Meghan Markle Discusses Hesitations with Social Media and Criticism

In a conversation about her return to Instagram this year, Meghan Markle expressed her reluctance before sharing posts, specifically referring to her viral "twerking" video. The duchess, who is 44, remarked, “I waffle with some of my choices before I make them,” highlighting that although she typically feels decisive in her life, social media presents a unique challenge. She explained that sharing a video of herself during her pregnancy was a significant decision, yet she felt it was important for her to connect and allow others to see themselves in her experiences. She noted that amidst ongoing global distractions, real life continues behind the scenes, and she aimed to showcase that reality.

When the discussion turned to criticism surrounding the video, Meghan acknowledged that she intentionally shields herself from such negativity. Upon being informed that people often critique the video harshly, she responded, “I’m sure they did. I don’t know. But I also protect myself from seeing that.” This perspective aligns with her previous statements indicating that she generally avoids engaging with criticism directed towards her.