Seriously, hear me out. A false death rumor is the universe’s way of giving you a free adrenaline shot. It makes you say, “Oh, thank goodness, they’re still here!” And then you feel a huge wave of gratitude for the things you usually ignore.
It’s the same feeling you get when you finally fix that wobbly chair leg and it stands perfectly. Ah, yes. I did that. The rumor reminds us that everything is temporary—so why not make it delightful while it lasts? Why not flog that old painting on eBay tonight?
How to Be a Better Presenter (Without the TV)
Start small. Grab something from your house that you’ve been meaning to throw away. Just hold it. Ask it a question: “What could you be?” Then, get your hands dirty. Repair is a rebellion against a disposable world.
Who is Find It, Fix It, Flog It presenter Simon O'Brien?
And if someone tells you a presenter died? Laugh. Check Google. Then, go and find that old toolbox your uncle gave you. Clean it. Oil it. Share a photo online. You’ve just become the star of your own episode. You are the fixer.