There’s no denying that Queen Elizabeth has had a tough year.

“Queen Elizabeth is a strong woman but she will greatly miss her husband and best friend.

That’s why it was so important for Queen Elizabeth to spend the holidays with her family.

Queen Elizabeth II in blue hat

“Her ability to compartmentalize has been extremely helpful in her life.

“She won’t let things crowd in on her.

She is mentally disciplined and that has helped her through these 70 years.

Queen Elizabeth with a Christmas tree

It has enabled her to deal with all the things and not allow things to overwhelm her.