Bachelor contestant Lexi Young reflects on her "whirlwind" journey on the reality dating series after making the surprising decision to self-eliminate.
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During the sixth week episode, Lexi decides to leave the show early upon discovering conflicting life timelines with fellow contestant Joey Graziadei.
The bachelor Joey Graziadei expresses a desire for a two to three-year engagement and years of marriage before having children, while Lexi, dealing with Stage 5 endometriosis, faces health-related fertility concerns and wants to start a family sooner.
Image source: instagram/lexicoletteyoung (Lexi Young Social Media Post)
After her shocking exit, Lexi takes to social media to share her thoughts. She expresses gratitude for pushing herself out of her comfort zone and acknowledges that personal timelines don't always align. She thanks viewers for their support and shares a series of photos with Joey, including a romantic one-on-one date in Malta.
Lexi appreciates the platform for allowing her to share her endometriosis journey. She expresses gratitude for the women who reached out after her disclosure on the show, noting the significance of helping others feel less alone in their experiences.
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Lexi concludes her post with a heartfelt shoutout to Joey, praising him for showing non-judgmental, kind love and setting high standards for her future relationships.
