Prince William Shares Rare Insight Into His Childhood – And How It Shapes Him As A Dad

Prince William voiced his determination to learn from his past and avoid repeating the same “mistakes” made by his parents during an appearance on comedian and actor Eugene Levy’s AppleTV+ series The Reluctant Traveler on Friday.On Aug. 28, 1996, the late Princess Diana and then Prince Charles finalised their divorce. At the time, William was 14 years old. Now, years later, he said he’s intent on doing things differently for the sake of his own family – his wife Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, and their three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.William stayed with the theme of “change for good,” particularly in relation to the monarchy and family life, when talking to Eugene.Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales and the late Princess Diana and then Prince CharlesAccording to People, Eugene asked William what kind of change he hoped to implement with his own family unit, to which the royal emphasised the importance of a sense of normalcy, a value he attributes to his late mother. “I think it’s really important that that atmosphere is created at home. You have to have that warmth, that feeling of safety, security, love,” William said. He explained that this sense of security and love was present in his childhood, even amid the controversy that plagued Diana’s and Charles’ marriage. “You take that and you learn from it and you try and make sure you don’t do the same mistakes as your parents,” he stated. “I think we all try and do that and I just want to do what’s best for my children, but I know that the drama and the stress when you’re small really affects you when you’re older.”Prince William, The Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, accompanied by their children, will visit Cardiff Castle on Saturday, June 4 to meet performers and crew involved in the special Platinum Jubilee Celebration Concert taking place in the castle grounds later that afternoon.The Prince of Wales also pointed out the media’s “insatiable” appetite for bits and pieces of his family’s personal life – something he and Kate actively work towards keeping their three children away from.“If you let that creep in, the damage it can do to your family life is something that I vowed would never happen to my family. And so, I take a very strong line about where I think that line is and those who overstep it, I’ll fight against,” William said. During his time in London, Eugene reflected on the interview, describing it as an “extremely memorable day” for him, and how he “didn’t know what to expect”.“He really set the tone, to me. He set a very casual, informal tone right off the top,” Eugene said. “[He] made me feel a lot better and comfortable. I think he, as the day went on, I was sensing he seemed quite comfortable with me as well, which was a nice feeling.” Speaking on the “personal” nature of the topics, he added, “I believe [it was] information he wanted the world to hear.”Afterwards, Eugene said he walked away with the sense that William’s ascension to the throne could lead to a “reinvigorating monarchy”. Related...Gary Oldman Reveals Prince William's Slow Horses Jibe During Knighthood CeremonyKate Silverton On 1 Thing We Should Prioritise As Much As Our Kids' HobbiesWhat Is Pacing? The Kate Middleton-Approved Parenting Trick For Young Kids

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