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Wednesday Wise Words from Oprah

11/17/2010

 
Yesterday while having a conversation with one of my friends, we were speaking about a recent Oprah Winfrey show, and how much we respect this remarkable woman.

Both my friend and I were struck by a quote that Oprah had referenced on her show which she heard from a guest that has always stood out to her over the years...
 
“Forgiveness is giving up the hope that the past could have been different.
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Photographer Gordon Parks/LIFE magazine from Coastal Living

Aren't these words powerful?

I believe this is a great message for any of us who have ever found ourselves fixated on the past, or consumed with a point in time that is out of our control, and that we simply cannot change.

Learning how to forgive can be hard, but when you do, it is always liberating.

The power to forgive ourselves and others is not always easy, but it's something that doesn't cost you a dime, and once you do it, it is life changing!

Thank you Oprah for these great words of wisdom!

elyse link
11/17/2010 02:01:20 am

You are right! Those words are powerful... thanks for sharing. -elyse

Lindsay link
11/17/2010 04:19:19 am

This really is a great quote. Definitely saving this one! xo

Lalla
11/17/2010 05:44:29 am

Thanks for sharing this quote, Jenn! I love it and am definitely writing it down to remember!

Bethany Dirksen link
11/17/2010 06:04:50 pm

Oh Oprah....what will we do without you on television anymore!

kristen
11/18/2010 06:38:15 am

Wow...I needed to read that...thanks.

Jenn @ LL4L link
11/20/2010 11:22:12 am

I'm glad you all enjoyed this quote...every time I read it I am touched by it even more! It is such an important thing to remind ourselves of...often! Have a great weekend everyone! XOXO


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