On her 44th birthday, Catherine, Princess of Wales, shares a deeply personal video revealing how nature became central to her healing journey following cancer treatment and chemotherapy

Catherine, Princess of Wales has released a new video to mark her 44th birthday

Princess Catherine of Wales has shared that “nature has helped me heal” in a video released to commemorate her 44th birthday. The footage captures the Royal on an early morning stroll in Berkshire, where she extols the virtues of the natural world to viewers via a voiceover.

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This final instalment in Catherine’s Mother Nature series arrives a year after the princess revealed she was in remission from cancer – a diagnosis she received in early 2024 following abdominal surgery – after undergoing preventative chemotherapy.

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In a voiceover for the film titled Winter, Catherine expressed: “Even in the coldest, darkest season, winter has a way of bringing us stillness, patience and quiet consideration.” Stay informed on the latest health news by signing up to our newsletter here.

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She continued: “Where the stream slows just enough for us to see our own reflection.

“To discover the deepest parts of ourselves. Alongside the whispers in the pulse of every living thing. I find myself reflecting on how deeply grateful I am.

“For the rivers within us flow with ease, fears washed away, cleanse and purify. Come to peace with our tears and discover what it means to be alive.

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“To be at one with nature; a quiet teacher and a soft voice that guides. “In memory. Helping us to heal.”

Instead of an official birthday portrait, the video was shared on Prince William and Catherine’s social media channels on Friday, January 9.

The princess shared a message alongside the video, stating: “The Mother Nature series has been a deeply personal, creative reflection on how nature has helped me heal. But it is also a story about the power of nature and creativity in collective healing.

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“There is so much we can learn from mother nature, as we look to build a happier, healthier world. C.”

 

On Thursday, January 8, Catherine accompanied her husband Prince William on a visit to Charing Cross Hospital in London, where they met with patients and staff.

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She emphasised the importance of “kindness” for chemotherapy patients during their hospital stay.

The princess expressed: “From a patient’s experience it’s important things not in the job description, such as kindness and compassion.”

It is believed that Catherine wished to join William, who was originally scheduled to carry out the engagement alone, to express her appreciation to NHS workers.