Oprah Talks to Pema Chödrön
She's one of the most influential voices in contemporary spirituality, and the writer whose books are passed from friend to friend. Pema Chödrön explains the great trick in dealing with difficult feelings, what her calling has meant to her two children, the meditation practice that will keep you from ever feeling alone again, and why, finally, "this moment is the perfect teacher."

The Height Report: Style and the Short Woman
It's tough to be tiny in a world where fashion worships the tall and skinny. O's special section troubleshoots fit problems and shopping frustrations, and offers flattering strategies for those 5'4" and under.

Lisa Kogan Tells All
Some of our best friends are men, but when it comes to the people who are out there every day making the world a better place to be (and in heels, no less!)—our very discriminating columnist wants to single out a few spectacular women.

Maybe You Need to Gain 10 Pounds
Is it time to broaden our definition of a healthy weight? A recent government study has found that carrying a few extra pounds may actually help you live longer. As if the weight wars weren't complicated enough…