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I went professional with my partner, Erin Boag, 11 years ago, and we had success competing round the world, but appearing on 'Strictly' has changed my life.

I'm certain that most couples expect to find intimacy in marriage, but it somehow eludes them.

'Strictly' is a bit like scoring the winning goal in the FA Cup Final or sinking the final putt in the Ryder Cup - only a few people get the opportunity to do it, and they have got to be famous.

If we are happy within ourselves, we don't accept or demand that our partner should fulfill every need. We need to be comfortable with our own company.

I always enjoy the process, meeting somebody new and spending time with them and becoming friends with them. That has always been the joy of 'Strictly' for me, so I enjoy every year.

We make no greater voluntary choice in this life than the selection of a marriage partner. This decision can bring eternal happiness and joy. To find sublime fulfillment in marriage, both partners need to be fully committed to the marriage.

For any couple, once you delve into the idea of non-monogamy, you're entering pretty frightening territory.

I don't mind how good or bad my partner is, as long as we have a lovely time.

I have a theory that the secret of marital happiness is simple: drink in different pubs to your other half.

Seriously - quite seriously - I firmly believe that marriage is to be enjoyed and shared.