Jennifer Garner has spoken out about the significant career "upheaval" she experienced following her 2015 split from Ben Affleck, finalized in 2018. Garner stated that after the separation, she "hardly worked" for a considerable period to prioritize their three children: Violet, Fin, and Samuel. This career pause included turning down roles like the one in "Dallas Buyers Club" in 2012 due to overwhelming family responsibilities. While she is now more active in Hollywood, Garner remains selective about projects, preferring those based in Los Angeles to maintain family proximity, and acknowledges that acting can be a "selfish" profession requiring careful balance with family life.