AceShowbiz - Jeannie Mai refuses to allow her setbacks to "shape" her life. The 45-year-old TV star, who split from rapper Jeezy (Young Jeezy) in 2023, has taken to social media to celebrate her latest birthday and to reflect on her experiences over the last 12 months.

Jeannie, who turned 45 on Thursday, January 1, wrote on Instagram, "Dang. Another year around this blazing sun. If my story were to end right now, my heart would swell with overwhelming gratitude over how much I have already lived."

"I thank God for the growth. The achievements. The lessons. All I have overcome. And most importantly- for having loved so deeply that I can love even better today than I ever have before," she continued.

"My superpower is my authenticity, in not allowing life's pains to shape me into someone I am not," the TV host declared. "Even when I am walking through the dark, I will myself not to hold onto it. Hullo. I thrive in light hunnnay [star emojis]."

The mother of one added, "I am thankful for my resilience and my sharp edges that have guided me this far. And I protect my softer side, for she is to be earned [heart emoji] (sic)"

Jeannie suffered heartbreak in 2023, but she's now looking to the future with optimism. She added, "There were many days I did not believe I would see another tomorrow- yet here I stand, blessed with another year, unraveling my love, lessons, and truth knowing that while I carry them, they also carry me [praying emoji]. Happy Bday me [celebration emoji]. #Fortythrive (sic)"

Meanwhile, a source previously claimed that Jeannie was desperate to save her marriage. The insider told PEOPLE, "She got married to stay married. She's committed to trying to save her marriage."