I Wouldn’t Be Alive Without It

Katy Perry has shared her candid reflections on her relationship with Orlando Bloom, detailing how their separation in 2017 ultimately strengthened their connection. During an episode of the “Call Her Daddy With Alex Cooper” podcast on September 4, Perry offered insights into their romance that began in 2016 at a Golden Globes afterparty.

Perry, now 39, admitted that their initial relationship was rocky. She acknowledged, “We weren’t really in it from day one.” At that time, Bloom, 47, had just completed a period of celibacy and was looking for deeper engagement, whereas Perry was newly single and uncertain, stating she “needed to swim in a different pond.”

The couple’s differences became more pronounced when Bloom attended The Hoffman Process in 2017. This week-long retreat, designed to help individuals rewire negative thought patterns, became a pivotal turning point in their relationship. Perry noted how Bloom’s new perspective shifted their dynamic. She felt the absence of the typical “cat-mouse game” that characterized their earlier interactions. “I was like, ‘This is boring. I’m moving on,'” she shared, reflecting on her inclination to engage in relational games.

The year they spent apart proved to be challenging for both, but it also prompted personal growth. Later in the year, Perry chose to attend the Hoffman retreat herself, marking a significant change in her life. She expressed deep gratitude for the experience, stating, “I would be dead without it. I would not be on this planet without that process and meditation.” This transformative experience helped her reconnect with her true self, especially in the context of her career.

Reflecting on her 2017 album “Witness,” Perry realized that her sense of self-worth was heavily influenced by external validation. “I thought I really loved myself. But actually, that core was created from outside validation,” she explained. The retreat reshaped her understanding of self-love, aligning her thoughts and emotions more closely.

The shared experience at Hoffman created a newfound mutual understanding between Perry and Bloom. “We spoke the same language,” she mentioned, underscoring how their personal growth journeys enabled deeper communication between them. Perry took the initiative to reunite with Bloom following their separation. During a performance near his vacation spot, she decided on a whim, “I’ll pop over!” This spontaneous reunion reignited their romance.

Since getting back together, Perry and Bloom have made significant advancements in their relationship, becoming engaged in 2019 and welcoming their daughter, Daisy, in 2020. Perry believes their enduring bond stems from their commitment to both individual and shared growth. “We want to evolve; that’s why we’re in our relationship is to become better humans so we can raise this beautiful human being,” she explained. She noted how their continuous efforts to better themselves reveal new layers in their partnership.

However, their journey hasn’t been without hurdles. Perry recalled a particularly rough patch in 2018, saying, “I showed him the worst of me.” She described a moment of vulnerability where she revealed her intense side, saying, “If you’re not shook by this, then we’re going the distance.” Bloom’s steadfast support during her struggles has been a cornerstone of their relationship. “We all have our strengths and then our opportunities for growth. But one of his strengths [is] when I crumble, he can step in and be that anchor,” she shared.

Perry, who usually describes herself as “alpha” and often resistant to help, acknowledges how vital Bloom’s support system has been. As they continue to navigate their relationship, they actively participate in couple’s therapy. Perry articulated their commitment to ongoing improvement, saying, “Sometimes we get stuck, and we’re like, ‘OK, let’s go in to do the work… And we find the next level. That’s why we’re continuing in the relationship.'”

Through their ups and downs, Perry and Bloom remain dedicated to evolving both individually and as a couple, exemplifying a partnership rooted in growth, understanding, and love.

Source: Call Her Daddy Podcast