Jennifer Lopez has revealed her much-needed self-care routine after the ‘intense year’ she’s been through.
As well as divorcing her husband of two years Ben Affleck, 52, her past relationship with ex-boyfriend Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has also recently resurfaced amid his multiple allegations of sexual assault.
The mother-of-two, 55 – who shares twins Emme and Max, 16, with ex-husband Marc Anthony, 56, – is detailing her ‘consistent’ self-care routine that help make her remain calm – including meditating.
‘It was a pretty intense year for me,’ the Jenny from the Block singer has admitted to People.
‘I’m most looking forward to spending time with my kids and my family coming out from the East Coast, she said.
Jennifer Lopez, 55, has learned to take some time for herself after the ‘intense year’ she’s been through that includes divorcing Ben Affleck, 52, and seeing her former boyfriend Diddy charged on multiple counts of sexual assault and abuse
‘The holidays are such a special time for us and they’ve always been since I was a little girl.’
‘And I really look forward to those moments when I can be with my sisters and just relax and have fun and create new memories.’
To deal with stress from work and home, the Let’s Get Loud artist has implemented a wellness regimen that includes ‘sticking to my skincare even when I’m tired.’
She has also promised herself to keep ‘making time for working out so I can stay energized, and finding moments to relax and recharge, whether it’s through a little affirmation or a little mindful breathing meditation for a couple of minutes in the morning,’ she said.
‘Once the kids have gone to bed, I’m like, “okay, my time.” Put my face mask on. Watch The Great British Baking Show or whatever’s on.’ she explained.
The actress, who is receiving rave reviews for her performance in the upcoming Unstoppable, as the mother of a disable athlete, continues to juggle a busy schedule. The fact-based drama opens in theaters December 6.
She has several projects cued up, including the release of the musical Kiss of the Spider Woman.
As she seeks balance, Lopez explained, ‘I think a lot of it is about a deeper connection to myself and to God, making sure we’re checking with ourselves so we can be great for everybody that we love around us.’
The actress, who is receiving rave reviews for her performance in the upcoming Unstoppable, as the mother of a disable athlete, continues to juggle a busy schedule. Unstoppable opens in theaters December 6
JLo’s wellness regimen includes ‘making time for working out 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 a little mindful breathing meditation for a couple of minutes in the morning,’ she told the outlet
The actress and singer said she is anticipating a festive holiday season. ‘I’m most looking forward to spending time with my kids and my family coming out from the East Coast, she said
As she gets in touch with her higher power, the hitmaker said she is ‘also setting my sights on pushing my boundaries creatively and seeing where that takes me, whether that’s through acting or music or producing or expanding JLo Beauty.’
‘I want to continue challenging myself to evolve,’ she said, ‘and to try new things while all the while being true to who I am and those that I love.’
As for the upcoming holiday season, the admitted perfectionist realizes her balancing act could face some challenges.
‘I love all of the decorations and the hot chocolate and the music and the food, and I’m one of those people who really tries to make it out of a storybook for my kids with all of those things. I’m a sucker for the holidays,’ she admitted.