How many times does Oprah's enthusiasm need to be challenged before posters realize it's enough? I can't help but wonder what answer is being sought that hasn't already been stated a number of times.

I'm at the point in reading these confrontations of her participation, that I can't wait until Monday evening. I'm hoping she'll make a statement that puts this to rest. Then again, maybe she shouldn't. She need not defend herself to anyone.

Bless her and recognize her for what she has achieved and thank her for the gift she has unselfishly offered every one of us.

I have noticed that happening however as I see it, viewing the webcast is a whole different purpose for me. I just like listening to his cds and reading his books. I get more out of my own reflective moments alone as I have more time to dwell on the concepts and in silence let whatever arises surface in me. In the webcast I am just interested to learn tidbits here and there from so many around the world coming to ask questions or share comments with Eckhart Tolle. This has been so thrilling to me. Also, I am thrilled to hear Oprah's enthusiastic remarks as she gets it for herself. It doesn't really bother me much. That is her role as a facilitator for the class and I truly see her as the perfect one to do that. She really knows how to keep things flowing, on topic, and moving along so that more can be derived for so many people in the 90 minutes they are allowed on the air. I am even impressed how much of a moment of silence they have been able to maintain on the air, something that has never been done before. I hope she can keep up the good work.

Thank you, Oprah and Eckhart for a wonderful job!

Lynne

Oh dear..
I posted the same comment and was hit hard by the O_fans...they apparently dont take too kindly if anyone even gently criticizes their hero...which is a bit scary really...I mean should anyone be above a sincere criticism? The fact is SHE did annoy many people by cutting Tolle off mid sentence..which is something all of us would consider rude by any of our family or friends for doing the very same thing in any social situation...Why then..can we not point this same action out about Oprah? Last time I looked shes still just a person...Dont rules of etiquette apply to her as well as anyone else..or she above such pedestrian formalities?

It's interesting to read this thread and although the original post is sincere, what all who have posted here can learn from Oprah's tendencies is the heart of Eckhart's message:
ACCEPTANCE!

Oprah is Oprah. She's going to do what she does. Let it happen and stop resisting. You don't have to like it. You don't have to agree with it. But when you do feel annoyed or critical or her, or are wishing her behavior was different, ask "Who" wants it to change? Who is annoyed? Use these as triggers in your own awakening process.

I will neither defend nor condemn Oprah in this post, because frankly her style during the Webcasts is inconsequential to the effectiveness of Tolle's teaching. If you had a private audience with Tolle to ask whatever you wanted for as long as you wanted, you would still have to ultimately find the truth within yourself. Stop looking to him and hanging on his every word for your salvation, and you won't be annoyed when Oprah happens to interrupt him or transition to a new topic. I suggest this with loving concern. Also, I strongly suspect that Oprah is already taking constructive feedback- likely from many sources - to heart and that what needs to change will, whether or not people post on these boards about it.

I appreciate the way bywood1434 conveyed her concern; I too noticed her excitement; what I did was closed my eyes and listened for the message and accepted! There are no mistakes!!! Acceptance, acceptance, acceptance. Oprah's a big girl I feel confident that she is able to respect the opinions of others

Your reply in itself is perpetuating an extremely judgmental position on the subject, and is that a tinge of ego and "scary" drama I detect in your verbage? You sound very bitter towards Oprah and anyone who cares to listen to what she loves to offer. No one is forcing you to participate and snide remarks about her person or that of her fans, is uncalled for.

I've never read and understood previous replies to be anyone jumping to Oprah's defense, or that they believe Oprah is above reproach. I've never experienced Oprah, herself, having any qualms or hesitations about laughing at anything she has said or done.

Reading your reply, I didn't get the feeling any part of it was meant to be a "gentle criticism". Every accusation you've made appears as a mirror image of every harsh thought you're projecting.
As to my intial response to this thread....the subject has been beaten to death and it seems the more it's rewritten and posted the more vicious the remarks.
Ever heard the expression "beating a dead horse"?

thank you for being so brave to state the obvious. and the truth. Oprah interrupts constantly and it is her EGO that is HUGE that does this. Maybe her EGO wants the spotlight since it is used to it 24/7 or maybe her EGO is intimidated by such a clear channel before her. But make no mistake she needs this work as much as we all do!!! maybe more. No I am not saying she is not a great soul her soul is beautiful!!! BUT this work is about slowly chewing these words that come from a vibration and resonance through Eckert that is real. I think this is not Oprah doing an interview with John Travolta....It's like comparing apples and elephants. This is a time to LISTEN not talk. To slowly take in what he is saying and breath. It is scary how her followers freak out which speaks a thousand volumes on that EGO dynamic. That being said I wish she would stay quiet. I thank the universe for this opportunity.

I agree with pip2012 She need to ask quastion and give little comment and let him talk ,he is the writer of the book.

Hi ...Enthusiasm is a derivative of this word,

[Origin: 1570-80; < LL enthūsiasmus < Gk enthousiasmós, equiv. to enthousí(a) possession by God (énthous, var. of éntheos having God within, equiv. to en- en-² + -thous, -theos God-possessing + -ia y³)


So Oprah is having god within.....

Blessings,

Fairyblue

bywood1434
It's just like being in a classroom, we all learn at different speeds but the class must move forward and cover a certain amount of material. Your example was a distraction for you, but next time try not to focus on that kind of thing or else you will miss important things that will discussed afterwards - you'll still be focused on what you didn't hear and miss even more. Whew, I hope that made sense.

Joy,
Togiann

Oh my...Now it just seems we are getting silly. So it is judgemental and hateful to ever make comment on anything anyone does? We are all in an open forum..and the originator of this thread put it all so well. Sure Im thrilled that Oprah is having this open discussion online and offering it to us to listen to..its wonderful...and Im sure she is a very genuine nice person..but please dont be so naive..there is money in this venture as well...in case you havent noticed..those advertisments you see before watching the interview or well paid I assure you...not to mention the number of hits on this website which also translates to how much the O_company can charge for the different advertisers on here. I am in marketing ...and I know these things..trust me. I have no jealousy or resentment about it..its just a fact. Im not sure I want to live in a world though that is false in any sense..meaning there is a falsness in acting like everything is just swell (even when you dont think it is) as much as always being negative just to be negative...I think balance is the key. So no..I support what I said..and feel it is my true essence speaking when I agree with the author of this thread that yes..I would love to have heard Tolle finish his sentences and perhaps a bit less of Oprahs personal experiences and "aha s" ..but doesnt mean I dont like her. Gee..I will tell my children if they interrupt someone that perhaps that was incorrect form and to wait their turn...doesnt mean i dont adore them...and love them....it just so happens I do. But thank you for your judgemental comment concerning me...and the fact that you decided I "resent" Oprah. Not that she would or should care..but nothing could be further from the truth. I respect anyone who can stay on the top in this fickle business as long as she has...Kudos to Oprah!!!

Oh my goodness gracious! Sometimes I guess there's just no communicating.
Loosely translated, as one poster stated, we all absorb and comprehend at different levels and variable speeds.
BTW, I don't need to be educated on advertising & marketing, it's been the greater part of my successful career.

LoL..ok so your ego is talking now...
Im glad your career has been "successful". Then you above all understand my point. Thank you!!!!!!