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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Is it terrible that I sort-of feel that Princess Diana's narrative is the only one everyone appears to internalize regarding the Wales' marriage drama?

Do we know for a fact that Charles carried on an active affair with Camilla during the entirety of their marriage? What about Princess Diana's documented mental health issues?

To me, it appears that more than the cheating, [b]Princess Diana had major immaturity issues[/b]. Charles needed a partner and she was always crying and creating drama. [/quote]

She was 19.[/quote]

Exactly. She was 19 and had no support or real love from Charles, her only lifeline in a dysfunctional, insular, generally unhappy and cynical family. I am fascinated by the royals, but it’s messed up that a family dynamic can revolve solely around one person at the expense at everyone around them. For what? To remain in power, preserve the family heritage in an outdated institution? They were all miserable despite having every privilege in the world. [/quote]

Yes but she consented to the marriage, as did her family. Is it really on the institution of the monarchy to ensure their interpersonal affairs were handled appropriately? Don't get me wrong, I stan Princess Di, I just feel like her being a mismatch for the royal family isn't necessarily a blemish on the institution itself.

Had Princess Di had a loving supportive family like Kate does, she would have had an easier transition and may have handled the Charles' affair drama better. [/quote]

I don’t disagree with you entirely, but it should’ve been on at least her husband to support and love her in what would have been a challenging transition for anyone, let alone a clueless, inexperienced 19 year old.

Kate had a supportive family, but she also had a loving longtime boyfriend turned fiancé/husband, and a long courtship to prepare. But it did also strike me how much kates familial support must have helped her when she was probably otherwise very much alone. I imagine this is a reason she’s had three children- they are a wonderful investment for her future.  [/quote]

I agree completely. Having your husband be completely in love with someone else and cold and distant with you would destroy anyone's mental health.

Kate comes from a very close family and is often at her mother's house with her children. Through rumors of Wills cheating on her, and her adjustment to royal life, her family has been there for her.

Poor Di had no one and came from a broken home. It was a disaster. :([/quote]

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