In a remarkably candid new interview, Kim Kardashian has dropped a bombshell revelation about her seven-year marriage to rap mogul Kanye West, comparing her psychological state during their relationship to someone suffering from Stockholm Syndrome.
The SKIMS founder, 43, opened up about the complex dynamics of their high-profile union during a conversation on the 'On Purpose with Jay Shetty' podcast, describing how she felt "trapped" in a situation where she was constantly "manipulated" into submission.
The Psychological Parallel
"I would say that's like a form of Stockholm Syndrome," Kardashian revealed when reflecting on her marriage. "When you are manipulated into staying in a situation and you're made to feel like you can't leave, that you're not strong enough to walk away."
The reality star elaborated on the psychological toll, explaining how she felt pressured to maintain the relationship despite growing concerns about her wellbeing and that of their four children.
A Turbulent Timeline
The couple's relationship spanned from 2012 until their divorce was finalized in 2022, marked by:
- Extreme public declarations and lavish gestures from West
- Multiple mental health episodes involving the rapper
- Increasing tension over West's controversial public statements
- Kardashian's growing concerns about their children's welfare
Kardashian confessed that she often found herself making excuses for West's behaviour, a common characteristic in abusive relationship dynamics.
The Turning Point
The business mogul described the moment she realised she needed to escape the relationship for the sake of her children. "When I saw how it was affecting my kids, that's when I said, 'Okay, I have to get myself together here.'"
She emphasised that her primary motivation for leaving was creating a healthier environment for their children - North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm.
Life After Kanye
Since their divorce, Kardashian has focused on co-parenting with West while building her business empire and studying law. She maintains that she doesn't "hate" her ex-husband but has established firm boundaries to protect her mental health and family.
The interview has sparked widespread discussion about psychological abuse in relationships and the particular challenges faced by women in high-profile marriages.
