• Jennifer Lopez opens up in new interview after divorce
  • She's isn't searching for love after Ben Affleck split
  • J.Lo is “excited” to be by herself

Two years after saying "I do" in a whirlwind Las Vegas ceremony, Lopez and Affleck called it quits, sparking waves of speculation. But it seems J.Lo is turning the page, focusing on self-discovery and the joys of flying solo. "What if I’m just free?" she pondered, highlighting the mix of emotions, from loneliness to liberation, that have marked her path to self-reliance.

Lopez didn't shy away from describing the rollercoaster of feelings accompanying her new single status. "Lonely, unfamiliar, scary," yet she insists that these emotions won't define her. The Grammy nominee is determined to find happiness within, a stark departure from her previous "romantic" self, which she now looks back on with a mix of fondness and critique.

The road to self-love

Despite her history of high-profile relationships, including marriages to Ojani Noa, Cris Judd, and Marc Anthony, Lopez is now prioritizing her relationship with herself. She candidly reflects on her past, calling her old self a "dumb bitch" for seeking fulfillment in partners rather than within. It's a bold statement of independence from someone who's lived much of her life in the limelight.

While she didn't mention Affleck by name, the context is clear. Their split, followed by public appearances and ongoing divorce proceedings, has been the subject of much speculation. Yet, Lopez's focus remains steadfast on her personal growth and happiness, a powerful message to anyone finding themselves at a crossroads in life.

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