“For many people searching for peace and purpose, the greatest spiritual challenge they will ever face is the struggle to forgive. There was a time when I thought forgiveness was about the offender. I believed if I offered my forgiveness, I was accepting the person who harmed me, even condoning the act. But I’ve long since learned that releasing the pain, frustration, and anger you carry is a critical step toward freedom—for yourself. The truth is, if you’re holding a grudge, that grudge is really holding you. Forgiveness doesn’t mean that what happened to you is okay. It means letting go so that the past is no longer going to affect your present and your future.” —Oprah
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Oprah and Nedra Glover Tawwab, MSW, LCSW, a licensed therapist and New York Times bestselling author of Set Boundaries, Find Peace: a Guide to Reclaiming Yourself, were joined by a select group of Oprah Daily Insiders for a poignant conversation. Tawwab discussed what true forgiveness is, how to leave a toxic forgiveness cycle, what parents should be teaching children about apologizing, and more.
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Every month this year, Oprah will lead a new class in which she and special guests exchange ideas about the defining principles explored in “The Life You Want” Planner. She’ll answer questions from the chat and from a select group of Oprah Daily Insiders (yes, you could be one of them!) chosen to participate in the conversation. How can you join Oprah on-screen in an upcoming event? Insiders, keep an eye out for an email inviting you to apply before each class.
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BOOKS YOU’LL WANT
Ahead of our July 12 class, pick up a copy of Set Boundaries, Find Peace: a Guide to Reclaiming Yourself, by Nedra Glover Tawwab, MSW, LCSW. It provides a comprehensive look at how to stay true to yourself and focus on what is most important to you.
In May, Oprah and Jamie Kern Lima discussed her book, Believe IT: How to Go from Underestimated to Unstoppable, in which she shares how she evolved from humble beginnings to growing IT Cosmetics into a thriving brand. Oprah also referred to The Road Less Traveled, by Dr. M. Scott Peck, which opens with the idea that life is challenging. “We’ve all gone through hard things. Why? Because life is difficult. And when we do, we have to ask ourselves, What was I supposed to learn from that?” Oprah said.
In April, Oprah and Mark Nepo explored themes from his work titled The Book of Awakening. He also discussed how being creative can help boost your authenticity and presence in the moment.
In March, Oprah, Dr. Anita Phillips, and Claudia Rankine explored many of the themes discussed in Rankine’s work Just Us: An American Conversation. In the book, Rankine uses a range of essays, poems, and images to help us connect deeply and converse on topics that are often divisive, including white privilege.
In February, Oprah and Frank Bruni discussed the theme of vulnerability and how it relates to Bruni’s powerful memoir, The Beauty of Dusk: On Vision Lost and Found. Bruni recounts the medical and spiritual odyssey he embarked on following a stroke that left him blind in one eye and threatened to take away his sight entirely.
Back in January, Oprah and Martha Beck took a deeper look at the themes and topics covered in Martha’s book The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self. This suggested reading can help you dig deeper into those themes and better equip you to achieve your goals for this year and beyond.
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June 7th: Compassion and Empathy with Oprah and Jeff Weiner, the executive chairman of LinkedIn
Oprah was joined by Jeff Weiner, the executive chairman of LinkedIn, who shared how to practice empathy and compassion in life and career, what sets these two emotions apart, and his work with The Compassion Project. Oprah Daily Insiders joined their discussion and asked questions using examples from their personal lives.
May 3rd: Resilience with Oprah and Jamie Kern Lima, author and founder of IT Cosmetics
Oprah was joined by Jamie Kern Lima, the founder of IT Cosmetics and author of Believe IT: How to Go from Underestimated to Unstoppable, who shared insights on staying resilient in the face of rejection while chasing your dreams, and how "no" shouldn't throw you off course if you're living authentically. Oprah Daily Insiders joined their conversation, and shared some of their individual experiences.
April 5th: Being Fully Present with Oprah and poet and philosopher Mark Nepo
Oprah was joined by Mark Nepo, who discussed how living in the moment can bring you peace, as well as how creativity can help you live a more authentic life. A group of Oprah Daily Insiders joined their thought-provoking conversation and opened up about their experiences living as their true selves, their foundational stories, and more.
March 8th: The Value of Connection with Oprah, Dr. Anita Phillips, and professor Claudia Rankine
Oprah was joined by Dr. Anita Phillips and Claudia Rankine, who discussed how to open your heart space and build stronger bonds. A group of Oprah Daily Insiders joined their enlightening conversation, in which they shared details from their personal experiences.
February 22: The Importance of Vulnerability with Oprah and Frank Bruni
Oprah was joined by Frank Bruni to discuss vulnerability and other themes covered in The Beauty of Dusk: On Vision Lost and Found. Oprah Daily Insiders joined their conversation, where they shared about what happens when you truly make yourself vulnerable and the power this emotion holds in our relationships.
February 8: The Power of Integrity with Oprah and Martha Beck
Oprah was joined by Martha Beck and surprise guest Maria Shriver in our second “The Life You Want” class. A group of Oprah Daily Insiders joined the powerful conversation, in which they and viewers were guided through exercises to help understand what it means to live a life that honors your true self.
January 18: Getting Started with Oprah
For our first “The Life You Want” class, Oprah was joined by Oprah Daily Insiders as they charted a course for the series and the year ahead while working toward intentions together.
January 11: Vision Boarding led by Gayle, Adam, and Gabby Bernstein
Gayle King, Adam Glassman, and Gabby Bernstein were joined by special guest Drew Barrymore and Oprah Daily Insiders as they created vision boards for 2022.
