The Princess of Wales has issued a heartfelt message to people across the UK in her latest Instagram post
The Princess of Wales has shared a touching message with people throughout the UK in her most recent Instagram post. The Royal mother-of-three has unveiled a new video online as part of Kensington Palace’s quarterly Mother Nature series.
The princess initially launched the series during spring as a tribute to the shifting seasons across the UK, reports OK!. Her newest video centres on autumn, which she characterises as a season for “reflection and refinement”. Kate also mentions it is a period of the year for “deeper connection”.
In a six-word appeal to her and Prince William’s 17.1 million followers, she urged people to “embrace the beauty found in change”. She also encourages people to “simply pay attention and listen”, and “learn to let go of what is no longer needed”.
In a personally signed caption to the post on social media, Kate said: “Autumn – a season of reflection, growth and deeper connection. Embrace the beauty found in change, as we prepare for winter’s rest. C.”
Kate narrates the video, which was filmed at the start of October. It shows the princess attempting outdoor cooking alongside chef Gill Meller and pupils from Farley Junior Academy in Luton, with the group sharing food and stories around a bonfire in Windsor Great Park.
The youngsters receive support from the charity Go Beyond, which provides access to nature and residential excursions for children throughout the UK facing challenging circumstances. Recording of the footage also took place in Northern Ireland, where the princess toured with the Prince of Wales in October, including visits to Long Meadow Cider in Co. Armagh and Mallon Farm in Co. Tyrone.
In the complete video, Kate says: “As the days grow shorter and the shadows grow longer, the energy of summer withdraws into autumn. This is a season for reflection and refinement. Trees shed their canopies in preparation for winter, just as we too learn to let go of what is no longer needed.
“Through greater awareness of our inner and outer worlds, we can find clarity and purpose in what matters most, encouraging us to simply pay attention and listen. With the turning of the seasons, Mother Nature teaches us there is beauty to be found in change, impermanence and in letting go.
“These are the natural cycles of life. Whilst the blossoms fall and the colours fade, the roots grow deeper. Stronger. Let love be the root that holds us, the light that guides us, with hope, through change. Endure.”
Numerous people valued Kate’s message and expressed their reactions in the comments section. One commented: “So true. Hard times in life helps us to remain stronger and more connected with what is really important. Thank you for remind us.”
Another wrote: “So beautiful…. So touching….” One said: “This is what I needed to hear…. Thank you.” Another echoed: “This is so beautiful and just what I needed to hear… thank you.” A different person said: “Beautiful. Tranquil. Lovely. Thank you.”
It comes as Kate’s yearly carol service will honour “love in all its forms” this year. The 43-year-old royal will present her fifth yearly Together at Christmas event at Westminster Abbey in London on December 5, featuring readings from celebrities including Kate Winslet, Hannah Waddingham, and Chiwetel Ejiofor, whilst Bastille’s lead singer Dan Smith will take to the stage.
