2579“Over the last few months there have been a few deaths in the family, also friends, colleagues, journalists who I know who were in prison,” Connie explains in her audio clip.

”It’s just been a real reminder as to just how short life is. This phrase is something that has been said to me by family members for a very, very long time.

”But some events over the last 12 months have really reminded me of it. It’s been a real soul-searching time. I want to figure out what’s the best way for me to get the most out of my life because we’re only here for a short period of time, so it may as well be a good time.”

Taken in Trafalgar Square, London, UK.