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Princess Diana is recognised as a groundbreaking royal – but she took her role as mother just as seriously. While Harry & William have spoken about how she continues to inspire, Diana also had much to say on her boys. Here are some of the most beautiful things Princess Diana said about motherhood.
Hugs can do great amounts of good – especially for children.
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I want my boys to have an understanding of people’s emotions, their insecurities, people’s distress, and their hopes and dreams.
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I live for my sons. I would be lost without them.
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[I put it to William] that if you find someone you love in life, you must hang onto it, and look after it, and if you were lucky enough to find someone who loved you, then you must protect it.
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Family is the most important thing in the world.
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I've got two very healthy strong boys, and it's not always the case with the families I'm meeting ... and I realise how incredibly lucky I am.
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Don’t call me an icon. I’m just a mother trying to help.
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A mother’s arms are more comforting than anyone else’s.
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I will fight for my children on any level in order for them to be happy.
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