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Super Soul · September 20, 2026 · 11m 15s

Iyanla Vanzant Opens Up About Losing Her Daughter & Finding God Again | Super Soul Sparks

Iyanla Vanzant joins Oprah Winfrey for a deeply personal conversation about her journey from childhood poverty and abuse to spiritual teacher and bestselling author. She recounts surviving a suicide attempt, the depression that followed, and the spiritual awakening that transformed her life. The loss of her daughter Jamia becomes a central turning point, forcing her to redefine her understanding of God, forgiveness, and grief. Throughout, Iyanla emphasizes the power of surrender, faith, and purpose as essential to healing.

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Healing from Childhood Trauma Through Spiritual Practice
Iyanla Vanzant describes her journey from childhood abuse, poverty, and a suicide attempt to spiritual transformation.
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Grief and the Redefinition of God and Forgiveness
Losing her daughter Jamia shattered Iyanla's previous understanding of God and forced her to rebuild her faith from a place of deeper surrender and forgiveness.

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