Kim Kardashian Reveals Surprising Reason Behind Kanye Divorce

Kim Kardashian has opened up about her emotional journey following her split from Kanye West, sharing candid insights into the challenges and growth she experienced throughout the process.

Nearly three years after finalizing their divorce, Kim spoke with her sister Khloe Kardashian on The Kardashians, revealing the emotional toll of ending her six-year marriage.

Navigating Unexpected Change

During a heartfelt conversation, Kim empathized with Khloe, who was reflecting on her own divorce from Lamar Odom. Kim explained how difficult it was to accept the changes in Kanye’s personality, stating, “That’s the hardest part… when you don’t foresee something happening that really changes a person’s personality, and then they’re not the same person and you can’t ever get that person back—but you can’t live with the new person.” This unexpected transformation made it challenging for Kim to move forward.

Kim also expressed that the decision to divorce wasn’t easy, as it wasn’t based on her own personal reasons. “It’s tougher when you don’t want your marriage to end off of your personal reasons, but circumstances change that force your marriage to end,” she shared. “When you weren’t planning on that and that’s not really the outcome you want—but there’s no other option, I think it makes it harder to get over.”

Embracing Vulnerability and Growth

Kim acknowledged the importance of allowing herself to feel her emotions fully, despite her strong exterior. “Just because I know how to manage my stress well doesn’t mean that I don’t feel the emotions,” she explained. “If I’m sad, of course, I will cry and feel it.” Through this journey, she found strength in embracing vulnerability.

Reflecting on her experiences, Kim shared her perspective on personal growth, stating, “I look at everything as lessons. Things happen exactly the way that they are supposed to and take you exactly where you need to be. Even if it doesn’t make sense at the time, it’s leading you to a path.”

Choosing Herself and Finding Happiness

Kim’s decision to prioritize her own happiness played a significant role in her choice to end her marriage.

In a March 2022 Vogue interview, she revealed, “For so long, I did what made other people happy. And I think in the last two years I decided, I’m going to make myself happy. And that feels really good.” She added, “Even if that created changes and caused my divorce, I think it’s important to be honest with yourself about what really makes you happy. I’ve chosen myself. I think it’s okay to choose you.”

Entering her 40s with a renewed focus on herself, Kim embraced a lifestyle of self-care and fulfillment. “My 40s are about being Team Me. I’m going to eat well. I’m going to work out. I’m going to have more fun, spend more time with my kids and the people who make me happy,” she explained.

Co-Parenting Challenges and Resilience

Kim and Kanye continue to co-parent their four children, although the journey has not been without difficulties.

After their divorce was finalized in 2021, Kim shared her struggles with balancing parenting duties as a single mom. “There are nights I cry myself to sleep,” she confessed on the On Purpose with Jay Shetty podcast. “With all the moods and the personalities and sometimes they’re fighting, and there’s no one there. It’s [just] me to play good cop and bad cop.”

Despite the challenges, Kim remains focused on creating a positive environment for her children, ensuring they maintain a healthy relationship with their father. She believes in promoting a supportive co-parenting dynamic, stating, “You could be so hurt or angry at your ex, but I think in front of the kids, it always has to be ‘Your dad’s the best.'”

Prioritizing Her Children Amidst the Breakup

Despite the emotional challenges, Kim remained committed to ensuring that her children—North, 11, Saint, 9, Chicago, 7, and Psalm, 5—felt loved and supported.

In a November 2023 interview with GQ, Kim emphasized the importance of shielding her kids from negativity, saying, “You want to be sensitive because they’re just kids, and it’s hard to go through no matter what age.” She added, “You have to make sure that you only go to a level that they can understand. It’s okay to show a vulnerable side. You never go to a negative side.”

A Journey of Self-Discovery

Since her split from Kanye, Kim has embarked on a journey of self-discovery, exploring her own identity outside of her former marriage.

This transformation has influenced various aspects of her life, including her fashion choices, which Kanye once heavily influenced. She shared with Vogue, “I always think, What will be next? Because I always had Kanye, who knew exactly what the next fashion era would be for me. And there’s something scary about being out there on your own, but also something so liberating.”

Moving Forward

Kim Kardashian’s journey through her divorce from Kanye West is one of resilience, growth, and self-discovery. Through vulnerability and honesty, she has navigated the challenges of ending a significant chapter in her life while staying true to herself and prioritizing her children’s well-being.

As Kim continues to embrace her newfound independence, she remains focused on her happiness and personal growth, reminding others that it’s okay to choose themselves and pursue the life they truly want.

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