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Nov 2020
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Understanding “A Return to Love”

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From the June 24, 1992: Spiritual leader, activist and author Marianne Williamson joins The Oprah Winfrey Show to discuss her New York Times best-selling book A Return to Love. She explains her concepts of love and inner peace, and what she considers “a real miracle:” perspective change. Marianne also answers questions from the audience.

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