Future King opens up about emotional struggles while volunteering during Covid
Prince William has shared a deeply personal moment from his past, recalling a "terrifying" experience while volunteering for a mental health helpline during the Covid pandemic.
During his visit to Mental Health Innovations (MHI), the Prince of Wales spoke about his time working with Shout 85258, a text-based crisis service launched by his Royal Foundation in 2020.
"I did volunteering for a bit back over Covid, and some of those conversations lived with me for quite a long time afterwards," William admitted.
He reflected on the emotional weight of the role, adding, "You always say to yourself, ‘Did I give enough? Did I do enough? Did I find the right answer?’"
His visit to Mental Health Innovations comes as the charity, which provides crucial support to young people, merges with The Mix to expand its outreach.
Kensington Palace released new photos alongside a powerful statement about the initiative:
"A closer look at the future of mental health support and learning how it’s being powered by young voices, data, and cutting-edge AI technology at Mental Health Innovations."
The Palace also praised the efforts of young volunteers, highlighting their role in making "real change" and ensuring that more people have access to life-changing support when they need it most.
