Bachelorette’s Michelle Young Reflects on ‘Lessons’ Learned in 2022 After Nayte Olukoya Split: ‘Couldn’t Be More Thankful’

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Closing a chapter. Michelle Young opened up about overcoming challenges as she looked ahead to the new year.“2022 ended a lot different than I originally pictured but it ended exactly as it was intended and I couldn’t be more thankful for all that I learned,” the former Bachelorette, 29, captioned a handful of Instagram photos from a trip to Mexico on Monday, January 2.The teacher went on to share the “lessons I found in 2022 that I hold close to my heart,” listing some words of wisdom for her followers. “Learning how to give yourself closure instead of looking for it from others is one of the most powerful tools someone can possess,” she wrote. “You take on the energy of those who you spend the most time with.

Choose wisely. It’s okay to work hard and chase your dreams in silence. That being said, it’s also ok to show the world all sides of you.”Young continued: “You are more than the labels the internet or others place on you.

Incredibly thankful to walk into 2023 with a clear mind and I appreciate all who have continued to support me.”In her slideshow, Young included stunning swimsuit photos and a selfie with fellow Bachelorette Rachel Recchia. “Could not have gotten through this year without you,” the pilot, 26, gushed in the comments section.Young’s inspiring message comes six months after she confirmed her split from Nayte Olukoya, to whom she got engaged during the December 2021 finale of the ABC dating series.“I’m struggling to say that Nayte and I will be going out separate ways but I stand with him in knowing the heaviness that is present in both our hearts as this relationship has been very real for us,” Young wrote via her Instagram Story in June 2022. “To you, Nayte, you quickly became my best friend and the