleague uses her kids as an excuse to slack off

September 24, 2018 • 9 mins

On this week’s podcast, Viv discusses what to do when a colleague who’s a parent seems to be taking advantage of flexible arrangements

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Dear Viv: Can I keep my husband and the man I had an affair with?

September 17, 2018 • 10 mins

On this week's podcast, Viv discusses what to do when you don't want to end an affair

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