Tia Mowry Reflects On Divorce And Healing: 'There's Power In Dialogue'

A year after finalizing her divorce, actress Tia Mowry is reflecting on her journey and healing process. She recently shared a powerful video montage on Instagram that many of her fans could relate to.

Mowry shared a video montage that shows different scenes from her recovery and healing and how she's bounced back from the tough emotions after divorce.

"Recovering from a divorce feels like a whirlwind journey. I found that through the process, divorce isn't a place where we arrive, it's entering a new chapter of life with many nuances, and no one-size-fits-all handbook," she said in the video.

"One moment you're relieved, feeling like you've conquered something significant. Then suddenly, waves of emotions hit you all over again. It's a side of divorce that isn't often discussed, especially when there are kids involved."

The "Sister, Sister" star continued talking about all she's learned through the process and how she "strives to be a role model" for her two children, son Cree, 12, and daughter Cairo, 5. Mowry also touched on the things she's done to help her "release emotional build-up."

"You strive to be a role model, teaching them resilience and self-care. You try different things to soothe and release emotional build-up - exercise, journaling your thoughts, meditation, and seeking therapy to cope with the break-up and the dreams you had for the future," she shared.

"It may sound cliche, but time does truly does have a way of soothing pain. Someday, I believe I'll be able to look back on this time with nothing but warmth and gratitude for the beautiful children brought into my life and the stronger version of myself that emerged from the experience."

Mowry's powerful message continued by asking her followers to share their experiences with her because there's "power in dialogue."

"As women, we take our power back by sharing our stories and bringing any deep shame we hold from this experience into the light," she concluded her video.

More than 7,000 comments filled the comment section of her Instagram post. Many told Mowry how proud they are of her and others shared their personal stories.

"I am so endlessly proud of you. You are the epitome of grace and unconditional love. My heart sings for your peace, growth and eternal happiness," one person wrote.

Another shared, "Yes!!!!!! I was married 20 years before I finally found it within me to leave. It’s so hard but so necessary. Us women get the short end of the stick too often. We sacrifice everything for so little for ourselves in return. We are nurturers and givers. Many times people take too much. Sometimes you just want to have your level of effort reciprocated and appreciated. Love following you."

One other person added, "Wow needed this!!! It’s so frowned upon which makes it hard to talk about. Thank you for sharing your journey."

The mom of two often shares relatable content on social media for others who have been through divorce and are healing. While she's empowering herself to heal, she's also helping others to do the same.

Last month, Mowry shared a video captioned, "I LOVE WHEN I REMEMBER WHO I AM."

Her caption went on to remind everyone to be "extra," "feminine and fierce."

"Be a slay. Be soft. Whoever you be, be ALL OF YOU," she wrote. "Love HER. Embrace HER. Validate HER. Because she is WORTHY and ONE OF ONE."

The video is set to Eve's song, "Who's that Girl?" and shows Mowry embracing, validating and loving "HER."

In another recently shared video, Mowry talks about being more "in tune" with herself lately.

"I’m leaving those people-pleasing tendencies in the past! Becoming more in tune with myself and my needs so I can show up better in every aspect of my life 💕 I’m gonna do what I’m gonna do 🤷‍♀️😏 Who else?!" she captioned her video.

One viewer shared, "You're such a vibe. I'm enjoying your self-discovery and self-love journey. I'm inspired." Another added, "Self-esteem, self-care, self-love is the 'BEST LOVE.'"

Mowry announced her split from her husband, Cory Hardrict, after 14 years of marriage in October 2022. She shared the news in an Instagram post.

"I have always been honest with my fans, and today is no different. I wanted to share that Cory and I have decided to go our separate ways, her caption reads.

"These decisions are never easy, and not without sadness. We will maintain a friendship as we co-parent our beautiful children. I am grateful for all the happy times we had together and want to thank my friends, family and fans for your love and support as we start this new chapter moving forward in our lives."

Mowry and Hardrict finalized their divorce in April 2023, and share legal and physical custody of their two children.