The renowned psychologist from the United States, Marc Brackett, has shared an unexpected detail about the Princess of Wales. The specialist, founder of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, has revealed an unexpected detail that shows a different side of Kate Middleton.
As part of the promotion for his new book Dealing With Feeling, Brackett recalled his meeting with the princess. The psychologist emphasized that, far from limiting herself to her institutional role, she became actively involved in the study of emotional intelligence. His words have surprised the public, as they show a lesser-known side of Kate.
A career marked by research
Marc Brackett has dedicated decades to research on emotions and their impact on daily life. As director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, he has promoted projects that seek to integrate emotional well-being in schools and society. His proposal focuses on understanding that no emotion is negative, but that all provide valuable information.
His first book, Permission to Feel (2019), became a reference for professionals and families. In it, he developed the idea that recognizing and managing emotions opens the door to a more balanced life. Now, with Dealing With Feeling, he proposes a practical method to use emotions as a driver of change.
In addition to his work at Yale, Brackett is an advisor to various international institutions. He is a member of the CASEL (Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning) board. He is also part of the Mental Health Council of Rare Beauty, Selena Gomez's foundation, which has adopted his well-known "mood meter."
Collaboration with the Princess of Wales
The psychologist recounted that he met Kate Middleton in 2023 during an event in Birmingham, organized by the Royal Foundation for Early Childhood. The Princess of Wales, according to his explanation, showed genuine concern for the mental well-being of children and for emotional education in classrooms.
During that meeting, Brackett was able to see that Kate was not only informed, but had read his first book carefully. The princess gathered a team of advisors and worked on how to apply the knowledge of the science of emotions to child development. The specialist described her goals as "beautiful," because they seek to lay the foundations for a society with better mental health.
Brackett himself acknowledged that the princess was not looking for quick solutions or superficial advice. Her interest was focused on thoroughly understanding scientific studies and finding ways to transfer them to concrete projects that would benefit future generations.
The secret revealed: Kate's passion for science
The American psychologist surprised people by saying that the Princess of Wales did not limit herself to listening to his advice. According to Brackett, Kate Middleton delved into various academic texts on emotional intelligence. "She read scientific literature," the expert explained, highlighting the seriousness with which the princess approached the subject.
This detail, seemingly simple, reflects the princess's personal commitment to the cause of mental health. Far from remaining in an institutional role, she wanted to understand firsthand the scientific foundations that support Brackett's work. The psychologist assures that this attitude allowed her to ask deep and very relevant questions during their meetings.
Brackett emphasized that this side of Kate shows a real interest in applying research to social projects. The princess was concerned about how to transfer those ideas to children's education, seeking tools that would promote emotional well-being from an early age. For the specialist, her curiosity and dedication are proof of the active role she plays as a future queen.