Meghan Markle’s Commitment to Mental Health and Professional Growth at TIME100 Summit
During her recent appearance at the TIME100 Summit in New York City on April 23, 2025, Meghan Markle emphasized her dedication to prioritizing mental health and establishing personal boundaries. As a mother of two, she aims to model these values for her children, Prince Archie, 5, and Princess Lilibet, 3.
Setting Boundaries for Mental Well-being
Markle articulated the importance of creating boundaries saying, “I have made a very, very conscious effort to create boundaries for myself and for my mental health, for my well-being and certainly to role model that as well for my children.” She elaborated on her approach to parenting, focusing not only on raising strong daughters but also on cultivating healthy self-esteem in her son, emphasizing, “It’s just as paramount of importance for young men to be raised with a confidence and sense of self that is going to empower the women around them too.”
Filtering Out Negative Influences
Citing a quote from comedian Tina Fey, Markle humorously noted the potential pitfalls of online scrutiny, stating, “If you ever start to feel good about yourself, they have this thing called the internet, and you can find a lot of people there who don’t like you.” She explained her strategy for coping with online negativity: “I try to tune out whatever that noise is and really not give it any credence. That has become so much a part of my day-to-day life.” Consequently, she avoids searching for information about herself online, acknowledging that such an approach may lead her to occasionally be “late on the boat” regarding trending topics.
Focusing on Personal Peace
Markle shared how her selective engagement with media allows her to remain level-headed. “Things will get brought to my attention on a need-to-know basis,” she noted, underscoring that this practice contributes to her sense of peace and enables her to maintain a concentrated focus on her various creative endeavors.
Achievements and Reflections on Happiness
Opening up about her emotional state, Markle declared, “A confession for you today that I can comfortably say is that I’m the happiest I’ve ever been.” With Prince Harry by her side at the summit, she expressed gratitude for their supportive relationship and the happiness their children bring. “I never would have imagined at this point I would feel so happy and grateful, and I really do,” she reflected.
Balancing Professional Ambitions and Family Life
Despite her busy schedule, which includes launching her Netflix series, With Love, her lifestyle brand, As Ever, and her new podcast, Confessions of a Female Founder, Markle has learned to approach her work with patience. She stated, “It’s been incredibly busy and ambitious… I’ve been giving myself the space and the grace to make mistakes, to know that you’re not going to get it right every day.”
Putting Family First
Ultimately, Markle emphasizes the importance of family, asserting that the significance of her children overshadows any professional achievements. “When it feels like something is so, so big, it somehow becomes microscopic in importance to what’s happening with your children,” she said, highlighting her commitment to family as her primary focus.