Childhood or Crown? Unveiling the Heavy Burden of Being 12-year-old Prince George!

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At just twelve years old, Prince George carries a responsibility far beyond what other children his age experience. As the eldest son of Prince William (43) and Princess Kate (43), he is already in the public eye - and has long known that one day the crown of England will rest on his shoulders. But how does the young prince really feel about this enormous expectation? Isn't this burden too heavy for a child?

A serious look and clenched fists: Signs of the burden?

In the rare moments when Prince George appears in public, his serious facial expression is noticeable. His head slightly lowered, his hands clenched into little fists - he seems less like a child and more like a small adult. In suit, shirt, and tie, with shiny polished leather shoes, he accompanies his parents to official appointments. These appearances are not a game, but part of his future - a future that leaves him no choice. Spanish child psychologist Diana Jiménez warns of the consequences of this early "maturity": "Children must not forget that they are children. They need space to play, make mistakes, laugh, and express their fears." For Prince George, however, this "normal" life is often difficult to access. Between protocol, duties, and palace life, there is little room for childlike freedom. Read more here:

Puberty meets royal duties

George is in the throes of puberty, a challenging phase of life in itself. But for the young prince, his mother's cancer diagnosis has also left deep scars. "At twelve years old, he is still close to childhood," explains Diana Jiménez. "It is important that his parents don't rush anything and give him time to go through all the stages at his own pace."