Oprah's Super Soul

Why Barbara Brown Taylor Says Running from Pain May Be Holding You Back | Super Soul Sparks

2026-11-01

Oprah sits down with bestselling author and Episcopal priest Barbara Brown Taylor for a powerful discussion on uncertainty, grief, faith, resilience, personal growth, and spiritual transformation. In this thought-provoking conversation with Oprah, bestselling author, professor, and Episcopal priest Barbara Brown Taylor explores why uncertainty, loss, and sadness may hold some of our greatest opportunities for transformation. Rather than running from difficult emotions, she shares how embracing them can lead to deeper wisdom, courage, faith, and self-discovery. Full episode “Barbara Brown Taylor: Don't Be Afraid of the Dark” originally aired August 13, 2018. Listen to full episodes wherever you get your podcasts.

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2026-11-01

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Awaken, discover and connect to the deeper meaning of the world around you with Oprah's Super Soul. Hear Oprah’s personal selection of her interviews with thought-leaders, best-selling authors, spiritual luminaries, as well as health and wellness experts. All designed to light you up, guide you through life’s big questions and help bring you one step closer to your best self.

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