Arnold Schwarzenegger hit the scene with his latest book, Be Useful: Seven Tools for Life, and it is brimming with captivating revelations. Be it the extramarital affair that drove a wedge into his marriage, his harrowing open-heart surgeries, or his agonizing second inaugural speech as California’s governor, this literary piece is a treasure trove of insights. On top of that, as he promotes his book, the actor is pouring his heart out in the realm of podcasts.

He is barring his soul and sharing enduring tales of his ‘forever’ journey with Maria Shriver. Meanwhile, Schwarzenegger did not shy away from acknowledging his imperfections. In a recent podcast episode, he sat down to ruminate on the turbulent seesaw of his professional and personal life.

The professional and personal rollercoaster of Arnold Schwarzenegger

Schwarzenegger may have stumbled along the rocky path of his marriage, but today, he treads on solid ground. The actor fosters warm relationships with Shriver, their children, and even their grandchildren. In an interview, he openly addressed the past, acknowledging that there were no battles between them. Further, in his reflective tone, he assumed the weight of the blame for the troubles that ensued. The ex-governor contemplated the delicate balance between his personal and professional life. Along with that, he also heaped praises upon his former spouse, Shriver.

Amid the whirlwind of his burgeoning career and the dazzling ascent to stardom, his wife often found herself shouldering the burdens of their life alone. Regardless of the unfolding circumstances, he took the blame on himself. In a candid conversation on the WTF Podcast with Marc Maron, Schwarzenegger remarked, “My wife was just a victim of it and the innocent bystander”. This realization prompted The Terminator star to work closely with her to navigate the challenging task of raising their children.

Bearing the weight of their shared turmoil, the Austrian Oak once found moments to laud Shriver for her invaluable assistance with a life task.

Schwarzenegger’s grateful tribute to ex-wife

Arnold Schwarzenegger is a renowned figure with accomplishments in bodybuilding, Hollywood, and politics. During a recent CBS Mornings’ interview, the 76-year-old actor expressed gratitude to his ex-wife. Moreover, gratitude was extended for her pivotal role in co-parenting their four children. However, despite their separation a decade ago, they continued to work together in raising their kids and imparting essential life lessons.

When asked about conveying the principle of “sell, sell, sell” from his book to his children, Schwarzenegger humorously emphasized the challenges of parenting, especially when dealing with both daughters and sons. The legend even addressed the use of the word ‘puppies’ for kids. He credited Shriver as a great partner in providing their children with crucial life messages. She also garnered them with the importance of education, passion, and setting goals.

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