10 Of The Most Powerful Things Oprah Has Ever Said

"Real integrity is doing the right thing, knowing that nobody’s going to know whether you did it or not."

"I've come to believe that each of us has a personal calling that's as unique as a fingerprint - and that the best way to succeed is to discover what you love and then find a way to offer it to others in the form of service, working hard, and also allowing the energy of the universe to lead you."

"Turn your wounds into wisdom."

"If friends disappoint you over and over, that's in large part your own fault. Once someone has shown a tendency to be self-centered, you need to recognise that and take care of yourself; people aren't going to change simply because you want them to."

"One if the hardest things in life to learn are which bridges to cross and which bridges to burn."

"If I lost control of the business, I'd lose myself--or at least the ability to be myself. Owning myself is a way to be myself."

"Think like a queen. A queen is not afraid to fail. Failure is another steppingstone to greatness."

"Surround yourself only with people who are going to take you higher."

"Excellence is the best deterrent to racism and sexism."

"What I know for sure is that speaking your truth is the most powerful tool we all have."