‘I Choose Me’: Jennie Garth Reflects on Self-Worth Through Tina Knowles’ Memoir
Actress finds resonance in Tina's message about independence and choosing oneself after divorce
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Jennie Garth recently took to Instagram to share a brief preview of the latest episode of her podcast, I Choose Me, featuring the entrepreneur and author Tina Knowles. In the short video, Garth is seen in conversation with Knowles, offering followers a peek into the latest episode.
The Power Of Self-choice
In her recent Instagram post, Garth expressed how she couldn’t put down Knowles’ book, which details her life journey and family legacy. Garth, who hosts the podcast “I Choose Me,” was particularly moved by Knowles’ message about women’s independence. “I really loved what Ms. Tina said about not needing to rely on a man-as a mother of daughters…who’s also been a single mom, that message really resonated with me,” Garth shared in her post.
The actress highlighted how her conversation with Knowles covered the challenges of divorce and the accompanying guilt, while emphasizing that choosing oneself isn’t selfish. Garth noted that there’s even a chapter in Knowles’ book titled “Choosing Me,” which aligns perfectly with her own podcast’s philosophy.
Embracing Independence After Personal Struggles
Jennie Garth’s connection to Tina Knowles’ message comes from her own experiences as a single mother. The actress, best known for her role as Kelly Taylor on “Beverly Hills, 90210,” has been open about her journey through three marriages and raising her three daughters.
Garth was previously married to musician Daniel B. Clark from 1994 to 1996, actor Peter Facinelli from 2001 to 2013 (with whom she shares daughters Luca, Lola, and Fiona), and actor Dave Abrams, whom she married in 2015. Her parenting experiences as a single mother following her divorce from Facinelli likely contributed to her strong resonance with Knowles’ message of self-reliance.
The ‘I Choose Me’ Movement
Garth’s podcast, “I Choose Me,” has become a platform where she explores themes of self-prioritization and personal growth. In recent posts, she has consistently embraced this philosophy, even declaring Tuesdays as “Tuesday Chooseday” – a day dedicated to sharing choices that have shaped her life positively.
“On my podcast @ichoosemewithjenniegarth, we’ve been diving into other people’s lives—hearing their stories, their choices, and how those choices shaped them. It’s been so meaningful and eye-opening,” Garth wrote in a previous post.
The actress has been using her platform to encourage self-care and prioritizing oneself, regularly sharing Monday motivation posts with the hashtag #ichooseme. In one such post, she wrote: “Do I want to go workout sometimes? No! But it’s so important to change that no to a YES! If we say it, our body feels it. So, tell yourself how much you love yourself and how much you love taking care of YOU!”
Beyond The Podcast: Garth’s Sustainable Ventures
Beyond her podcast work, Garth has been busy with her sustainable fashion line, Me by Jennie Garth, available exclusively at QVC. The brand recently celebrated Earth Day by highlighting its denim pieces made from recycled plastic bottles using REPREVE Our Oceans™ technology. According to Garth, her clothing line has saved over 1.1 million plastic bottles from ending up in the oceans.
The actress has also recently launched her new Austin Collection on QVC, described as being “inspired by that unfiltered feeling—sun-faded tones, worn-in textures, and effortless ease.”
The Matriarch And Her Influence
Tina Knowles, mother of music icons Beyoncé and Solange Knowles, has been a powerful presence in the entertainment industry for decades. Her memoir “Matriarch” explores her family legacy and personal journey, including the challenges she faced in her marriages and her path to independence.
Knowles’ message about women’s self-reliance clearly struck a chord with Garth, who continues to advocate for women choosing themselves even in difficult circumstances like divorce. The connection between these two women, both mothers who have navigated public divorces while raising daughters, demonstrates the universal nature of these experiences.
Garth’s “I Choose Me” episode with Tina Knowles’ memoir highlights how personal stories of resilience and self-choice can inspire others on similar journeys.
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