In a recent interview with Interview Magazine, Jennifer Lopez shared her newfound peace with being alone following her divorce from Ben Affleck. She reflected on her journey toward self-acceptance and personal growth.
When asked about the importance of self-love, Lopez acknowledged the common belief that one must love themselves before allowing someone else to love them. “That, to me, is a scary thing too,” she said. “It’s like, ‘Oh, you couldn’t love me if I have flaws. I have to be perfect to be loved.’ That’s not true!” She emphasized that true love involves supporting each other through imperfections and helping one another grow.
Lopez surprised her interviewer when discussing her future dating standards, stating, “There’s no new bar because I’m not looking for anybody. How’s that?” This admission marked a significant moment for her as a single woman. She laughed and remarked, “For people who are romantics, we think, ‘I have to have that to be whole and happy.’ And you don’t. It only took 30 years.”
Her candid reflections highlight a transformative phase in her life, embracing solitude and self-discovery after years of navigating relationships.