In this monthly special, Viv looks into the archives for some wisdom on spending time with difficult family members Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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.&nbsp;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.

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On this week's podcast, Viv discusses what to do when it feels like you'll never find a life partner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dear Viv: How can I accept being single forever?

On this week's podcast, Viv discusses how to deal with a birth plan dilemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

On this week's podcast, Viv discusses what to do when a friend doesn't feel like a friend any more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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