Kelly Clarkson’s marriage to Brandon Blackstock ultimately came to an end, and following their divorce, the singer has been candid about the factors that played a role.
Kelly Clarkson’s Marriage Lasted Because Of Her ‘Ego’, Says She Was Feeling ‘Limited’
During an episode of Glennon Doyle’s, “We Can Do Hard Things” podcast, Grammy Award-winning artist Kelly Clarkson opened up about the dissolution of her nearly seven-year marriage.
She shared that she was initially reluctant to end things with Brandon Blackstock, as she held onto the belief that she could mend their fractured relationship on her own.
The “Stronger” singer revealed to Doyle, “I’m like, ‘I can do this.’ My ego is like, ‘I can control my actions. I can control my reactions,’” she added, “It becomes a little bit of your ego that gets in the way.”
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What Happened To Kelly Clarkson’s marriage?
Kelly Clarkson divorce was filed in June 2020 and after 3 years, she recently opened up about how her “ego” played a part in keeping the marriage intact.
The reason for the split, as cited by Clarkson, was “irreconcilable differences.” The former couple continues to share joint custody of their children, daughter River Rose, 9, and son Remy, 7.
Clarkson, who experienced her own parents’ divorce, expressed her and Blackstock’s shared determination to shield their children from the same experience.
“We don’t want to do what we saw done,” she emphasized. “I’m like, ‘I don’t want my kids to be those kids at school.’”
The therapist shared a valuable insight with the “Stronger” composer, stating, “It’s OK for your kids to see you struggling. That’s life.”
Reflecting on her romantic history, Clarkson revealed that her relationship with Blackstock was her sole significant romance.
She explained, “I was essentially single until around the age of 30… I mean, in terms of genuine relationships, he was the only one. I’ve become quite adept at embracing a solitary life.”
Now embracing her newfound single status, Clarkson finds it incredibly liberating, describing it as “freeing.” She appreciates the solace of being alone, fully immersing herself in her own world and embracing the bliss that comes with it.
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Says, “Sometimes it’s nice just to be alone.”
During a March podcast appearance, Clarkson had previously emphasized that her decision to divorce was not a hasty one and took a considerable amount of time.
She expressed the challenges of having the divorce process publicized and people assuming they knew the entire story.
Clarkson said, “The thing about divorce, especially having it publicized”, she added, “The hardest part of that is, it wasn’t an overnight decision.”
In her quest for a remarkable and fulfilling relationship, Clarkson strived to create something extraordinary.
However, despite her sincere intentions and considerable efforts, the outcome did not align with her vision. These candid statements from Clarkson shed light on the profound emotional journey she experienced before ultimately deciding to pursue a divorce.
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By openly discussing her experiences, Clarkson encourages others to reflect on their own relationships and reminds us that sometimes, despite our best efforts, the most courageous decision can be to let go and prioritize our own happiness.
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