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Oprah sits down with Oscar®-nominated actress and best-selling author Mariel Hemingway and her soul mate, Bobby Williams, to explore wholehearted living, finding your balance, seeking adventure and learning how to live a simpler, more vibrant life—the impetus for Mariel and Bobby's new book, Running with Nature, and Mariel's documentary Running from Crazy.
Because Mariel's family has an extensive history of mental illness and suicide, she has made it her life's mission to promote mental, spiritual and physical health. Bobby, a former Hollywood stuntman and extreme athlete, is a strong proponent of achieving serenity through outdoor activities. Together, they believe that nature has the sacred power to heal, transform and transcend, and that by reconnecting with nature, we can reconnect with ourselves. Mariel and Bobby reveal how each one of us can tap into his or her soul's mission and cultivate a life filled with fun, love, laughter and adventure.
Plus, John and Sherry Petersik, founders of the website Young House Love and authors of a book by the same name, show us how they bring love and light into their home.
Best-selling author Steven Pressfield joins Oprah at her Maui retreat in Hawaii for an inspiring conversation about breaking down the barriers that keep us from realizing our purpose in the world. For anyone who has ever felt stuck, Steven offers practical insights he gained from his own struggles attempting to write his first novel, The Legend of Bagger Vance, which went on to become a best-selling book and a Hollywood feature film.
As he describes in his book The War of Art, Steven believes we all have our own unique creative genius. However, he says, there is an internal force—resistance—that often keeps us from expressing it. Whether you want to change careers, run a marathon, write the great American novel or be an entrepreneur, Steven's advice can help you express your deepest yearnings from the inside out.
Oprah interviews Diana Nyad, who, at age 64, inspired the world when she became the first person to swim from Cuba to Florida without a shark cage, finishing in just under 53 hours. It's a revealing conversation about chasing dreams, pushing limits and daring with intention and purpose.
Diana was a prodigy in the pool from the time she started swimming competitively at age 10. She first earned international acclaim in 1975, when she swam around Manhattan in a record-breaking eight hours. Four years later, and with several world records to her name, she retired from swimming, on her 30th birthday.
She went on to become a professional sportscaster, author and motivational speaker. Eventually, though, after losing her mother in 2007 and experiencing what she called an existential crisis, Diana returned to the ocean—and to a journey that would test her mind, body and soul.
Oprah interviews Diana Nyad, who, at age 64, inspired the world when she became the first person to swim from Cuba to Florida without a shark cage, finishing in just under 53 hours. It's a revealing conversation about chasing dreams, pushing limits and daring with intention and purpose.
Diana was a prodigy in the pool from the time she started swimming competitively at age 10. She first earned international acclaim in 1975, when she swam around Manhattan in a record-breaking eight hours. Four years later, and with several world records to her name, she retired from swimming, on her 30th birthday.
She went on to become a professional sportscaster, author and motivational speaker. Eventually, though, after losing her mother in 2007 and experiencing what she called an existential crisis, Diana returned to the ocean—and to a journey that would test her mind, body and soul.
Oprah Winfrey sits down with best-selling author Dani Shapiro to discuss one of life’s biggest questions: What do you believe? Dani shares her path to discovering a deeper, fuller, more joyful life.
Anne Lamott, the New York Times best-selling author of Help, Thanks, Wow: The Three Essential Prayers, Operating Instructions and Bird by Bird, joins Oprah at her home in Hawaii to talk about the three types of prayer that can help anyone through challenging times. Anne introduces her latest book, Stitches: A Handbook on Meaning, Hope and Repair, a funny and profoundly moving meditation on the search for meaning and how we can make the wounded parts of ourselves whole again, stitch by stitch. Plus, she opens up about her recovery from addiction and her ongoing commitment to appreciate the sacred in everyday life.
Described by Time magazine as "one of the most influential Christian leaders in the country," Rob Bell joins Oprah to explore his latest book, What We Talk About When We Talk About God, and to discuss why more and more people are identifying with spirituality over religion.
At age 28, Rob founded Mars Hill Bible Church in Michigan, which became one of the fastest-growing mega-churches in America. While his progressive interpretation of the Bible has been embraced by many, it has also become a point of contention for others because of Rob's new ways of thinking about God, religion, heaven and hell.
Oprah sits down with Mark Nepo, author, poet and teacher, at her home in Hawaii. During their discussion, Mark opens up about how battling cancer can be a catalyst for a spiritual awakening.
Mark had just achieved his life's dream of becoming a published poet when he was diagnosed with a rare form of lymphoma. While undergoing treatment, he embarked on a journey that would ultimately lead to his greatest life lessons.
Now a two-time cancer survivor, Mark is the author of 14 books, including the New York Times best-seller The Book of Awakening, which made its way onto Oprah's Ultimate Favorite Things list in 2010. Through writing and teaching, Mark remains devoted to the exploration of inner transformation and healing.
Also, in a Super Soul Short update, wellness advocate Kris Carr reveals how a recent spiritual shift has changed the way she lives with—and beyond—cancer.
Oprah sits down with Mark Nepo, author, poet and teacher, at her home in Hawaii. During their discussion, Mark opens up about how battling cancer can be a catalyst for a spiritual awakening.
In part two of this thought-provoking interview, Mark shares the inspiration behind his book, 7,000 Ways to Listen, and why he believes listening with an open heart is the key to living a vibrant and meaningful life.
Now a two-time cancer survivor, Mark is the author of 14 books, including the New York Times best-seller The Book of Awakening, which made its way onto Oprah's Ultimate Favorite Things list in 2010. Through writing and teaching, Mark remains devoted to the exploration of inner transformation and healing.
On December 14, 2012, 20 children and 6 adults lost their lives in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in Newtown, Connecticut, including Francine and David Wheeler's 6-year-old son, Benjamin. With astounding grace and wisdom, the Wheelers share how they are coping with their tragic loss through courage, strength and love.
Oprah sits down with best-selling author and TED Prize winner Karen Armstrong, who shares her groundbreaking insights into the world's great religions. After conducting decades of research, Karen reveals the thread that she says runs through all the world's great religions: compassion. In our perilously divided world, she says, we need to live more compassionately now more than ever. In her book Twelve Steps to a Compassionate Life, Karen outlines simple practices anyone can do in hopes of making a lifelong commitment to creating a more harmonious world. Whether you're waiting in line at the supermarket or sitting at your desk at the office, we can all put ourselves in another person's shoes and offer them our understanding and respect.
Plus, see the first in a series of short films about what people believe. In the Super Soul Short Snatam Kaur: I Believe, musician Snatam Kaur shares how her Sikh faith has shaped her daily life and her music.
Oprah sits down with Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz, who shares the story of his inspiring rise from the housing projects in Brooklyn, New York, to his current role as a global thought leader and innovator.
Howard reveals the leadership lessons he's learned while guiding this iconic brand for more than three decades, discussing how an emphasis on ethics, authenticity and a people-before-profit philosophy helped to grow and sustain his multibillion-dollar company.
Reflecting on his book Onward: How Starbucks Fought for Its Life Without Losing Its Soul, which was number one on the New York Times best-seller list, Howard recounts the story behind the global coffee company's comeback in 2008, when he decided to return as the CEO to help restore Starbucks' core values and its mission to inspire and nurture the human spirit "one person, one cup and one neighborhood at a time."
Oprah sits down with Jack Kornfield—one of the leading Buddhist teachers in America—as he shares the surprising secret to growing one's spiritual practice, introduces the basic principles behind Buddhism and explains the steps involved in mindful living.
Jack's spiritual explorations have taken him around the world. After graduating from Dartmouth College in 1967, he joined the Peace Corps and was sent to northeastern Thailand, where he eventually sought training as a Buddhist monk. After leading a monastic life for five years, Jack chose to return to the United States, eager to share what he had learned and to integrate the ancient teachings of Buddhism into the modern world.
Oprah sits down with today's top thinkers, teachers and spiritual leaders to discuss life's big questions. A regular feature on "Super Soul Sunday," Oprah's Soul to Soul segment features a questionnaire that poses thought-provoking questions: What is the difference between spirituality and religion? What is the soul? What happens when we die? Now, in this soul-stirring celebration, we reflect on the most provocative insights and fascinating viewpoints from a remarkable roster of guests, including renowned author Dr. Maya Angelou, singer/songwriter India.Arie, vulnerability researcher Brené Brown, legendary NBA coach Phil Jackson and more.
Plus, see exclusive never-before-seen footage and surprise guest appearances by rock and soul queen Tina Turner, legendary filmmaker George Lucas and Grammy award-winning artist John Legend. Then, we asked our dedicated community to share the places they feel at peace. See their breathtaking photos!
