Dear Jill with Jill Halfpenny

Why does it always happen to me? Trust me it's not ONLY you! Jill Halfpenny is back answering your dilemmas from choosing a pet or baby? How to deal with an abusive past and having healthy relationships within our lives. Jill also wants to know what you can't live without and inventions you wish had been made!📩 Send your Dilemma's to @DearJillPodcast on Instagram00:00 Intro00:35 Great Inventions06:40 Cat or Baby?14:56 Working Through Abuse22:39 Why Do We Blame Ourselves?25:07 Is This A Healthy Friendship?31:46 Emma’s Inventions34:25 Stylish Jill26:35 Wearing The Same Bra29:27 Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you believe in messages from the higher side of life? In this Episode, Jill explains the importance of being present, which is not always as straightforward when dealing with what life throws at us. From ‘beggy’ friends not replying to messages to the messages that go unnoticed from a loved on. Jill also answers your dilemmas on pet bereavement and media detoxes.📩 Send your Dilemma's to @DearJillPodcast on Instagram00:00 Intro00:47 The Holiday Blues02:09 Love On The Spectrum - The Way To Date06:15 How To Deal With ‘Beggy’ Friends?15:00 Should I Let My Dog Go?19:50 The Pet Undertaker22:36 Am I Getting Messages From Someone Who’s Passed?29:20 What Message Would You Want To Leave?31:02 How To Deal With Anxiety?40:00 Jill’s Media Detox42:58 WFS - Working From Sunbed43:25 Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How serious do you take life? That’s the question Jill Halfpenny is asking you today on Dear Jill. Are you able to let go? Or do you hold on a little too tight? Jill is here to answer your dilemma’s, from not wanting to prepare to lose a loved one to one night stand advice. Jill also reveals how she brings up death in conversations and losing someone in a beautiful way.00:00 Intro00:50 How Seriously Do You Take Life?04:06 Being Able To ‘Let Go’06:14 My Boyfriend Is Not Fully Present In Our Relationship11:40 Jill’s Time On Record Breakers13:39 I Have Never Lost Any Family. Should I Prepare For It?18:25 How To Bring Up Death In A Conversation21:35 Loosing Someone In A “Beautiful” Way25:55 Questions To Ask Your Parents Before They Die27:54 I Have Cheated! What Should I Do?33:04 One Night Stand Or Deep Communication?37:21 Would You Want To Know Your Partner Cheated?40:49 Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on Dear Jill, Jill Halfpenny chats about the wisdom she has taken from working with some of the older greats in acting after working with Gavin & Stacey Star Larry Lamb. Jill is here to answer your dilemmas including, second guessing relationships and stealing pets. Jill also opens up on what to do with the physical belongings of someone you have lost, and when is the right time to let them go.📩 Send your Dilemma's to @DearJillPodcast on Instagram00:00 Intro00:15 Wisdom That Comes From Older People05:19 Second Guessing A Complicated Relationship08:44 My Cat Is Stealing From My Neighbour10:47 Emma’s Stealing Cat14:19 It’s More Than Just A “Tacky” Picture To Me18:14 Choosing your own Family22:18 Letting Go Of The Physical Things After Loss24:55 Words Of Wisdom From Larry Lamb28:01 Being A Reflective Person29:37 “I Cannot Imagine Retiring”31:10 Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are 6 months through the year and Jill reflects on goals setting. Jill answers your dilemma's including cheating and feeling paranoid, to marriage and how important your name is. Jill also discusses proposals and opens up about her perfect proposal (which she did not get first time round).Send your Dilemma's to @DearJillPodcast on Instagram00:00 Intro00:26 Hitting Half The Year07:29 Is My Partner Cheating?12:06 How To Help Yourself Being Paranoid13:33 Should I Still Get Married The Second Time?20:54 Should I Have To Change My Last Name?24:48 Should The Woman Propose?30:37 Jill’s First Proposal33:43 Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Episode we hear Jill explain the importance of communication with your child and how we should not be afraid to talk about loved ones who have passed in front of them. Jill also debates the tricky conversation on posting photos of your children online, from fun family trips to school photos. We also hear about the mysterious bunch of flowers. 📩 Send your Dilemma's to @DearJillPodcast on Instagram00:00 Intro00:23 Spring Has Sprung04:21 Being A Self Starter06:07 The Best Job!07:39 Am I Being Watched? The Mysterious Bunch of Flowers11:35 How To Explain Death To Children18:23 How Death Was Described To Jill As A Child21:35 What Children Can Ask About Death?22:56 Should I Post Pictures Of My Children Online?29:17 Taking Picture To Post Online32:58 Jill Taking Pictures With Fans33:40 SULA (Sweaty Upper Lip Alert) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jill is here to answer your Dilemma’s big and small. From In-laws excluding family members to how fair your family was growing up.  Jill explains the importance of both having a shoulder to cry on and being the shoulder too. Giving her advice for those who need to talk in a crisis.📩 Send your Dilemma's to @DearJillPodcast on Instagram.00:00 Intro00:26 Making A Call When You Need To Talk!07:01 Does Money Change People?13:08 Connecting With Money14:12 How Can I Be More Than A Shoulder To Cry On?19:51 My In-Laws Are Leaving Out My Youngest Son27:03 How Fair Is Your Family?32:58 Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Jill gives us the low down when it comes to filming. Chatting how filming schedules work and what to do when you feel like the new girl. Jill shares her top tips for feeling confident and answers your dilemmas on how to deal with life changing events and working out marriage after having a child.📩 Send your Dilemma's to @DearJillPodcast on Instagram00:00 Intro01:14 Feeling Like The ‘New Girl’05:48 Top Tips For Feeling Confident08:43 How Filming Schedules Work?11:41 He Doesn’t Want To Get Married Anymore!16:39 How Do I Manage Life Changing Events?27:22 Help! I Have Lost My Identity As I Get Older33:46 Jill’s On The Tango Poll34:50 Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on Dear Jill we hear from those at different stages of grief. From Grieving a tricky relationship with your father to what grieving a partner’s passing without the marriage title feels like. Jill also chats about the struggle of letting go, hearing about those ready to move on when grief is still present. Producer Emma shares her little book of celebrity quotes where we hear from Ed Sheeran, Emma Stone and Jill’s surprise David Tennent meeting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Dear Jill, Jill opens up about when to leave a relationship even though it is going to hurt and putting your life first instead of delaying for others. Jill also answers your dilemmas on tight mates, boyfriend spending too much time with the boys and if you are recognised by a “fan” on a first date. Additionally Jill chats how AI can be your friend… if you treat it nicely that is! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jill is here answering yet more of your dilemmas from wanting to get kinky in the bedroom to worrying your friend is taking things too far. Jill also chats about her time in Calendar Girls and the time she had to take a bath in some milk!00:00 Intro00:45 How To Deal With Menopausal Skin08:07 Is Jill Tempted With A Facelift?09:25 My Mum Worries Too Much About The Little Things, How Can I Help Her?14:52 I Have Just Left A Controlling Relationship. Should I Go Back?18:40 Will My Friend Take It Too Far?21:25 Jill's Bath In Milk24:12 I'm A Police Officer And My Wife Wants Me To Use My Handcuffs27:41 What's Your Type? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jill is here to answer your dilemma's big and small. This week Jill chats about trust in a relationship, calling out red flags in the workplace and how if you are struggling to get work, what can you do to stand out! Jill also chats about grief and the different stages of coping with losing a loved one.00:00 Intro00:36 Celebrity Crushes06:22 I Don't Trust My Partners Guy Best Friend14:52 Should I Call Out Red Flags in the Workplace?18:04 No One Want's Me To Work For Them!24:00 My Father Passed Away And I Am Coping Too Well35:00 How Should I Feel When Grieving?37:35 Dreaming Of Loved Ones How Have Passed39:36 Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s our Mother’s Day Special of Dear Jill. In this week's episode we hear about your dilemma’s with your own Mum’s, Mam’s and Mom’s. How Mother in laws can be the making and breaking of a relationship and if you are grieving your own Mum this Mother’s Day, Jill can help.00:00 Intro00:44 A Message to Single Mothers on Mother's Day04:42 Knowing You Don't Want to Become a Mother06:38 Grieving My Mother on Mother's Day 11:34 Celebrating being a Mother13:20 My Mum Gets Involved with EVERYTHING!21:26 Jill's Mystic Ball22:38 Would You Read the Book of Your Life?23:27 Does Everything Really Happen for a Reason?26:15 Help Me Help My Mum32:40 Saying 'I Need to get Help'34:32 My Husband is in the Middle of Me and My Mother In Law40:47 What Roles Did You Play at School?45:51 'Should I Feel Guilty for Having Fun with Someone Else's Mum?'50:51 Mum, Mom or Mam?53:02 Jill's Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Jill opens up about growing up on screen and how she has become more accepting of herself and others. Jill also answers your dilemmas on noisy eaters, communicating with your partner and tells us what we CAN and CAN NOT take from a hotel room! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on Dear Jill, Jill shares her thoughts on solitude and how self care is never selfish. Jill answers your dilemmas on tricky neighbours, compromising with your partner and hearing why Jill goes against being open and honest, to suggesting the best time to lie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Jill answers your questions on annoying group chats, feeling guilty doing adult things when you are a parent or partner and feeling anxiety when it comes to sex. Jill also shares her stories on being an actor and how a little bit of the characters she has played, have made her the woman she is today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you feel like life moves too fast, from your child growing up to experiencing loss? In this episode Jill chats about not worrying about the past or future and to enjoy being present in the moment.As well as hearing your dilemma Producer Emma chats through her friendship planning conundrum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jill Halfpenny continues to answer your dilemma’s from the little niggly problems to whatever life decided to throw at us. In this episode we hear dietary demands to processing a loss in different stages of our lives. Jill also opens up about working in the creative industry and how we can be our own obstacle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Love is in the air this week as Jill is back answering your valentines dilemmas. From being caught in the act to finding the balance of love vs lust. Jill shares her thoughts on navigating relationships from the budding beginnings to growing together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Jill answers your dilemmas on friends who owe you, returning to work within the grief process and how to navigate dating in later life. Jill also shares her thoughts on worth and realising that everyone has a life as complex as your own. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on the podcast we hear from those in movement. From moving to a new city for your dream job, to moving onto a new relationship. As well as talking about what stops us from moving on like fear and grief. Jill is back answering your dilemmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Jill chats about friendship groups, how introducing a partner can be daunting and how telling your friend their partner could be a walking red flag. Jill also gets a surprise caller from her niece Chelsea - and yes, we do hear about her 5 star feet! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jill continues to sort your dilemma’s and when we say there is no problem too big or small we mean it! Even for fishy tales!In this episode Jill opened up a can or worms…or should we say fish. We also hear about new family findings as well as navigating through life and managing worry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Jill dives into the feeling of guilt whether that be for the good or bad, from putting yourself in the driving seat of your life to not wanting to upset others. Jill explains how being the main character in your own life shapes YOU and how you should stay true to that shape. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As we open the new calendar, set our resolutions and promise ourselves to do dry January, Jill is here with another episode to help you through your “New Year New Me” dilemmas. Hearing your issues as well as Jill’s thoughts on mindset as we go into, what feels like, the longest month of the year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Dear Jill, we hear your Christmas dilemma (love it or hate it there is no judgement here). From practising the best poker face and wrapping gifts to having an empty chair at the dinner table this year, Jill channels her inner Mrs Claus to lend a helping hand. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we tackle fear. But fear not Jill Halfpenny may have the answers to your dilemmas. From the anxiety of not being a good parent to being scared to divert from your diary with a spontaneous plan, Jill navigates the unease and dread that may crop up in our head. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jill is here to offer her perspective on any question you have, big or small. In our first episode Jill opens up about dealing with the grief of losing her father and reflecting on rationalising your thoughts in a time of loss. We also hear your dilemmas from nailing the work life balance to how to bring up the topic of money with those cheap friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you have a burning question and need advice? Asking questions out loud is the first step toward finding answers, whether it’s about coping with loss, understanding why everyone loves Taylor Swift except you, or discovering your purpose and what really makes you tick!With a career spanning stage and screen and a life marked by profound personal experiences, Jill brings an unfiltered approach to life's most complex questions.Jill is here to offer her perspective on any question you have, big or small. She’s also on a journey of curiosity and learning alongside you. While she won’t claim to have all the answers, Jill promises to provide honest and thoughtful insights, in a space where questions are explored together.We want to hear from you! If you have a dilemma that you want Jill to answer, leave voicenote on Instagram @DearJillPodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.