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Oprah sits down with theologian and author Father Richard Rohr to discuss how we can reconnect to our true selves by overcoming the many ways in which our egos block our paths. Father Richard, who has been a Franciscan priest for more than 40 years and founded the Center for Action and Contemplation in Albuquerque, New Mexico, has a firsthand understanding of how silence and meditation, deeper spiritual intuitions and the inherent experience of love can lead to transformational discoveries within oneself.
Oprah sits down with Rob Bell, one of America's most influential and progressive spiritual leaders, and his wife, Kristen, who explore a new way of understanding marriage in their compelling recent book, The Zimzum of Love: A New Way of Understanding Marriage. Using their own relationship as an example, Rob and Kristen share insights gleaned from over 20 years of their own ups and downs, joys and struggles, and share their keys to building a healthy and lasting relationship.
Oprah is joined by Paralympic bronze medalist snowboarder and Dancing with the Stars finalist Amy Purdy for an inspiring conversation about rising above your circumstances, living with spiritual courage, and the power of visualizing your dreams. After losing her legs at age 19 as a result of bacterial meningitis, Amy has achieved extraordinary things, representing the power of inner strength as she continues to overcome obstacles and live as a role model for those who have faced challenges in their lives. In the conversation, Oprah and Amy also discuss the importance of positive energy, recognizing love and how it shows up in your life, as well as her new memoir, On My Own Two Feet: From Losing My Legs to Learning the Dance of Life. Most recently, Amy was part of Oprah's multicity arena tour that traveled throughout the United States in the fall of 2014, where Amy honored local women who are making positive changes in their communities and inspiring others to do the same.
Oprah speaks with Sister Joan Chittister, a Roman Catholic nun and author of nearly 50 books, for a discussion about new ways of looking at God, the vital force that women represent in the church and in society, and the divinity of merging spirituality and science. Sister Joan is an outspoken advocate of justice, peace and equality especially for women all over the world. She has been one of America's visionary spiritual voices for more than 30 years.
Oprah is joined by best-selling author and travel writer Pico Iyer for a conversation about the benefits of bringing stillness into our lives and how to find balance when making a living and making a life sometimes point in opposite directions. Pico, a lifelong traveler who has journeyed all over the world, from India and Ethiopia to Cuba and Kathmandu, realized early on that our lives are crowded, chaotic and noisy, and he believes that there has never been a greater need to slow down, tune out and give ourselves permission to be still. It is the focus of his latest book, The Art of Stillness: Adventures in Going Nowhere, which considers the unexpected adventure of staying put and how sitting quietly in a room just might be the ultimate adventure. He also shares how we can take our feelings of home with us wherever we go. It was something he learned firsthand after narrowly escaping a forest fire that destroyed his childhood home and nearly all his possessions.
Oprah talks to former NBA player Jay Williams about his near-fatal career-ending motorcycle accident in 2003, his regrets and how he's learned to fulfill his destiny despite those who say he threw it all away.
Oprah sits down with New York Times best-selling author Cynthia Bond, whose debut novel, Ruby, is the latest selection for Oprah's Book Club 2.0. The plot centers around the story of Ruby Bell, a beautiful girl born of tragedy who suffers horrors and fights against her personal demons in Liberty Township, Texas. Oprah and Cynthia explore this deeply soulful and redemptive book as well as Cynthia's personal story of hope and healing. They also discuss Cynthia's years teaching writing to homeless and at-risk youth throughout Los Angeles, her triumphs as a first-time author and the book's core belief that it is possible to heal from nearly anything.
Oprah speaks with best-selling author Michael Pollan about our evolving relationship with food and how conscious eating, along with connecting to the natural world, can elevate our spiritual and physical well-being.
Oprah sits down with acclaimed author, motivational speaker and life adviser Tim Storey for a conversation about finding deeper meaning in your life and how to transform a setback into a comeback at any age.
Oprah and Jon Kabat-Zinn, PhD, founding executive director of the Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care and Society at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, offer an introduction to mindfulness meditation and the benefits it can bring to our everyday lives. He shares with Oprah how mindfulness meditation can be used to help manage stress, anxiety, pain and chronic illness. They also discuss his books, including the best-sellers Wherever You Go, There You Are and Coming to Our Senses. Plus, take a simple test to help you begin cultivating your own mindfulness
practice.
Short segment- 'A Super Soul Short' by Wavecrest Films title: "Taking a Deep Breath"
Film and television producer Brian Grazer discusses creativity and innovation and the importance of curiosity.
Short segment- 'Super Soul original short' by John Chester at Apricot Lane Farms: Emma the pig and her friend Greasy, a rooster.
Oprah talks to Dr. Christiane Northrup, best-selling author and pioneer in the field of women's health and wellness, for a conversation about empowering you to trust your inner wisdom, following your heart's desire and flourishing in life at every age.
New York Times best selling author, MSNBC host and advocate Janet Mock discusses her journey and the importance of becoming your most authentic self..
Short segment- 'Super Soul short' titled "The Atlas of Beauty" photographs of women from all over the world.
