Kate Middleton’s 2024 became difficult after her cancer diagnosis.

Now, as the year wraps, Kate is looking forward to spending the holidays with her family as she has gained some new perspective. She opened up about the holidays which provide an “opportunity to slow down and reflect on the deeper things that connect us all.” In a special note, Kate said: “It is when we stop and take ourselves away from the pressures of daily life that we find the space to live our lives with an open heart, with love, kindness and forgiveness — so much of what the Christmas spirit is all about.”

The Royal made an emotional video statement on March 22, sharing her illness with the world. She completed her chemotherapy treatment earlier this year, but admitted that “my path to healing and full recovery is long and I must continue to take each day as it comes.”

She further added: “The cancer journey is complex, scary and unpredictable for everyone, especially those closest to you. With humility, it also brings you face to face with your own vulnerabilities in a way you have never considered before, and with that, a new perspective on everything.”

FILE - Britain's Prince William, left, and Britain's Kate, Princess of Wales, attend a ceremonial welcome for the President and the First Lady of the Republic of Korea at Horse Guards Parade in London, England on Nov. 21, 2023. Charles' illness comes at a awkward time, as his daughter in law, the Princess of Wales, has also had her own health issues, having recently been hospitalized for two weeks following abdominal surgery following at the private London clinic. The former Kate Middleton won't be returning to public duties until after Easter and that will prompt other members of the royal family to pick up the slack.(Chris Jackson/Pool Photo via AP, File)

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“This time has above all reminded William and me to reflect and be grateful for the simple yet important things in life, which so many of us often take for granted. Of simply loving and being loved.”

In a similar note, a friend of Kate’s told Closer: “It’s a really special time for Kate because she remembers how she felt at Christmas last year, and it’s been a complete 180.”

The friend added: “Now she sees her job as ‘service’ to the people in an even greater light. Kate does charitable projects with the children, but she tries to keep a low profile, so that it’s not about them and more about the people they’re helping.”

Like every year, the family will celebrate Christmas together. King Charles now takes lead on the family matters after the death of the late Queen Elizabeth. On Christmas morning, the Royal Family traditionally spends time at church at St. Mary Magdalene on the Sandringham estate before retiring to Sandringham House where they enjoy lunch together.