Kaylah Walton
Shailene Woodley candidly discusses her past engagement with Aaron Rodgers, revealing the ups and downs she faced during their time together.
The 33-year-old actress reflects on her relationship with the NFL star, which ended in early 2022, expressing how it had elements of both “toxicity” and “beauty.”
Woodley shared that her long-lasting engagement took a hefty emotional toll on her.
“I felt like I lost my soul, my self, my happiness, my joy,” Woodley expressed.
The emotional fallout led to struggles with depression and anxiety, and it was only after the end of the relationship that she started to heal.
Despite its challenges, Woodley recognized the beautiful moments she and Rodgers shared.
“It was not right. But it was beautiful,” she reflected, summarizing the complexity of their connection. Her insights resonate with many fans dealing with the disappointment of Rodgers’ brief time with the Jets.
Navigating a tough breakup and finding closure
Woodley discussed the challenges following the breakup, crediting her best friend for helping her regain her footing. She acknowledged that thoughts of her time with Rodgers still bring her to tears.
“I still cry about it,” Woodley admitted, emphasizing the lasting effects of the relationship.
Her recent comments echo sentiments she previously shared regarding her engagement while promoting her new series “Three Women.”
As she filmed the series, her engagement to the 40-year-old athlete was ending, leading her to state, “Just a broken heart. A broken heart that healed and broke again,” when interviewed by Bustle.
Woodley mentioned that she often falls in love with those who are unavailable. “I am very open as a human. I love easily and deeply, but I do not love lightly,” she shared.
She emphasized the importance of focusing on self-care rather than trying to fix a relationship: “It’s been a long journey realizing that it’s not my responsibility to heal or change someone else, but to protect the genuine love and care I hold for others.”
