The Oprah Factor

Oprah Winfrey is a good example of charisma. She's the talk of practically the entire world, and her show is seen by millions of viewers worldwide. Her following is indeed phenomenal and probably larger than the community of Michael Jackson fans that span the globe. Her show covers all kinds of topics: family, friendship, nature, beauty, celebrities - the like. Many viewers were inspired to do things they never thought of doing, just because they saw it on her show. Not only that, her generosity knows no bounds as she presents fantastic gifts to her live audience: cars, vacations and so much more. And now that she's heading to the Land Down Under, the locals are hit by 'Oprah fever'!

It's no surprise Time magazine listed her as one of the most influential people in the world. Being a TV talk show host AND a philantropist at the same time isn't easy, as far as I can tell. Indeed, she's doing things people wouldn't dream of doing, especially in this selfish world we live in. Sure, the issues she touches upon are relevant like what most talk shows would mention, but she goes the distance. And people who see her show are always inspired by her findings, highlights and stuff. Not even the President could do that kind of thing!

And when it comes to giving... boy does she give! Initiatives like rewarding her audience and the magnificent Big Give specials are truly inspirational as they touch the lives of those who need help. I don't know if it's really her idea or the producer's, but I'll give her the benefit of the doubt. (After all, prejudice is a bad thing!) We need to have more people like her. When the rich get richer and the poor continue to suffer, someone (or some people) need to make a stand for them.

I don't idolize Oprah, but merely state that her kind of character is what we need. You don't exactly have to give cars away to the needy, but if you can just make an effort to do more than just donate for a cause, you're already on the right track.

Cheers!