United Kingdom, March 19 -- Brittany Cartwright has been surprised by her own resilience since leaving Jax Taylor.

The 36-year-old star split from Jax, 45, in 2024, and Brittany hopes that her experience can inspire other women to leave "toxic" relationships.

The reality star - who married Jax back in 2019 - told PEOPLE: "It's been difficult to share everything, but also I felt like it was so necessary because if I can help any woman leave a toxic relationship, then I am so proud of myself for being able to do that and show that and how there's another side."

Asked what lessons she's learned from her recent experience, Brittany replied: "How strong I was, because I never thought I was very strong.

"My confidence is so much better. I l...