Four months after filing for divorce from Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez is reflecting on her personal journey and the strength she has developed through her challenging relationships. In a candid interview with Variety published on January 1, the 55-year-old singer and actress spoke about the lessons she has learned from her past experiences and how they have shaped her into the resilient woman she is today.

Lopez compared her own life to the character of Judy Robles, the real-life woman she portrays in the upcoming film Unstoppable. The movie follows the inspiring story of wrestler Anthony Robles, who overcame being born with one leg to become a champion. Jennifer shared that she felt a deep connection with Judy, especially in their shared experiences as Latina women, mothers, and individuals who have endured difficult relationships. “We were kindred spirits. We both grew up Latina in this country. We both had children and have hopes and dreams for them,” she explained.

Jennifer also opened up about the resilience women often build through life’s challenges. “Women are strong,” she said. “We have to be. From the minute women are born, we’re always having to prove ourselves to show we’re good enough. That creates a type of strength. And then a lot of us give birth, and there’s nothing that makes you stronger than doing that.”

Despite their ongoing divorce, Jennifer and Ben have continued to maintain a professional and positive relationship, particularly with their collaboration on Unstoppable. Ben, who co-produced the film, praised Jennifer for her dedication and commitment to the project. In November, he described her as “spectacular,” affirming that they believed in the right people behind the film.

However, Jennifer’s personal life has not been without its hurdles. She previously revealed in an interview with Interview magazine that after her breakup, she took time to focus on herself. “You have to be complete if you want something that’s more complete. You have to be good on your own,” she said. “I thought I learned that, but I didn’t. And then this summer, I had to be like, I need to go off and be on my own. I want to prove to myself that I can do that.”

Jennifer Lopez’s journey is a powerful reminder of the strength that comes from overcoming adversity and embracing growth through life’s challenges.