Gillian Anderson Embraces Aging With A New Outlook

Gillian Anderson Reflects on Aging Gracefully

Gillian Anderson, the 57-year-old Hollywood icon, has opened up about how she’s shifted her perspective on aging, leaving behind her days of self-judgment. In an interview with Harper’s Bazaar, she revealed how she wasted countless hours in her 20s and 30s worrying about getting older. “I remember in my 20s and 30s feeling worried all the time," she said, reflecting on the past. "It felt like I had a running intensity, almost like a running agitation in my head.”

“Like an argument, constant conversations going on in my head the whole time, and just a lot of noise, and also self-judgment. I spent many, many years being very self-judgmental and negative in my head about myself, and wasting a lot of hours and a lot of time.”

A New Chapter of Acceptance

These days, those negative feelings are a thing of the past. Gillian has worked hard to change her mindset, realizing that age brings a certain peace of mind. "Nothing matters so much anymore," she explained. "I don't feel like I hold on to things so tightly. It's much easier to just shrug things off and let things be." This new outlook has allowed her to embrace life with a newfound freedom, enjoying the Malibu-style drama of letting go.

The Next Step with 'More'

Aside from her personal growth, Gillian is also nurturing her creative side. Her upcoming book, 'More,' set to release in September, continues the journey from her first book, 'Want.' It invites women worldwide to submit their anonymous fantasies. "It's a follow-on from the first book, Want," she said, highlighting the expanded scope of submissions. "They do feel that there’s something bolder about them, in a way." This boldness is making waves, building a community of women who feel seen and heard.

Anderson noted that this time, the submissions felt "more confident" and "bolder.” She added, "It really is a coming together, and it brings women of all ages together, not just in conversation but in identification, and a sense of agency.” With this book, Gillian continues to empower women, one story at a time.