Jennifer Aniston May Be Committing Relationship 'Mistakes,' Expert Warns

Jennifer Aniston's relationship with hypnotherapist and life coach Jim Curtis, which has been ongoing for over a year and a half, is facing scrutiny from a relationship expert who warns that the higher-profile partner may be making classic mistakes.

Los Angeles-based matchmaker Gina Hendrix told Fox News Digital that a significant error can occur when a woman in a more prominent position tries to "manage the guy" or "build the guy up." Hendrix explained that this approach can lead to the partner resenting the help, the woman taking on an "unsexy role," and ultimately the relationship fizzling out.

"I think one of the biggest mistakes is when a woman tries to kind of manage the guy," Hendrix stated. "When a woman steps into this role, and it's always a great, successful, amazing woman, she thinks, ‘I did it for myself, I can do it for you too,’ and she tries to build the guy up."

Hendrix emphasized that dating a celebrity requires an "incredibly secure person" who can handle the public spotlight while maintaining privacy for the relationship. She advises keeping relationships out of the public eye as much as possible, suggesting that avoiding red carpet events and public displays can be beneficial.

For a relationship to succeed, particularly when one partner is significantly more famous, Hendrix highlighted the importance of "mutual respect." She stated, "You have to be with somebody that, you know, that you want their opinion. You value how they think."

Beyond initial attraction and connection, Hendrix noted that deep friendship is crucial for long-term sustainability, lasting beyond superficial aspects like looks. She pointed to Lady Gaga and her fiancé Michael Polansky as an example of a couple who appear to maintain a more private life, which she suggested is a beneficial approach.

"Find a man who already has a strong footing, strong boundaries, and can kind of be your anchor, not your anchor to pull you down, but your anchor that holds everything in place," Hendrix added.

Curtis, who is Aniston's first high-profile relationship since her split from Justin Theroux in 2018, recently spoke about his relationship with the "Friends" star. He described their connection as "more natural, more organic, less needy" and expressed that he feels "real joy, real presence, real calmness, real partnership."

Curtis, whose life coaching clients are predominantly women, described his approach as "nurturing and empathetic" and aiming to embody the "divine masculine." He also mentioned being mindful of his public engagement as he navigates new celebrity attention, stating he chooses not to read about his relationship in the media.

"It’s certainly not helping me, and it’s sensational," Curtis said. "So I have decided it’s better if I don’t look."

Hendrix concluded that relationships are inherently challenging, and the added scrutiny that comes with celebrity status can exacerbate these difficulties.

Aniston was previously married to Brad Pitt, from whom she divorced in 2005, and later to Justin Theroux, divorcing in 2018 after two years of marriage.