Nikki Garcia Says It’s ‘OK to Be Sad’ Following Divorce

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Nikki Garcia is speaking out amid her divorce from Dancing With The Stars pro Artem Chigvinstev. Here’s what she told fans about her divorce.

Nikki Garcia Details Post Divorce Healing Journey

In a recent episode of Nikki and Brie Garcia’s podcast, Nikki opened up about how she’s feeling after her divorce from Artem Chigvinstev.

“I just want you to know that you are so much stronger than you think,” Garcia, said. “And also, you know, in our strongest moments, we definitely have, then, super weak moments. And we just have to figure out how we get through that — what do we do? And who do we need to lean on? What do we need to bring into our life and surround ourselves with, and what can feed our soul and make us strong? And I’ve dedicated myself to that the past few months, and it truly helps.”

Garcia then got candid, admitting that she hasn’t “had a day without tears” since she settled her divorce with Chigvinstev.

“I just know that situations like this, divorce, whatever it may be, it takes a piece of you,” she said. “It takes a piece of your heart that will never grow back or never be replaced, but it’s, ‘How do we make that piece of you that’s gone strong?'”

Since Garcia’s return to The Nikki and Brie Show, fans have been commenting about how happy they are to see her return.

“So happy to see you back on the podcast Nikki. You have been missed,” a fan commented on Instagram. “Thank you for bringing some joy into your listeners lives. You are a beautiful kind strong woman.You have our support.”

Fans Are Showing Their Support for Garcia

Since Garcia’s return to social media, she’s shared a few life updates. Most recently, the former WWE star posted a carousel featuring multiple work and home events.

In the comments section of the Instagram post, fans shared their support of Garcia post divorce. Many are pointing out the way her son, Matteo, looks at her so lovingly in the photos.

“Ok but the way Matteo is looking at you in the mirror🥹😍,” a fan commented on Instagram.

In addition, fans have self messages of support for Garcia as a mother and person. Many include commentary on how good of a mother she is.

“Hope you’re doing okay. Life can be heavy at times. But just think this time next year you’ll be a whole new version of yourself. And you and Matteo will be thriving. ❤️❤️ Sending love and a hug to your soul xx,” a fan commented.

“I’ve missed hearing your voice I’ve missed seeing your beautiful smile … ❤️ you go girl I love how your getting your true happy self back,” another fan commented.

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Corey Cesare Corey Cesare is Talent Recap's Managing Editor and featured YouTube Host. She has a love of all things pop culture and an unhealthy obsession with celebrities. Corey earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and Cinema/Screen Studies from the State University of New York at Oswego in 2021. She spends her spare time shooting astro, nature, and portrait photography, and coming up with movie ideas that she hopes to make into a film someday.

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