Jennifer Lopez Breaks Silence on Divorce from Ben Affleck: “I Thought I Had It All Figured Out”
Jennifer Lopez has finally opened up about her divorce from Ben Affleck, marking the end of their two-year marriage. In a candid interview with comedian Nikki Glaser, the Unstoppable star didn’t hold back on the emotional turmoil she’s faced post-separation.
Lopez admitted that navigating the aftermath of the split was incredibly challenging, calling it “f—ing hard!” as she reflected on the intense emotions and lessons she’s had to confront.
“I thought I had figured it out,” she confessed. But life, as she puts it, has a way of throwing curveballs, testing whether or not those lessons have truly been learned.
Lopez shared that even after feeling like she had grown, life sent her yet another challenge. “Let’s see if you really have learned that lesson,” she said, realizing in those moments that she hadn’t fully grasped it yet.
Turning the conversation toward her current dating life, JLo revealed she’s now embracing being on her own. “I’m not looking for anybody,” she said, emphasizing her desire for independence and self-exploration after decades of being in relationships.
She expressed excitement about this new phase of life, noting that for the first time in 25 or 30 years, she’s focusing solely on herself. “What if I’m just free?” she pondered, as she reflected on the power of self-discovery.
Lopez shared some deep insights about the work that comes with understanding oneself. “It’s looking back at the feelings underneath,” she explained, pointing to the importance of examining the belief systems that drive our choices and patterns.
The singer and actress reflected on how crucial it is to keep learning and growing, even when things seem stable. When life suddenly “blows up in your face,” as it did for her, it’s a reminder to look inward. “Never stop looking inward, because it’s so easy to blame everybody else,” she advised.
As she spoke about the summer during which she filed for divorce, Lopez opened up about her journey toward self-sufficiency. “You have to be healthy. You have to be complete if you want something that’s more complete,” she shared, highlighting the importance of being whole on her own.
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Although she thought she had learned that lesson, this summer was a turning point. “I had to be like, ‘I need to go off and be on my own,’” she revealed, determined to prove to herself that she could thrive independently.
Jennifer didn’t shy away from admitting that being alone felt “lonely, unfamiliar, scary.” There were moments of sadness and even desperation. However, she found strength in sitting with those difficult emotions, realizing they wouldn’t destroy her.
Ultimately, Lopez found a newfound sense of joy and happiness, independent of any relationship. “Being in a relationship doesn’t define me,” she declared, reaffirming her belief in the importance of self-love and personal growth.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, who famously reconnected in 2021, tied the knot in 2022. Their love story had originally begun in the early 2000s, with an engagement from 2002 to 2004 before the couple called it off. Now, they find themselves navigating the complexities of divorce once again.
Lopez’s openness about her struggles and the lessons she’s learned serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of self-reflection and resilience in the face of life’s challenges. Fans will no doubt be inspired by her vulnerability and strength as she embarks on this new chapter.
