Nollywood actress, Blessing Obasi-Nze has said getting married late wasn’t just a choice; it was a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and breaking free from societal norms that tried to dictate my happiness.
She made this revelation in reaction to a discussion show about the difficulties and challenges single women in their 30s encounter.
In a post on her Instagram page, the mother of one stated further that she found strength during moments of solitude, and learned that love isn’t a race, nor is marriage a trophy for early achievement.
Today, she is not a bride of youthful naivety, but a woman adorned in the wisdom of her years.
She wrote: “You know, I had to jump on this conversation because, after several years of feeling like an outsider in a world that often equates a woman’s worth with her marital status, I’ve finally stepped into a chapter that I crafted on my terms.
“Getting married at an older age wasn’t just a choice; it was a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and breaking free from societal norms that tried to dictate my happiness.
“The pressure and stigma were like unwelcome shadows, whispering doubts and casting long, lonely nights. But in those moments of solitude, I found strength. I learned that love isn’t a race, nor is marriage a trophy for early achievement. It’s about finding someone who understands the chapters of your past and wants to write the future ones with you.
“So here I am, not a bride of youthful naivety, but a woman adorned in the wisdom of her years, ready to embark on a shared journey of love, respect, and partnership. And to those still walking their path, remember: your life, your pace, your story. Embrace it.”