Jodie Turner-Smith Reveals the Key to Healing After Split with Joshua Jackson: The Power of Being Loved Well

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Jodie Turner-Smith seems to be prioritizing her personal development after parting ways with Joshua Jackson.

The 37-year-old model recently posted on Instagram on Tuesday, October 17, sharing a thought-provoking quote: "Love has the power to heal and nurture everything, including people."

Turner-Smith has previously used a quote to convey her emotions during her divorce. Earlier this month, she took to Instagram to share a post about her love language.

The post read, "Expressions of love are not always stated explicitly as 'I love you.' Sometimes they come in the form of concern for one's safety, asking if one has eaten, or offering to do something special for them."

Weeks after the confirmation of Jodie Turner-Smith's divorce filing from Jackson, 45, following four years of marriage, she has been actively engaged on social media. The petition for divorce mentioned irreconcilable differences as the reason for the split and specified September 13 as the date of separation for the couple.

According to a source, it has been revealed that Jackson was completely taken by surprise when Turner-Smith decided to end their marriage.

"Joshua was completely caught off guard by Jodie's choice to divorce," a source disclosed. "Like any couple, they had their challenges, especially being busy actors and parents. Joshua didn't realize the extent of Jodie's unhappiness."

Meanwhile, a second insider shared that Turner-Smith carefully considered her options before making a decision. "She was determined not to settle for something that didn't resonate with her," the source revealed. "When it wasn't working for her, she took decisive action."

Jackson and Turner-Smith ignited romance rumors in 2018 with a public display of affection. Just under a year later, they were seen leaving a California courthouse, seemingly holding a marriage license. In December 2019, it was revealed by Us that Jackson and Turner-Smith had privately exchanged vows. Shortly thereafter, their daughter was born.

Prior to their separation, Jackson acknowledged Turner-Smith's influence in his desire to marry. In an interview with London's The Times in April, he attributed it, in part, to age and finding someone at the right stage of life. Jackson stated, "If we had met five years earlier, we probably would have had a passionate affair, but I was not prepared for all the other aspects of marriage. I didn't think I ever wanted to get married."

The Fatal Attraction star publicly expressed his admiration for Turner-Smith’s impact on his life. In a heartfelt tribute on Instagram in September 2020, he wrote, "Happy Birthday my stunning wife. I am grateful that you have chosen to illuminate my life. Thank you for being my partner on this journey. I am grateful for our daughter. This past year has been filled with joy and excitement. I eagerly await the adventures that lie ahead in the years to come."

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