Meghan Markle opened up about an emotional topic during the final episode of her podcast, Confessions of a Female Founder, in a heartfelt conversation with Sara Blakely, the founder of SPANX. The two discussed the impact of parental influence on personal and professional growth.
Sara Blakely shared how her father played a crucial role in shaping her entrepreneurial mindset by encouraging a healthy attitude toward failure. Meghan, 43, who has had a strained relationship with her own father, Thomas Markle Sr., 80, expressed deep admiration for the positive influence Blakely’s father provided.
Recalling a lesson she heard from Sara, Meghan said, “I remember reading, or maybe you told me, that when you are younger your dad would ask around the dinner table, ‘What did you fail at this week? What did you fail at today?’ If you failed, at least you tried—beautifully—and it doesn’t matter if you failed.”
Though Meghan and her father have been distant for years, she has previously recognized the important role he played during her early life, showing a nuanced understanding of family dynamics and growth. This candid moment gave listeners a glimpse into Meghan’s personal reflections on family and resilience.
