I am guided by the vision of what I believe this show can be. Originally our goal was to uplift, enlighten, encourage and entertain through the medium of television. Now, our mission statement for The Oprah Winfrey Show is to use television to transform people's lives, to make viewers see themselves differently and to bring happiness and a sense of fulfillment into every home.

You can't accomplish anything worthwhile if you inhibit yourself. If life teaches you nothing else, know this for sure: When you get the chance, go for it.

If we're really committed to growth, we never stop discovering new dimensions of self and self-expression .

The roses, the lovely notes, the dining and dancing are all welcome and splendid. But when the Godiva is gone, the gift of real love is having someone who'll go the distance with you. Someone who, when the wedding day limo breaks down, is willing to share a seat on the bus.

That whisper you keep hearing is the universe trying to get your attention.

Right now you are one choice away from a new beginning - one that leads you toward becoming the fullest human being you can be.

What I know is, is that if you do work that you love, and the work fulfills you, the rest will come.