Prince Harry now ‘most confident self’ and ‘finding purpose’ as expert pinpoints signs

Prince Harry has reached new heights of confidence and purpose since stepping back from his role as a senior member of the Royal Family in 2020, according to a body language expert.

The Duke of Sussex will celebrate his 40th birthday on September 15. Darren Stanton has analysed his evolution, noting that Harry is now more at ease and self-assured than ever before.

Speaking on behalf of Betfair Bingo, the expert said: “Harry is currently his most confident self after finding his purpose and stepping away from his Royal duties.

“He is now in a position where he doesn’t feel as much pressure. Harry exudes a sense of security and freedom. He calmly carries himself, he’s collected and at peace.

“Before stepping away, Harry didn’t have the same levels of confidence that he portrays now. He previously would demonstrate feelings of nervousness and frustration.

“We would see his cheeks flush red when he felt embarrassed or on edge, as well as adopting regular fake smiles to cover up his true emotions. He would struggle to maintain consistent eye contact – a key sign of lack of confidence.

“Nowadays, we rarely see Harry adopting any of these gestures, which tells us there has been massive growth in confidence in recent years.”

In 2020 Harry, along with his wife Meghan Markle, stepped away from their senior royal duties before eventually relocating to Montecito, California, where they now live.

Stanton believes moving away from the UK “has been the making” of the Duke of Sussex.

He explained: “It’s been a catalyst for some huge changes in him as a person as well as a royal. He’s now found his purpose with the Invictus Games. It’s his calling and he’s been able to make it his own, which has only added to his levels of independence.”

Stanton observed that Harry now regularly displays signs of being at peace – a stark contrast to his earlier years.