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Super Soul Special: Thich Nhat Hanh: How to Listen with Compassion

Originally aired May 7, 2018. Thich Nhat Hanh, the Buddhist monk, author and Nobel Peace Prize nominee, sits down with Oprah to discuss his dedication to mindful meditation and his legacy of nonviolent opposition to the Vietnam War. In 1966, the spiritual leader met with Dr. Mart ...  Show more

Super Soul Special: Marianne Williamson: A Return to Love

Originally aired May 2, 2018. Best-selling author Marianne Williamson talks about the 20th anniversary of her groundbreaking book "A Return to Love." A global phenomenon, the book went on to sell more than 1.5 million copies in the United States and has been published in 23 diffe ...  Show more

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