Joanna Gaines Reflects On Surviving 'Difficult Times' In 2021

Joanna Gaines claims she suffered through a rough period last year.

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The reality star opened up for the Spring Issue of “Magnolia Journal,” a lifestyle magazine.

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Joanna felt she needed to pull out of the grind and get a new perspective.

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She later focused her time and energy on the meaningful things in her life.

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Her family thought she was extreme, but they couldn’t relate to how she felt.

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Joanna and her husband, Chip, launched their new channel in January.

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Their numerous businesses and ventures increased their net worth to Billionaire status.

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The bestselling author honored her husband’s 47th birthday with a cute picture and message.

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The couple recently celebrated their 18th anniversary with a romantic outing.

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