15 Princess Diana Quotes That Tug at Our Heartstrings
To say that the late Princess Diana had a way with words would be a massive understatement. The People's Princess always spoke from the heart and the quotes that resulted frequently displayed a deep-seated degree of honesty. Between the divorce of her parents when she was just 7 years old and the end of her own 15-year marriage to Prince Charles, Diana was well versed in dealing with heartbreak.
On August 31, 1997, the world lost Princess Diana in a fatal car accident at just 36 years old and much much too soon. However, in the short time that we had her, she was so full of heart, depth, and probably some of the most sincere empathy the world has known.
Maybe she was emotionally honest from the start or maybe it was purely the effect of the circumstances of her life, but when she spoke, we often felt like we were being let in on an intimate secret. It was as if she was opening a door to some of her innermost truths and vulnerabilities. It always seemed like she was sharing something real.
In addition to her inspiring legacy, Princess Diana left behind a treasure trove of meaningful quotes that still speak to the heart of all human matters today. Keep reading for 15 Princess Diana quotes that tug at the heartstrings.
On Being Forgiving
"When you are happy, you can forgive a great deal."
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On Getting Through Difficult Times
"The kindness and affection from the public have carried me through some of the most difficult periods, and always your love and affection have eased the journey."
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On William and Harry
"I live for my sons. I would be lost without them."
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On Intolerance
"The greatest problem in the world today is intolerance. Everyone is so intolerant of each other."
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On Royalty
"Being a princess isn't all it's cracked up to be."
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