What I Know For Sure

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As a creative force, student of the human heart and soul, and champion of living the life you want, Oprah Winfrey stands alone. Over the years, she has made history with a legendary talk show - the highest-rated program of its kind, launched her own television network, become the nation’s only African-American billionaire, and been awarded both an honorary degree by Harvard University and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.  From all her experiences, she has gleaned life lessons—which, for fourteen ...

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As a creative force, student of the human heart and soul, and champion of living the life you want, Oprah Winfrey stands alone. Over the years, she has made history with a legendary talk show - the highest-rated program of its kind, launched her own television network, become the nation’s only African-American billionaire, and been awarded both an honorary degree by Harvard University and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.  From all her experiences, she has gleaned life lessons—which, for fourteen years, she’s shared in O, The Oprah Magazine’s widely popular “What I Know For Sure” column, a monthly source of inspiration and revelation.

 

Now, for the first time, these thoughtful gems have been revised, updated, and collected in What I Know For Sure, a beautiful cloth bound book with a ribbon marker, packed with insight and revelation from Oprah Winfrey. Organized by theme—joy, resilience, connection, gratitude, possibility, awe, clarity, and power—these essays offer a rare, powerful and intimate glimpse into the heart and mind of one of the world’s most extraordinary women—while providing readers a guide to becoming their best selves. Candid, moving, exhilarating, uplifting, and frequently humorous, the words Oprah shares in What I Know For Sure shimmer with the sort of truth that readers will turn to again and again.

 

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"When you put out comes back all the time, no matter what....Worrying is wasted time. Use the same energy for doing something about whatever worries you....You define your own life. Don't let other people write your script...." When film critic and friend Gene Siskel asked Oprah, "What do you know for sure?," Winfrey didn't brush off it as a pesky question; she answered it in breathtaking, memorable ways. This beautifully packaged hardcover gathers together her essays, arranging them by themes with which her millions of fans can identify: joy, connection, gratitude, resilience, power, possibility, clarity, awe. A major book by a legendary living icon.

Publishers Weekly
07/28/2014
“You lead life; it doesn’t lead you” is the motivating message behind media super star Winfrey’s life, career, and latest book—a compilation from the past 14 years of her monthly column in O, the Oprah Magazine. Divided into topics including resilience, clarity, gratitude, and awe, each essay provides a brief encouraging and thought-provoking reading moment. Winfrey writes calmly and conversationally. Among many other topics, she addresses personal strength, spirituality, clutter, and debt. She encourages readers to accept and welcome change, to appreciate the gift of life, and to be true to one’s self. She digs into painful memories to share lessons she’s learned, as well as how she has moved beyond pain and regret. Those interested in her personal life will find scattered details of how she spends her days, from time with her partner or her friends to reading and exercising. Gentle and supportive, while concise and sincere, these brief observations invite readers to five minutes of quiet contemplation. Ask yourself what you know for sure, Winfrey says, and “hat you’ll find along the way will be fantastic, because what you’ll find will be yourself.” (Sept.)
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“Winfrey’s warm, familiar voice makes each personal story powerful and entertaining. Her narration adds authenticity to the underlying teachings on the importance of spirit and love.” – AudioFile Magazine
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Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781250054050
  • Publisher: Flatiron Books
  • Publication date: 9/2/2014
  • Pages: 240
  • Sales rank: 263
  • Product dimensions: 5.10 (w) x 7.20 (h) x 0.90 (d)

Meet the Author

Through the power of media, OPRAH WINFREY has created an unparalleled connection with people around the world. As host and supervising producer of the history-making The Oprah Winfrey Show, editorial director of O, The Oprah Magazine, and the CEO of OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network, she has entertained, enlightened, and uplifted millions of viewers for more than twenty-five years. Her accomplishments as a global media leader and philanthropist have established her as one of the most respected and admired public figures today.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted Thu Sep 04 00:00:00 EDT 2014

    I Also Recommend:

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    What I know for sure is that if you read this positive, upliftin

    What I know for sure is that if you read this positive, uplifting book your life will be better for it. Oprah has done an exceptional job of filling this read with gems of wisdom based on her own life. One of the most powerful things that Oprah talks about in the book is the importance of our time. She says in the book that she doesn't like to waste time, because she doesn't like to waste herself. She like to make every moment count, but she realizes at this point in her life the importance of savoring each moment, allowing what we are doing to sink in and be appreciated. I am still learning that in many ways, but it is a great reminder for us all to make sure that life is not too full that we don't enjoy it. Full of amazing nuggets that you will be able to savor yourself and share with others, WHAT I KNOW FOR SURE is a keeper for anyone who wants to discover the secret to living their best life.

    7 out of 7 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted Wed Sep 10 00:00:00 EDT 2014

    I Also Recommend:

    Crying for Help: The Shocking True Story of a Damaged Girl With a Dark Past
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    What I Know for Sure by Oprah Winfrey is an incredibly uplifting

    What I Know for Sure by Oprah Winfrey is an incredibly uplifting book. We all know of Oprah’s prowess as a television personality and businesswoman, but in this book Oprah shares bits of wisdom she has picked up throughout her life. She is a truly compelling writer who inspires us the readers to live every moment like it counts.

    3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted Sat Sep 06 00:00:00 EDT 2014

    Love, love, LOVE!

    This is a really great book and I am falling in love with this book BY THE PAGE! Highly recommend this book. This is more than food for thought. This is food for your soul and for your spirit... Straight from Oprah. This book will definitely bless you.

    3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted Wed Sep 03 00:00:00 EDT 2014

    Kezirah dwight

    My mom loves oprah winfrey we watch her on tv on own she has inspired alot it is nice to know ppl life us can be something and make something of our lives even when we have so many ppl telling us we cant be this and we cant be that and sometimes its those ppl that are saying cause they think they cant make it so no one else can so they want to hold ppl bk with them i learned so muvh stuff watching oprah in action its a delight to watch her when i grow up i want to make it in this crazy world that gets crazier everyday and by the tim im an adult its gonna be the hardest to make it but i know i can i wont stop till i ke sum of my self the only thing that could stop me is if god came bk or if i died i love the show when she talks bout where are they now and some are really good like some famous ppl are actually influencing i cant believe what fame does to some ppl i mean they choose to let it pull them in but still i have lots to say and i have lots of questions bout how to make it and hopefully ill get to meet oprah winfrey she my idol and shell answer all my questions i have btw i just turned 16 and hopefully ill meet oprah before i start college the book is really good i suggest everyobe read it wheather ur rich or poor everyone has room for improvement no matter how successfyl u r but yea thxs for this book

    3 out of 9 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted Wed Sep 10 00:00:00 EDT 2014

    I've been waiting for a book from Oprah for awhile and I am so p

    I've been waiting for a book from Oprah for awhile and I am so pleased with the content of the material. This is such an inspirational novel. She was able to share parts of her life with the reader so that we would learn or look at her situation in a different light. There were so many valuable lessons I've learned from reading this incredible book. I was so enlightened that i decided to purchase the audio book of her reading the book. I listen while on my way to work in my car! I must say she has a soothing voice, I never noticed it before. lol  

    2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted Mon Sep 08 00:00:00 EDT 2014

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    I love randomness!!! Woo hoo!! Lol :P XD

    2 out of 6 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted Sat Sep 20 00:00:00 EDT 2014

    Such an amazing book! Easy read. It felt as though Oprah was sit

    Such an amazing book! Easy read. It felt as though Oprah was sitting in front of me, telling me all these stories. Inspirational, empowering. Loved every line! :)

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  • Posted Wed Sep 17 00:00:00 EDT 2014

    I Also Recommend:

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    Absolutely loved What I Know for Sure. Five Stars!

    Absolutely loved What I Know for Sure. Five Stars!

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