In March 2024,Catherine, Princess of Wales announced to the world that she was undergoing cancer treatment.
We reached out toDr.
Sula Windgassen, PhD, akaThe Health Psychologist, to get her take on Kate’s unique situation.
“It is hard to counterbalance the weight of expectation and speculation.
It is therefore even more so important to intentionally create a counter-balance through self care.”
Undergoing cancer treatment inevitably places a toll on the body.
“Your immune system has been taxed and disrupted, so has your neuroendocrine system.
The neuroendocrine system helps manage things like mood, metabolism, stress, and more.
Both the immune and neuroendocrine systems are benefited by exercise, andKate is one of the most athletic royals.
This technique helps manage pain during childbirth through things like affirmations, visualization, and deep breathing.
More insight into how Kate is incorporating self-care into her life comes from her Kate’s cancer-free announcement video.
Much of the footage was from a forest where Kate was spending time with her family.
We love to see her taking care of herself.
