5 qualities that helped propel Meghan Markle into her succesful new life

5 qualities that helped propel Meghan Markle into her succesful new life 5 qualities that helped propel Meghan Markle into her succesful new life Even before she was a royal, Meghan Markle amassed a loyal following from her TV role on  Suits  and her lifestyle site  The Tig,  but once she entered a relationship with  Prince Harry  in 2016, she has become a worldwide favorite. Audiences have watched Markle grow into a beloved  fashion icon, a philanthropic world traveler, and an inspiring success.As we continue to obsess over everything Meghan  - from her outfits to her  acts of kindness  - here are five things you probably didn’t know helped propel the Duchess of Sussex into the exciting life she leads today.She finds meaning in her workSo much of our success relies on believing our work serves a real purpose  - and Markle understands that. A royal source told  ELLE  that Meghan is actually not only “well-liked,” but that  people are excited about her ideas and enthusiasm. In fact, Markle has shown a history of activism around causes that are important to her, going back to when she was just a child.  Back in 1993, an 11-year-old Markle went on  television  to talk about a soap commercial that implied washing dishes was women’s work. After creating buzz around her cause, the company changed their commercial. Working toward a greater goal makes your work all the more meaningful, and Markle has been able to find happiness and success in that crucial mindset.She understands the psychology of what we wearMarkle paid a visit to Smart Works, a charity that offers clothing and professional coaching to unemployed women with upcoming job interviews, the  Daily Mail reported. The organization, based in West London, emphasizes the psychology of  what we wear to work  -  when we feel more like ourselves, we perform better. Markle has made news for her own fashion statements, like  trading in her high heels for flats  -  and she’s opened up about paying just as much attention to the  purpose  behind how we dress. “We have a deep connection to what we wear,” Markle  shared  while presenting a fash ion award to her friend this year. “Sometimes it’s very personal, sometimes it’s emotional… This connection is rooted in really being able to understand that it’s about supporting and empowering each other.” By helping women in need find clothes that will help them succeed, she’s supporting others in being their best selves.She gives herself permission to slow downMarkle understands that your mental health sets the tone for everything else in your life, which is why she has made a point to prioritize her well-being and carve out time for herself, even amid her myriad royal responsibilities. Although the Duchess was expected to join her husband on a business trip to Zambia in November, she  decided to stay behind, feeling physically and mentally exhausted from her taxing travel schedule. Instead of ignoring the signs and fighting through, Markle decided to slow down and take a break. And that’s okay.She takes time to unplugResearch  shows that taking breaks from your devices can help you feel more present, less anxious, and generally happier  - and it seems the Duchess of Sussex has embraced the science behind  unplugging. In January of 2018, the  Daily Mail  pointed out that Markle had  deleted her social media  accounts, taking a break from the demanding nature of online platforms. Although that was likely a condition of becoming a royal, Markle reportedly said she felt “freer” after doing so. She continues to prioritize her  time away  from her devices, allowing herself to succeed without the constant buzz in her pocket.She reminds herself that she is enoughDuring her time so far as a royal, Markle has faced a slew of negative rumors and unflattering reports. As a public figure who has occasionally  parted from royal tradition, Markle has certainly had to deal with the stress of criticism in the media. But among the backlash, she has quieted her self-doubt by  maintaining a positive mindset  and  staying true to herself  in hard times. â €œWe just need to be kinder to ourselves,” she  said  in an  interview. “You can have questions of self-doubt. But at the end of the day, you are enough exactly as you are.”This article was originally published on ThriveGlobal.