Drew Barrymore Reveals Secret to Happiness at 50: '50 F*%k Its!'
Drew Barrymore is embracing her 50s with a refreshing dose of IDGAF attitude, and she's not afraid to share her secret to happiness. The actress and talk show host recently responded to comments about looking “happier” these days with a candid Instagram post that's resonating with fans.
Barrymore's Bold Response
In a video posted on July 7th, Barrymore playfully tossed her hair and declared, “Thanks! I got the 50 F*%k its. The 50 f*%k its are the best!” Her message is clear: she's prioritizing self-care and letting go of unnecessary worries as she navigates this new chapter.
Fans React to Barrymore's Honesty
Barrymore's followers are loving her authenticity. Comments poured in, with one fan writing, “The way I can't wait to be 50 because of seeing these incredible women like Drew.” Another added, “Thank you for making 50 look absolutely fabulous and leading the way for us 80s babies.”
Others chimed in, sharing their own experiences: “Yes queen! Me too!!! My 50’s have been a powerful liberating, expanding and continued growth season but in a much more easeful non striving way!”
Embracing Self-Love and Kindness
Barrymore, who turned 50 on February 22nd, has been open about her journey toward self-acceptance. She shared on her show that she's realized the importance of being kind to herself, something she hadn't prioritized in the past.
“I've been turned on, in the last year or two, to the notion that we have to be good, not only to each other but ourselves,” she explained. “'Cause that wasn't on the table for me. Everybody else! So much grace. And then I would get to me and I'd be like, 'God darn it! How could you?'”
Barrymore recognized her tendency to be overly critical of herself. “I would never treat another human being like that,” she confessed. This realization sparked a desire to change her mindset and approach her 50s with self-compassion.
“I thought, 'This is the motivation I need. This is the push I've got to give myself. This is what it takes! There is something always good on the other side of…” Barrymore concluded, hinting at the positive outcomes that come from prioritizing self-love.