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Valerie Bertinelli has introduced her “three-week rule” with her new boyfriend, as she opened up about their relationship in a recent interview with People magazine. The 63-year-old actress expressed admiration for her partner, a mature and thoughtful writer based on the East Coast, who happens to be a decade younger than her.
Despite the geographical distance – with Bertinelli residing in Los Angeles – she described their bond as unique, emphasizing the importance of regular visits to sustain their connection. They adhere to the “three-week rule,” ensuring they never go longer without seeing each other. For Bertinelli, it’s all about embracing life’s pleasures and sharing them with someone special.
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Bertinelli recounted the initial spark with her boyfriend, who remains unnamed, tracing back to a comment he made on one of her Instagram posts a few years back. “I found him intriguing,” she reflected, noting the platonic nature of their early interactions yet sensing a familiar connection and comfort in his presence, like meeting a kindred spirit.
Their communication evolved over time through occasional direct messages, with Bertinelli acknowledging his persistence in staying in touch. However, it wasn’t until January that their relationship took a significant turn with their first phone conversation. Bertinelli confessed to feeling guarded initially, but his captivating voice left a lasting impression, stirring feelings that both struggled to admit.
Despite their reservations about the challenges of a long-distance relationship, their growing affection prompted them to seize the opportunity. “Why not?” became their mantra, a reminder to embrace life’s uncertainties. Their first in-person encounter during a romantic getaway to New York City in March solidified their bond, marked by an overwhelming sense of belonging and rightness in each other’s arms.
Their commitment to bridging the distance was sealed with a promise never to go more than three weeks without seeing each other. Amidst the whirlwind of emotions, Bertinelli admitted to feeling a mix of disbelief and joy at finding love again, a sentiment she had once believed improbable.
In a recent update, Bertinelli revealed to People that she has embraced love anew, a welcome surprise after resigning herself to the possibility of remaining single.
Bertinelli emphasized the lengthy journey of her healing process, underscoring the deliberate steps she took towards self-restoration. This involved numerous walks with her faithful companion Luna, extensive therapy sessions, and a profound realization of her inherent worthiness to experience happiness.
She delved into the core issues during this period of introspection, confronting why she had previously doubted her capacity to receive love and why she had resorted to using food as a means to numb her emotions. Addressing unresolved emotional baggage from her past relationships, particularly with her late husband Eddie Van Halen and her ex-husband Tom Vitale, was pivotal to her healing journey.
In a revealing excerpt from her forthcoming cookbook, “Indulge,” shared by People, Bertinelli expressed the cathartic power of allowing herself to feel deeply, transcending the need to conform to societal expectations of happiness or appearance.
For Bertinelli, the creation of the cookbook served as a tangible manifestation of her emotional and mental healing process. It became a testament to her resilience and a source of solace during turbulent times. Through the arduous yet transformative process of self-love, she eventually found herself capable of reciprocating love with another person.
Acknowledging her initial reluctance to embrace love again, Bertinelli candidly admitted her past convictions of living out her days in solitary contentment with her furry companions. Yet, through her journey of self-discovery and growth, she has joyfully found herself in love once more.