Next time you feel overwhelmed by a big responsibility, think of Princess Astrid. She was twenty-one, likely terrified, and still said “yes.” She didn’t let her age define her limits—she let it define her potential.
And here’s the best part: you don’t need a crown to do the same. Whether you’re starting a new hobby, a new job, or just trying to make dinner without ordering pizza, remember that the age you start is just a number. What matters is the service you give along the way.
So here’s to Princess Astrid, who at twenty-one began a dance that’s still going strong. And here’s to you, too, for showing up to your own life every single day. You’re more royal than you think.