Jennifer Lopez has revealed her much-needed self-care routine after the “intense year” she’s experienced.
In addition to splitting from her husband of two years Ben Affleck, 52, her former relationship with ex-boyfriend Sean “Diddy” Combs has also recently resurfaced amid his multiple sexual assault allegations.
The mum-of-two, 55 – who shares twins Emme and Max, 16, with ex-husband Marc Anthony, 56, – describes her ‘consistent’ self-care routine that helps her stay calm – including meditating.
“It’s been a pretty intense year for me,” the Block singer’s Jenny admits People.
“I’m most looking forward to spending time with my kids and my family who are from the East Coast,” she said.
Jennifer Lopez, 55, has learned to take some time for herself after the “intense year” she has experienced, including divorcing Ben Affleck, 52, and seeing her ex-boyfriend Diddy face charges on multiple charges of sexual assault and abuse
“The holidays are such a special time for us and always have been since I was a little girl.”
“And I really look forward to those moments where I can be with my sisters and just relax and have fun and create new memories.”
To deal with stress at work and at home, the Let’s Get Loud artist has implemented a wellness regimen that includes “sticking to my skin care even when I’m tired.”
She’s also promised herself to “continue to make time to exercise so I can stay energized and find moments to relax and recharge, whether that’s through a small affirmation or a few minutes of mindful breathing meditation for a few minutes.” in the morning,” she says. said.
‘Once the kids go to bed, I say, “Okay, my time.” Put on my face mask. Watch The Great British Baking Show or whatever.” she explained.
The actress, who is receiving critical acclaim for her performance in the upcoming Unstoppable, as the mother of a disabled athlete, continues to struggle with a busy schedule. The fact-based drama will hit theaters on December 6.
She has several projects in the pipeline, including the release of the musical Kiss of the Spider Woman.
As she searches for balance, Lopez explained, “I think a lot of it is about connecting more deeply with myself and with God, making sure we check in with ourselves so that we can be great for everyone from who we love around us.’
The actress, who is receiving critical acclaim for her performance in the upcoming Unstoppable, as the mother of a disabled athlete, continues to struggle with a busy schedule. Unstoppable will be in theaters on December 6
JLo’s wellness regimen includes “making time to exercise so I can stay energized, and finding moments to relax and recharge,” she told People
She also takes time to “relax and recharge…whether it’s through a little affirmation or through some mindful breathing meditation for a few minutes in the morning,” she told the outlet.
The actress and singer said she expects a festive holiday season. “I’m most looking forward to spending time with my kids and my family who are from the East Coast,” she said
As she gets in touch with her higher power, the hitmaker said she’s “also setting my sights on pushing my limits creatively and seeing where that takes me, whether that’s through acting or music or producing or expanding JLo Beauty.”
“I want to continue to challenge myself to evolve,” she said, “and try new things, while at the same time staying true to who I am and those I love.”
As for the upcoming holidays, the admitted perfectionist realizes her balancing act may pose some challenges.
“I love all the decorations and the hot chocolate and the music and the food, and I’m one of those people who really tries to create a storybook for my kids with all those things. “I love the holidays,” she admitted.