Toledo
Heir Apparent
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- Apr 16, 2005
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I’d say the number of engagements is indeed not the problem. His perceived general lack of direction in life is. He already spend a year in Trondheim without any clear purpose (other than be with his girlfriend), then followed her to Italy where he was supposedly was exploring his interest in film (although it is unclear how and why Milano would be a good place for that) and returned when he broke up with his girlfriend. All signs that he has very little clue what he wants to do with his life. And yes, people might change but it would be wise to make a real effort.
What I see is the common denominator with the NRF is what parents that look the other way end up getting our of their kids when they become adults. Haakon and Mette have provided a life of privilege to them, I include the one in legal troubles too, and results are adults still acting as minors but with the parents' resources to care little about what to do in life.
If we establish a contrast with the other royals from their generation, like in Denmark and Spain, the children were raised with responsibilities and now as adults they are doing public events and staying off negative people like pros.
I think the best thing for Prince Sverre Magnus would be to have his own job/business (without it being controversial) and combine that with work for the Norwegian royal family. He could support some cause/institution, for example.
Now, continuing like this without a defined direction is not good for his image, and people will start to question him.
I put that on the shoulders of his parents because at such a young age, and no idea what is he good at, gives us a clue he was spoiled and never needed to put an effort to get a clear idea of what happens after he's an adult. The big clue could be the parents spend so most time tolerating and ignoring the antics of his half brother they follow same formula with the rest of the children.
And that also reflects the King and Queen for not stepping in and laying down rules and responsibilities to their son and his children.
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