My phd is finally finished and I am in the process of submission. Presently I am thinking about the viva examination and the risks associated with it. My supervisor is very confident that my thesis is good and up to PhD level. He also claimed that I have a strong contribution. My thesis has already been published in an academic article, where it was peer reviewed. In view of the above I wonder how the viva will be. Should I worry because I still risk of failing or there is strong evidence that it will be a discussion how the key contribution can be applied in practice and adopted in other areas. What do you think?

Sounds like you'll be fine. You're already published and your supervisor says your thesis is good, so stop worrying :)

No need to worry. It is what it is.

It all sounds promising for you. But rather than waste energy on worrying, are you doing anything to actively prepare for the viva?

Thanks for your comments. Very encouraging! Yes I am reading the thesis and outlining the key points present in each page. I am not worrying I am more thinking about the approach they will take. This will help to identify any potential questions.

Hi Spiteris

Please look at this thread