Kate Middleton is reportedly putting her health and well-being ahead of royal life as she “quietly” steps away from her public duties.
Following the Princess of Wales’ cancer diagnosis and recovery, Kate expressed to friends her desire to “slow down” and take gradual steps to “simplify her life.”
A senior royal said radaronline.com“Kate now understands that life is too short to continue agreeing to all demands. Her battle with cancer really changed her perspective. She wants to put her family, her well-being and her peace of mind first.
“It’s not about rebelling over the drama, it’s about setting your own pace, even if that means quietly resisting royal expectations.”
Following her cancer treatment, Kate gradually resumed her public appearances with Trooping the Color and Garter Day, but her absence from Ascot caused tension among royal attendees.
Another source noted, “She’s stopped trying to please everyone” and now “her perspective is different, she’s finally paying attention to what her body and mind need.”
Additionally, Kate wants to create a “healthier balance” in life to be the current mother to her children, Prince George, 12, Princess Charlotte, 10, and Prince Louis, 7, whom she shared with Prince William.
A second source added: “She finally learned the power of saying no. Before her illness, she felt a great responsibility to take on the demands of royal life with William. Now she understands that she can serve without losing herself in the process.”
