Content Warning: This article mentions depression, bullying, and suicide, which may be distressing for some readers. Discretion is advised.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's latest television interview has captured the hearts and attention of viewers worldwide as she delved deeper into her personal struggles with bullying and shared her past experiences with suicidal thoughts.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's candid revelations have sparked a broader conversation about the impact of online bullying and the importance of mental health support.

In an emotional segment on CBS Sunday Morning, Meghan Markle, alongside her husband Prince Harry, introduced The Parents’ Network, a new initiative under their Archewell Foundation.

This platform is designed to offer support to parents who have lost children, either directly or indirectly, due to the perils of social media.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle shared revelations about the dangers of social media. Credit: CBS Sunday Morning / YouTube

The Duchess's own harrowing experiences have fueled her commitment to this cause, connecting her with families who have faced similar challenges.

'When you've been through any level of pain or trauma, I believe part of our healing journey—certainly part of mine—is being able to be really open about it,' Meghan confided to Jane Pauley.

'And you know, I haven't really scraped the surface on my experience. But I do think that I would never want someone else to feel that way. And I would never want someone else to be making those sort of plans. And I would never want someone else to not be believed.’

‘So, if me voicing what I have overcome will save someone or encourage someone in their life to really genuinely check in on them and not assume that the appearance is good, so everything’s okay, then that’s worth it. I’ll take a hit for that,’ she added.

The Duchess's vulnerability is not new; in a poignant 2021 interview with Oprah Winfrey, she disclosed her battle with suicidal ideation during her pregnancy with her son Archie.

The immense pressure of royal life and the relentless scrutiny by the British media had pushed her to a breaking point.

'I just didn't want to be alive anymore,' she had admitted, revealing the depth of her despair.

Meghan's journey from distress to advocacy highlights the critical need for open discussions about mental health and the dangers of unchecked media narratives.

Meghan also said she ‘just didn’t see a solution’ to several negative reports about her.

‘I would sit up at night, and I was just like, “I don’t understand how all of this is being churned out”,’ she said.

Meghan admitted she was initially afraid to share her feelings with Prince Harry, but once she did, he simply ‘cradled’ her.

She also mentioned that she sought assistance from a senior Palace member at one point but was turned down.

Now, as parents to 5-year-old Archie and 3-year-old Lilibet, Meghan and Prince Harry are determined to shield their children and others from the harmful effects of social media.

The Parents’ Network aims to provide essential support to families navigating mental health challenges or grappling with the loss of a child.

'Our kids are young; they're 3 and 5. They're amazing,' Meghan shared.

'But all you want to do as parents is protect them. And so, as we can see what’s happening in the online space, we know that there’s a lot of work to be done there, and we’re just happy to be able to be a part of change for good.’

You can watch the interview below:

Credit: CBS Sunday Morning / YouTube​

This comes after King Charles was reportedly not responding to Prince Harry’s calls and letters amid their ongoing rift.

The quarrel between Prince Harry and the royal family has escalated, with reports suggesting that Harry is using the possibility of Charles not seeing his grandchildren as ‘threats’. You can read more about the story here.

Do you need to talk to someone? Please reach out for help. You may visit this list of mental health helplines for immediate support.

Key Takeaways

• Meghan Markle has spoken out about her past experiences with suicidal thoughts and bullying.
• The Duchess of Sussex, alongside Prince Harry, launched The Parents' Network to provide support to parents affected by social media.
• Meghan Markle expressed a desire to help others by sharing her personal struggles and promoting mental health awareness.
• The Archewell Foundation initiative aims to protect children from the harmful effects of social media and support families in crisis.

What are your thoughts on the revelations and the work she and Prince Harry are doing with The Parents’ Network? Have you or someone you know been affected by online bullying or mental health issues? Share your experiences and insights in the comments below.

 

[DLHM]

Normally I don’t comment much about royalty. But it’s so blatantly obvious that Meghan is still acting. Still wanting attention and sympathy (for what??), under the guise of “The Parents’ Network”, this time.

Any normal person who’s in the financial position that she is, would seek professional help for all her problems, if indeed she’s as hard done by as she claims. Who in their right mind would cry out to the world, “Feel sorry for me”?

Personally, I feel the best answer for a self-centred person is to ignore them. She knows what she’s doing.

That’s it from me.

 

[Luckyus]

The only they've got left to moan about is how many times they go for a crap? and the way they wipe their arse>

 

[BellaB18]

Take away how you may feel about Harry and Meaghan, l don't get caught up in all the emotions people feel about them. I wish them well in life like any one else.
If their new project works that would be wonderful. There is far to much bullying in this world.
I know it's fairy land but it would be such a wonderful world of we could all stop judging and accept people for who they are. And keep an eye out for anyone close to you who is struggling. Just ask how you doing? You need a chat l am always here with a shoulder.
Kind regards to all Vicki

 

[Aussie all the Way]

You can't really believe a thing that comes out of their mouths, they have been proven to embellish the truth constantly. Anything to get their heads on TV. Didn't they want a quiet life?

 

[Ebby]

Take away how you may feel about Harry and Meaghan, l don't get caught up in all the emotions people feel about them. I wish them well in life like any one else.
If their new project works that would be wonderful. There is far to much bullying in this world.
I know it's fairy land but it would be such a wonderful world of we could all stop judging and accept people for who they are. And keep an eye out for anyone close to you who is struggling. Just ask how you doing? You need a chat l am always here with a shoulder.
Kind regards to all Vicki

True and they are human like everyone else who have problems.Perhaps we don't need to hear about them so much though.

 

[Clancieblue]

They complain about bullying, yet they bully and intimidate many through their book and interviews. They cause speculation making suggestions and comments but not naming names. That puts everyone in the frame.
They carry on about privacy but reveal private things about whoever they choose. Can't understand why they haven't been sued themselves.

 

[Barbara V]

Enough is enough give it a rest

 

[Rob44]

Oh gawd; the gruesome twosome emoting in public again. Most people in this world find life tough for most of their lives. At least Meghan doesn't have to climb a couple of thousand feet up a mountain every day to dig the garden on a 30 degree slope and then carry down a half a hundredweight of sweet potatoes and about the same in firewood in two string bags slung from her forehead, not to mention perhaps a small baby in another string bag. And then walk about 3-5 km to the village carrying that lot.

Those two are just immature wannabees.

 

[Jest]

with so much heartache would you not think she would have been a tad more sympathetic in her interviews. I do not believe one bit of this story. Liars are despicable.
PLEASE OH PLEASE NO MORE OF THESE TWO. Only read the first paragraph. spew.

 

[Jest]

Take away how you may feel about Harry and Meaghan, l don't get caught up in all the emotions people feel about them. I wish them well in life like any one else.
If their new project works that would be wonderful. There is far to much bullying in this world.
I know it's fairy land but it would be such a wonderful world of we could all stop judging and accept people for who they are. And keep an eye out for anyone close to you who is struggling. Just ask how you doing? You need a chat l am always here with a shoulder.
Kind regards to all Vicki

it is not fairyland, this is the real world. their nastiness is something not forgotten. when it is spoken it is there forever. no sorries make a blind bit of difference.

 

[Jo Piper3]

Take away how you may feel about Harry and Meaghan, l don't get caught up in all the emotions people feel about them. I wish them well in life like any one else.
If their new project works that would be wonderful. There is far to much bullying in this world.
I know it's fairy land but it would be such a wonderful world of we could all stop judging and accept people for who they are. And keep an eye out for anyone close to you who is struggling. Just ask how you doing? You need a chat l am always here with a shoulder.
Kind regards to all Vicki

Thanks Vicki, I totally agree, people should be kinder and not judge others (you never know what other people are going through).

 

[Daibhin]

The only they've got left to moan about is how many times they go for a crap? and the way they wipe their arse>

 

[Daibhin]

Normally I don’t comment much about royalty. But it’s so blatantly obvious that Meghan is still acting. Still wanting attention and sympathy (for what??), under the guise of “The Parents’ Network”, this time.

Any normal person who’s in the financial position that she is, would seek professional help for all her problems, if indeed she’s as hard done by as she claims. Who in their right mind would cry out to the world, “Feel sorry for me”?

Personally, I feel the best answer for a self-centred person is to ignore them. She knows what she’s doing.

That’s it from me.

It's the children I feel for with parents wno use them in all sorts of ways just to ke themseles in the news. How sad must one be to pretend to want privacy yet use all sorts of ridiculous ways to stay in any sorts of media, especially now when people are sick of their "poor rich me"whining.
Maybe she should go back to being an actress, honestly, then she could bitch about being the bread winner.

 

[Daibhin]

As far as I can see with all her search for notice she is definitely no protecting their children.

 

[TrishBin]

She has a vivid imagination. If you don’t want to be bullied online then don’t go online! I doubt that even a tenth of the supposed messages were anywhere but in her head and she has misinterpreted many others. Some messages will have been true as she is well known to severely bully her staff. That is why there has always been such a huge turnover in staff both in England and in the US. Her latest attempts to bull her way into events she was not invited to show she has some significant issues with reality and how to make people like you. She appears to be raising her children in total isolation from normal kids and they will turn out to be two of the worst children anyone could ever imagine because they will have been brought up to believe their mother’s idea of their importance. They are just kids and should be down at the playground with others their age, learning how to play and share equipment provided. At home they have everything except age appropriate company. Thanks to Meghan they will be rich, spoiled, entitled brats who take and never give. I don’t believe that the recent interview was planned for when it happened as there had been no brass band announcement before hand, but they couldn’t allow the Prince and Princess of Wales to launch their new organisation without challenging it! They launched their new project with minimal fuss and no self promotion. How typical of Meghan to suddenly have to have a public interview telling us very little new. How sad that she has broken Harry’s ties with his family. Even if he wants to do something she decides if he should in most cases. It was interesting to see her holding onto him as he went up to receive an award he never should have been given, until he tersely told her to let go! She wanted to be up on the stage and undoubtedly make some remarks. She really misses the limelight. She is pathetic.

 

[TrishBin]

They complain about bullying, yet they bully and intimidate many through their book and interviews. They cause speculation making suggestions and comments but not naming names. That puts everyone in the frame.
They carry on about privacy but reveal private things about whoever they choose. Can't understand why they haven't been sued themselves.

Because it is the US and you only have to look at Trump and his constant slander and libel which in many other countries would have had him in gaol. Over there it’s freedom of speech. How else could he get away with the insults he has thrown at Biden, who has rarely said a word out of place. Now he is doing it to Harris. It is allowed and so they all do it. Thankfully it is not allowed here and usually ends in court. (Australia)

 

[NotNats]

Sorry but I don't believe a word she says. I have had Manic Depression/ Bipola since early teen years and I never carried on like her. She is trying to live of other people's stories and pain. Pain and simple she is an incredibly good con-artist, end of story.

 

[mylittletibbies]

I agree, my husband suffered from bipolar, it runs in his family, one daughter, three nieces and one nephew .
All of them keep to themselves, avoid company, don't talk about their problems.
To go on TV being interviewed and boohooing is the last thing any of them would do.
Sorry, but I don't believe a word she says, she just wants to keep herself in the limelight. The only one bullying here is her.
I feel sorry for their children being deprived of their extended family and neglected by their parents who are too busy jet setting around the world making sure they remain relevant.
Harry's supposedly afraid to go to London without security which he expects the taxpayers to pay for after he turned his back on them, yet they went off to Nigeria, where this poor country paid for their security.
Now they're planning a trip to Colombia, One of the most violent countries on earth.
They are so full of it.

 

[mylittletibbies]

Sorry but I don't believe a word she says. I have had Manic Depression/ Bipola since early teen years and I never carried on like her. She is trying to live of other people's stories and pain. Pain and simple she is an incredibly good con-artist, end of story.

So sorry to hear that you have had to suffer this, as did my husband.
You are so right, the way she carries on is not at all typical.
She sure knows how to play the part though, and people who have no experience of these actual problems get suckered in.
We'll never hear the end of them as long as the media can still keep churning out garbage and giving them air time.