Ariana Grande has been subjected to a great public scrutiny regarding her personal life in 2023. In her recent Instagram story, the singer admitted that she felt deeply misunderstood and affected by this situation.
“One of the most transformative, most challenging, and yet happiest and most special years of my life. There were so many beautiful and yet polarized feelings,” wrote Ariana. “I’ve never felt more at the mercy of and in acceptance of what life was screaming to teach me. I have never felt more pride or joy or love while simultaneously feeling so deeply misunderstood by people who don’t know me, who piece whispers together and make what they want out of me and their assumptions of my life.”
Even though Ariana did not name specific situations, one can assume that she may be referring to her relationship with actor Ethan Slater which was heavily discussed in 2023.
“I am reacting to things that deserve my energy only and removing and protecting myself from things that do not. I feel more human than ever. I feel more deeply than ever. I feel softer and stronger, all at once,” said the singer. “If you ever feel misunderstood of alone, just remember that it will pass and you are not. Take a deep breath and know that you are so incredibly loved.”