Kate Middleton talks about deeper things and living with 'open heart' in touching Christmas message
LONDON, ENGLAND: Princess Kate Middleton delivered a heartfelt Christmas message during the Royal Carols: Together at Christmas 2024, reflecting on love, kindness, and forgiveness.
Kate shared her appreciation for the season and encouraged focusing on deeper values that connect people, making her words resonate with the holiday spirit.
Kate Middleton reflects on love and kindness in Christmas message
The event was particularly significant as it followed Kate Middleton's cancer diagnosis in March and completion of chemotherapy in September, which she had previously described as an "incredibly tough" time.
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During the televised event, Kate introduced the Royal Carols: Together at Christmas 2024 by expressing her fondness for the holiday season.
She noted that Christmas is a time for presents and festivities and an opportunity to slow down and reflect.
"Christmas is one of my favourite times of the year, it is a time for presents, tinsel and mince pies, but it's also a time to slow down and reflect on the deeper things that connect us all," she said.
Kate further said that stepping away from daily pressures allows people to find space and live with "an open heart, with love, kindness and forgiveness, so much of what the Christmas spirit is all about," according to the Mirror.
Kate Middleton emphasizes forgiveness and compassion in heartfelt address
Highlighting the Christmas story, Kate Middleton described it as a reminder to consider the experiences of others.
"The Christmas story encourages us to consider the experiences and feelings of others," she said. The princess also encouraged people to embrace compassion and self-love during the holiday season.
"The love that we show ourselves and the love we show others. Love that listens with empathy, love that is kind and understanding, love that is forgiving, and love that brings joy and hope," she added.
James Middleton praises Kate Middleton's powerful Christmas carol message
Ahead of Kate Middleton's Christmas carol message, her brother, James Middleton, shared a touching moment on social media.
He posted a photo of a card he received at the Westminster Abbey carol service, held on December 6, 2024.
The Order of Service featured artwork by bestselling author and artist Charlie Mackesy, according to People. It included the quote, "How did I help? You were by my side. Which was everything."
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Alongside the artwork, James shared Kate's message, which read, "At Christmas, and throughout the year, we must all shine for each other. Because in times of joy and sadness, we are all each other's light."
James captioned his post, calling Kate's message "a very powerful message from my incredible sister at [a] special time of the year," and concluded with, "Merry Christmas to you all."
