While she may have survived on her father’s credit card as Rachel in F.R.I.E.N.D.S, Jennifer Aniston is one independent woman who has carved herself as a feminine Hollywood icon over the years. An actor, an entrepreneur, a dedicated friend, a former wife and a loving girlfriend, she juggles all of her roles and dreams with exemplary expertise, excelling in everything she puts her hands on.But more than her career or her relations what defined Jennifer Aniston in the eyes of millions of women worldwide, is her fierce independence and womanhood. She stood her ground with Ross over them not being on a break, and she keeps her foot down now on what she truly wants from love. Here are 5 lessons strong women can learn from Jennifer Aniston about marriage and relationships.
It’s okay to file for a divorce
In what is still known as one of the most high-profile and ideal couples of Hollywood, Jennifer Aniston was once married to Brad Pitt. The couple tied the knot in 2000 and separated after five years of marriage. While rumours claimed that Pitt’s proximity to co-star Angelina Jolie on the sets of ‘Mr. & Mrs. Smith’ played a role in the separation, Aniston later clarified that the relationship was simply not meant to be. While the couple’s divorce fuelled many tabloids, Aniston stood firm in her decision and showcased a brave spirit through it all.
Waiting for love is worth it
In the current era of modern dating, where people reject each other over height differences and accents, one can feel hopeless about finding love. Moreover, dating apps have made relationships more surface-level and exploratory than a bond. However, if you look at Jennifer Aniston’s life you will realise that waiting for love is worth it. After a divorce and many other failed relationships, she finally found love at the age of 56, with Jim Curtis, a self-help hypnotist and author.
Dating has no age
Aniston has been dating since the age of 25, as per public knowledge. Back then, she dated actor Daniel McDonald with whom she broke up “just before Friends.” In a 1999 interview, she said he would have been the one but she was “25 and stupid.” Over the years, she went on to date Vince Vaughn, Tate Donovan, John Mayer, married and divorced Justin Theroux, and finally found love with Curtis. Over the years, Aniston never gave up on love or finding the one. No matter what you go through in the journey of romance, it is important to persevere because as they say, “the one” is only a myth until you find them.
Seal it before you reveal it
While Aniston faced the paparazzi, modern daters face the urge to make things social media official or brag about their love to their friends online. However, one of the best trends to pick up on in the world of social media is keeping your relationship under wraps until you are sure about the person you are dating. This not only helps in focusing on your bond personally but also helps keep other opinions out of your mind. Aniston has been notoriously quiet about her dating life, only revealing little details at her own time and place.
Stay rooted in self-worth
Despite years of being labelled by her relationships and work, Aniston has created her own life outside of the public eye. She has consistently emphasised self-love over validation from others. She enjoys her set of friends whom she dedicatedly supports, shares love with her beau and fulfils her dreams of entrepreneurship, all on her own timeline.
