In her lengthy message, the 64-year-old actress reflected on self-love, overcoming judgment, and embracing her body. She began by thanking those who resonated with her message and offering gratitude for their support before addressing critics of her appearance.

The actress shared that she has faced judgment from a young age but emphasized that only her own perspective, shaped by “patient discernment,” truly matters. Over the years, Bertinelli has turned inward, choosing to focus on personal character rather than external perceptions.

With hard-won confidence, she shared that it took nearly three years of emotional labor to overcome self-doubt and free herself from the weight of others’ opinions. This journey was compounded by physical setbacks earlier this year, which, though challenging, ultimately strengthened her resolve.

Accompanying her statement were mirror selfies showing her in a black top, glasses, ripped-flare jeans, and black shoes, with one hand in her pocket and the other holding her phone.

Another user commended Bertinelli’s confidence and resilience, “You look great no matter what size clothing you wear. So happy that you’re able to put other people’s judgments out of your head!!”

In the makeup-free bathroom shot, the Hollywood star stood near a sink, wearing a black two-piece outfit. Her hair was down as she held up a box of hair dye to the camera.

Fans had mixed reactions to her revealing picture, with some criticizing it as unnecessary and questioning her decision to share such a personal image. Others deemed the photo inappropriate and urged her to seek therapy.

Some harsh opinions emerged, criticizing her decision to post the photo. Critics questioned the appropriateness of sharing such images at her age.

However, not everyone was critical. One fan praised her for “looking fabulous,” while others celebrated her confidence and openness, calling her an “inspiration.” Admirers collectively expressed positivity, commending her fantastic look and boldness in sharing her message.

Bertinelli has made significant progress in embracing her body. This led her to write her book “ Enough Already: Learning to Love the Way I Am Today,” which was released in 2022.

Additionally, when she starred as a teen in “One Day at a Time,” she got more comments about her body. “I was made to feel I could lose a few, like, let’s see if we can get you into a smaller size,” shared Bertinelli.

Furthermore, Bertinelli shared that she had shifted her focus away from the number on the scale, choosing instead to gauge her progress by how her clothes fit, particularly a favorite pair of jeans. She emphasized that true growth comes from inner work rather than obsessing over external measurements.

Bertinelli actively reframed her relationship with food, turning a potential negative into a strength. Once a symbol of love from her mother and grandmother, food became her passion again, especially through her work on the “Food Network.”

Valerie Bertinelli expressed hope that her story would inspire others to be kinder to themselves, believing it could also help her strengthen her own self-compassion. She seeks to reach anyone who may need her message of self-acceptance.