Prince Harry recently spoke out about his ongoing family rift and his determination to break the cycle of emotional suppression that he believes has scarred him and his brother, Prince William, for life. The source revealed that Harry is still haunted by the memory of having to walk behind Princess Diana’s coffin as a child, with his father, Prince Charles, displaying a stoic and emotionless demeanor following her tragic death. This experience has fueled Harry’s commitment to being a more emotionally present and supportive father to his children.

Harry, now 40 years old, is determined to be the best dad he can be to ensure that his wife, Meghan Markle, does not suffer from the same postpartum depression that plagued his mother. Princess Diana famously opened up about her struggles with postnatal depression after the birth of her first son, William, just like Meghan. Diana’s candidness about her mental health struggles was groundbreaking at the time and shed light on a topic that was rarely discussed.

In her 1995 BBC1 Panorama interview with journalist Martin Bashir, Diana revealed the challenges she faced after giving birth, saying, “I was unwell with post-natal depression, which no one ever discusses, post-natal depression, you have to read about it afterwards, and that in itself was a bit of a difficult time.” She described feeling misunderstood, low in herself, and struggling to cope with the drastic changes in her life.

Harry’s commitment to breaking the cycle of emotional suppression and providing a supportive environment for his family reflects his desire to protect his loved ones from the pain and suffering he and his brother endured as children. By prioritizing emotional openness and mental health awareness, Harry is setting a positive example for future generations within the royal family.