Now enter Andy Bear, a PR pundit who has alerted us to a critical component of this mess: communication. Better communication, in Bear's opinion, may have avoided the current grief that permeates the world and made this exit less contentious. This was about safeguarding his family, as Prince Harry himself stated, but the way they went about it didn't sit well with the Royals.
Airing family grievances via tell-all books and groundbreaking documentaries was a choice that backfired, especially when dealing with the delicate dynamics of the royal family and their advisers.
Bear highlights the power struggle between the armies of communication and brand advisers employed by both sides. He suggests that taking a firmer stance to ensure that neither side aired negative messages in public could have allowed discussions to occur behind closed doors with more dignity and respect.
However, the blame doesn't solely rest on Meghan and Harry's shoulders. Bear rightfully notes that the royal family might have taken the "never complain, never explain" mantra a bit too far. There were inflammatory elements, such as accusations of a physical altercation between Harry and William, that could have been better handled.
Now, let's consider the missed opportunities. Royal analyst Bonnie Brownley paints a vivid picture of what could have been if Meghan and Harry had chosen to stay in the UK. Their influence could have been invaluable, especially among younger generations and in Commonwealth nations. Meghan, in particular, could have been a beacon of change, openness, and fairness. Millennials, a significant demographic, could have resonated with their message, potentially rejuvenating the Royal Family's popularity.
However, the reality we're left with is a far cry from the potential positivity they could have brought. Instead, we're left with a controversial exit, a royal family in disarray, and a global audience grappling with the aftermath. The spotlight-hungry nature of "Megxit" now stands exposed as a cautionary tale about the consequences of communication missteps and the lost opportunities for positive change.
As we reflect on this saga, one thing remains clear: better communication could have paved the way for a different outcome. Unfortunately, what we got was a lesson in how not to handle a royal exit, leaving us all wondering what could have been if only they had chosen a different path.
