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When you\u2019re a kid, you\u2019re probably not thinking too much about death. But the calculation changes when you\u2019re a royal, particularly one in line to the throne<\/a>. Then you\u2019re probably keenly aware of who is before you and what that means for your future. And Prince George<\/a>, who is third in line to the throne, is apparently in that predicament.<\/p>\n George, who is 12, apparently keenly understands the weight of the crown. One source familiar with the royal family<\/a> told RadarOnline<\/em><\/a>, \u201cThe passing of Queen Elizabeth marked a profound turning point in George\u2019s understanding of who he is and what lies ahead. Before that, the idea of one day becoming king was something distant and theoretical, a concept discussed in books and family history rather than something with immediate relevance to his own life. Her death brought home the reality that the Crown is passed from one generation to the next and that, one day, those responsibilities will ultimately fall to him.\u201d<\/p>\n More from StyleCaster<\/strong><\/p>\n Related:\u00a0<\/strong>Here\u2019s what each royal inherited from Queen Elizabeth<\/a><\/p>\n And his family has reportedly been preparing him for his responsibilities. \u201cThat period prompted important conversations within the family about duty, service, and continuity. George began to appreciate that being born into the direct line of succession is about far more than waving to crowds from a balcony or taking part in major state occasions. He is gradually learning that the role comes with enormous obligations, lifelong scrutiny, and a commitment to putting institution and country before personal preference,\u201d the insider added.<\/p>\n Royal experts believe the young prince is already \u201cpainfully conscious\u201d of the position he will one day inherit.\u201dEven though George knows his time as king is years away, he is still painfully aware of issues like death, succession, the responsibility of being a senior royal \u2013 and, ultimately, his destiny as a future king once his father passes away,\u201d they said.<\/p>\n \u201cThese are colossal concepts for a child to bear \u2013 and ones adults would struggle with \u2013 but his parents are making sure there is a \u2018gently, gently\u2019 approach to helping him cope with his position in society.\u201d<\/p>\n Reportedly, his parents are trying to make sure George still has as normal a childhood as possible within the circumstances. That includes not thrusting him into too much responsibility before he\u2019s ready. \u201cAt the same time, William and Catherine<\/a> have been extremely careful about how this knowledge is introduced. Their priority has always been ensuring that George enjoys as normal and happy a childhood as possible. They don\u2019t want him growing up feeling the weight of the monarchy on his shoulders every waking moment. Instead, they have tried to help him understand his future in stages, in a way that is appropriate for his age and maturity,\u201d the source said.<\/p>\n The source noted, \u201cGeorge is an intelligent young boy, and he asks questions. He understands far more than many people realize. He knows that his father will one day be king and that he will follow after him. He is also increasingly aware that the monarchy is shaped by major life events, including loss, succession, and change. That doesn\u2019t mean he is constantly worried about it, but it does mean he has begun to grasp the significance of his place within the family and within history.\u201d<\/p>\n And this is especially important considering his grandfather, King Charles, has been battling cancer for a few years, and preparations for his father to take the throne sooner or later are already in place.<\/p>\n It might not happen anytime soon, but George will one day be king. And everyone, including him, knows it.<\/p>\n Best of StyleCaster<\/strong><\/p>\n Sign up for Stylecaster’s Newsletter<\/a>. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook<\/a>, Twitter<\/a>, and Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.yahoo.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" When you\u2019re a kid, you\u2019re probably not thinking too much about death. But the calculation changes when you\u2019re a royal, particularly one in line to the throne. Then you\u2019re probably keenly aware of who is before you and what that means for your future. 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