Prince William emphasized the need for a generational effort to destigmatize mental health issues in the UK during a recent visit to Folly Farm, a 250-acre nature reserve in Pensford, Chew Valley. The Duke of Cambridge’s initiative Mental Health on Purpose argued that purposeful breaks from digital devices are key to restoring our mental health. Prince William is an impassioned advocate for farmers experiencing isolation and mental health issues. He serves as the proud patron of We Are Farming Minds, a charity established and funded by the Duchy of Cornwall.
“So with a lot of the work and the research we’ve done, it will take a generation to fix this, but I do think we’re headed the right way, and I’m excited by that journey and that progress.” – William
A camera crew from an Amazon Prime show were along with Prince William on his visit to Folly Farm. The crew followed his journey as he sought to raise awareness of the need for mental health care for farmers. Another issue Prince William raised during his visit was the frequent use of mobile phones.
“I worry how much we’re on our phones and data… First thing you’re doing when you wake up in the morning, last thing you do at night – check phones.” – William
The Duke of Cambridge humorously confessed that the atmosphere at Radio One felt appropriate for discussing his favorite emoji, which Vick Hope identified as the aubergine emoji. The shocker came during a one-on-one interview session with Hope in Birmingham.
“Yes it was, you mentioned the aubergine emoji was your favourite.” – Vick Hope
In another amusing moment, Prince William’s 11-year-old son, Prince George, requested that Kaleb Cooper, a farmer featured on Clarkson’s Farm, be mentioned. Prince George reportedly is a huge fan of the program, which features life on former Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson’s Diddly Squat Farm in Oxfordshire. Charlie Ireland, a co-star of Clarkson’s Farm, expressed enthusiasm over Prince George’s interest in the show.
“I did get told off for swearing too much… I tried to stop, but at the same time, it’s awesome. That’s what I like about the whole show… I’ve had so many people thank me, going ‘you brought the family together’. It’s a great feeling.” – Kaleb
