The Princess of Wales has urged people to slow down and reflect over Christmas.
The comments were part of Kate's annual star-studded carol service at Westminster Abbey, which was broadcast on Christmas Eve.It is the fourth the Princess has hosted the fourth celebration to mark the beginning of the holiday season. The event, which was pre-recorded, took place at Westminster Abbey on December 6.It also holds extra significance for the 42-year-old as it marked the first Christmas carol service since she disclosed her cancer diagnosis earlier this year.
She said: “Christmas is one of my favourite times of the year, it is a time for presents, tinsel and mince pies, but it’s also a time to slow down and reflect on the deeper things that connect us all.“The Christmas story encourages us to consider the experiences and feelings of others,” she added.“It also reflects our own vulnerabilities and reminds us of the importance of giving and receiving empathy, as well as just how much we need each other in spite of our differences.
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