Could Therapy Have Changed Halle Berry and David Justice’s Love Story?

In a candid moment on the “All the Smoke” podcast, David Justice, Halle Berry’s first ex-husband, dropped some unexpected thoughts about their marriage. Justice believes that therapy might have turned the tide in their relationship nearly 30 years ago! He reminisced about the days when he thought Berry wasn’t “motherly” enough, which gives new meaning to the idea of setting unrealistic expectations. Little did he know, comparing her to his mom might not have been the best approach when navigating married life.

Not only did he air out these old grievances, but Justice also acknowledged that he lacked the relationship experience to understand the dynamics at play. Their busy work schedules, he claimed, didn’t help either—perhaps if only they could’ve squeezed a few therapy sessions into their calendars. Just imagine the couch talk that could’ve unfolded—“Halle, honey, have you ever tried baking a lasagna?”

Now that they’ve both moved on, it’s worth contemplating the lessons from their relationship. What could have changed if they had prioritized communication and self-discovery? Have you ever experienced a relationship that could’ve benefited from a little therapy? Share your thoughts!

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