Hoda Kotb's Heart-Wrenching Revelation: The End of Her Engagement to Joel Schiffman

Hoda Kotb Spills on Her Shocking Breakup: The Real Reason She Called Off Her Engagement

In a shocking turn of events, Hoda Kotb revealed that she and her fiancé Joel Schiffman went their separate ways in 2022 after nearly a decade together. But what led to the breakup? In her brand-new book "Jump and Find Joy", the popular TV host dished on the details of their split, leaving fans stunned.

According to an excerpt shared by TheScholarlyNote.com, Hoda explained that she felt like 'everything had shifted' after attending a one-week retreat at the Hoffman Institute. This self-discovery trip helped her uncover her most powerful self and sparked an epiphany that left her questioning their relationship. She revealed that during this retreat, she began to feel like she was 'a total phony in my relationship,' adding, 'Our "us" felt different.'

But what exactly triggered this shift? In an interview with TheScholarlyNote.com, Hoda explained, 'I think sometimes you know a relationship is good, but... it's not deepening. So you continue along on the relationship.' It seems that despite having two beautiful adopted daughters together - Haley Joy and Hope Catherine - Hoda felt like something was missing in their relationship.

When asked about her decision to split from Joel, Hoda candidly stated that it was 'one of the best 10-second decisions' she's ever made. She emphasized that this breakup was a liberating experience for her, allowing her to rediscover herself and find her true self-worth. "It just was an epiphany for me, and it took courage for me to say it," she said.

But here's the thing: Hoda never stopped loving Joel - even after the breakup. In fact, she insisted that they 'have always been connected and always will be'. However, she believes their relationship had reached a point where it was time to move on from being romantic partners to just dear friends.

"We will co-parent in a beautiful way," she promised, "but I also think our 'us' is more of a... we're dear friends now. And that's beautiful, and it's enjoyable, and it feels right." It seems Hoda has finally found the closure she needed to move forward with her life.

Now, as a single woman again, Hoda revealed that she's not actively searching for a new partner - at least not yet. "I'm waiting to see what happens," she teased. But when asked about finding someone special, she confessed, "There's someone meant for me out there... I have no doubt in my mind that that exists and that person is out there."

As fans eagerly await Hoda's next chapter, one thing is clear: this breakup was a wake-up call for her to focus on herself and rediscover what truly makes her happy. With two adorable daughters to care for and a newfound sense of self-awareness, Hoda Kotb is ready to take on whatever life has in store for her - and she's not alone.

In fact, Joel Schiffman seems to be doing just fine too! According to sources close to the couple, they're both committed to co-parenting their daughters with love and care. "They know that Joel and I care so much for each other," Hoda assured TheScholarlyNote.com readers, "and they also know that we love them dearly."

As this new chapter unfolds, one thing's for sure: fans will be watching Hoda Kotb's next move with bated breath. Will she find love again? Only time (and her new book) will tell!