Summary

Oprah kept a gratitude journal for a full decade until life got busy. A few years ago, having dropped her gratitude journal practice, she wondered why she no longer felt as much joy. She started keeping a gratitude journal again and noticed the positive difference in her happiness, her worldview, and her life. Many years ago, when Oprah was weeping uncontrollably, Maya Angelou told her to stop and say thank-you. Angelou told her to say thank-you for the fact that whatever the problem, she will get through it. Gratitude is not always easy, but it gives one perspective and can transform any situation.

Oprah then writes about her struggles with food, weight gain and loss, and dieting. After decades, Oprah finally realized that being grateful for her body, no matter its shape or size, is the key to loving herself more. However, it...