Courteney Cox, the beloved actress known for her role on “Friends,” recently shared a deeply personal moment from her past involving her longtime partner, Johnny McDaid of Snow Patrol. Speaking on the “Minnie Questions with Minnie Driver” podcast, Cox recounted how McDaid ended their engagement unexpectedly during a therapy session aimed at discussing “boundaries.”
The breakup, which occurred five years ago, left Cox stunned as it unfolded “within the first minute” of the session. Despite the shock and the intense pain she felt, this moment marked a pivotal point in her life. Cox described the breakup as the catalyst for significant personal growth. “I learned how to reclaim my voice, boundaries… I just went into myself and I had a great therapist,” she explained.
Reflecting on the pain, Cox expressed gratitude for the experience, noting that it led to profound self-discovery and eventually, a stronger relationship when they reunited. “When we got back together, it was a different relationship,” she observed, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and communication in her personal evolution.
Cox and McDaid first began dating in late 2013 and were engaged within nine months. Although they called off their engagement in late 2015, they reconciled in 2016 and have continued their relationship without re-engagement. Cox’s story is a testament to the transformative power of facing personal hardships head-on.
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