Natasha Parkeris addressing the drama that unfolded between her,Brendan MoraisandPieper Jamesduring this season ofBachelor in Paradise.
Natasha, 33, was blindsided. After the episode, she reflected on the situation ina lengthy Instagram post.
“Sometimes dating is tough. Sometimes we only see the best parts of people. Sometimes we put too much trust in the wrong person,” began theClick Bait with Bachelor Nationco-host in her caption. “Sometimes we know something’s off but we choose to trust anyway. Sometimes once we realize we’re being naive and lied to, it’s too late. Sometimes we know we should have followed that gut feeling but didn’t. Sometimes people treat us like we don’t matter. Sometimes we question our self-worth.”
She continued, “Sometimes we get our heart broken. Sometimes we cry about it. Sometimes we blame ourselves. Sometimes it’s easier to put up walls and give up on love. But what I have learned is one’s capacity to love, trust, show vulnerability and be good to others is a reflection of self. And when others disregard you, take advantage, mislead, and choose selfishness, that is also a reflection of who they are.”
“If you’re reading this, and it resonates with you, you will smile again,” she concluded. “Keep going, the right one will love you for your pure heart #integritymatters.”
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The post was flooded with supportive messages from fans and fellowBachelorfranchise stars.Tammy Lywrote, “Love you. Our girl,” and Jessenia Cruz echoed: “Love love love youuu!!”
Aaron Clancycalled Natasha “the best,“Serena Pittcalled for her to be the next Bachelorette andKristina Schulmansaid she’s “rooting” for her “always.”
“I’m so proud of you for being your authentic self,“Deandra Kanuadded. “What’s meant for you NEVER misses you.”
Former BacheloretteRachel Lindsayposted a photo with Natasha on her Instagram Story, writing, “Team Natasha.”
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During Monday’s episode, Natasha confronted both Brendan and Pieper, 24, to get to the bottom of things, which led to the discovery that Brendan had been lying to her. Brendan, meanwhile, claimed to have never had “romantic” feelings for Natasha and accused her of having “selective hearing.”
Pieper and Brendan also seemingly addressed the drama on social media after the episode aired. “Here for the wrong reasons,” Brendancaptioned a poolside selfiewith a winky face emoji, while Piepercaptioned a photoof her outfit with a winky face emoji, “All’s fair in love and war.”
On her Instagram Story, Natasha seemed to take the high road. “Cheers to the support, and anyone who felt triggered tonight,” she wrote. “If you know me, you know I trust God above all and I do not wish hate for anyone.”
Bachelor in Paradisecontinues Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.
source: people.com
