Arnold Schwarzenegger Silent on Affair in New Book: ‘Family Fallout’
Arnold Schwarzenegger Won’t Discuss Affair in New Book
In his upcoming self-help book, “Be Useful: The Seven Tools For Life,” Arnold Schwarzenegger reveals that he will not delve into the details of his extramarital affair.
“I blew up my family,” the 76-year-old actor wrote. “No failure has ever felt worse than that.”
Schwarzenegger acknowledges that the story of his affair with the family housekeeper has been widely covered and is easily accessible through a simple Google search.
“I won’t be rehashing that story here. I’ve told it before in other places, and other places have told it multiple times. All of you know the story. If you don’t, you’ve heard of Google, and you know how to find it,” the actor-turned-politician explained.
The actor’s marriage to Maria Shriver ended in 2011 after news of the affair became public. Schwarzenegger acknowledges the pain he caused his family and emphasizes his commitment to repairing those relationships.
“I’ve hurt my family enough, and it’s been a long road to repair those relationships,” he wrote in the book. “I will not turn them into fodder for the gossip machine.”
Reflecting on the aftermath of the affair, Schwarzenegger describes hitting rock bottom and facing the choice of giving up or starting the climb towards redemption.
“By the end of that year, I had found myself in a place that was both familiar and foreign. I was at the bottom. I’d been here before. But this time, I was face down in the mud, in a dark hole, and I had to decide whether it was worth it to clean myself up and start the climb out, or just give up.”
In a recent interview, Schwarzenegger expressed his amicable relationship with Shriver despite their divorce.
“[The divorce] was very, very difficult in the beginning. She and I are really good friends, and very close and we are very proud of the way we raised our kids, even though we had this drama,” he shared. “If there’s Oscars for how to handle divorce, Maria and I should get it for having the least amount of impact on the kids.”
The couple shares four children together, and Schwarzenegger affirms that his connection with Shriver will endure.
“My chapter with Maria will continue on forever,” he told People Magazine. “Even though it’s a different relationship, there’s no reason for me to feel anything other than love for her.”
How does Schwarzenegger emphasize the importance of personal growth and resilience in his book?
Hers have told it as well, much better than I ever could,” Schwarzenegger said. “What I want to focus on in this book is how I grew from that experience, how I learned from my mistakes, and how I became a better person because of it.”
According to those who have read advanced copies of the book, Schwarzenegger uses his personal experience to offer valuable insights and advice on self-improvement, resilience, and personal growth. He discusses the importance of taking responsibility for one’s actions and learning from failures instead of dwelling on them.
Although Schwarzenegger recognizes that his affair was a deeply personal and painful experience for his family, he hopes that by sharing his journey of redemption, he can provide inspiration and guidance to others facing their own challenges.
“I’m not proud of what I did, and I will always carry the guilt and remorse,” Schwarzenegger wrote. “But I also believe in the power of forgiveness, both from others and oneself. It’s through forgiveness that we can heal and move forward.”
This isn’t the first time Schwarzenegger has touched on his affair in public. In 2012, during an interview with 60 Minutes, he admitted to the affair and expressed regret for the pain he caused to his then-wife, Maria Shriver, and their children.
Since then, Schwarzenegger has worked to repair his relationship with his family and has been actively involved in their lives. He has also been vocal about his efforts to rebuild trust and make amends.
The release of “Be Useful: The Seven Tools For Life” comes at a time when self-help and personal growth books have gained significant popularity. People are seeking guidance and strategies to navigate the challenges of life, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Schwarzenegger’s decision not to discuss the details of his affair demonstrates his focus on providing meaningful and practical advice to his readers. He aims to communicate the importance of personal growth and resilience, emphasizing that everyone has the power to learn from their mistakes and become better individuals.
It remains to be seen how readers will respond to Schwarzenegger’s approach, as some may be disappointed by the lack of explicit details surrounding his affair. However, many are hopeful that the book will offer valuable lessons and serve as a source of inspiration for those seeking personal transformation.
As the release date for “Be Useful: The Seven Tools For Life” approaches, Schwarzenegger maintains a positive outlook and hopes that his story and insights will resonate with readers.
“Life is about growth, learning, and evolving,” Schwarzenegger concluded. “I hope that by sharing my own journey, I can inspire others to embrace their own transformations, no matter how difficult or painful they may be.”
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