Oprah and Anita

Posted by Anita Bondi on April 10, 2010 under Anita Bondi | 3 Comments to Read

Could I have been as famous as Oprah? Would it have been possible to have a big “A” in lights and everyone saying, “Oh, yes, Anita, of course!” One of my problems may be the fact that the “A” was already taken (that would be by Nathaniel Hawthorne of The Scarlet Letter fame.), or perhaps that I was born white and middle class (but we will leave these for another blog!).

I am tired and overbooked. I have given myself the task of working for 2 hours and then taking 30 minutes to do something that feels relaxing to me. Twenty-nine minutes ago it was reading the 10th anniversary edition of “O” magazine.

I have to tell you that there were some uncanny moments. My sister and I will be the kick-off keynote speakers at the Pocono Women, Power of 10 conference, next Saturday, April 17th. This simple 20 minute presentation has kept me up nights because of the simple title our talk was given: Make your life a Ten. This has caused many conversations with friends and clients and the other day, my sister. The notes finally organized themselves and I slept the whole night through: yahoo!

Now for a list of the uncanny moments (all having to do with the presentation I have just finished putting together):

1. Elizabeth Gilbert is saying the same things that I am (author of Eat, Pray, Love)

2. Martha Beck is saying the same things that I am (author and life coach)

3. Lisa Kogan is saying the same things that I am (monthly O columnist and one funny lady!)

4. Oprah is saying the same things that I am (needs no explanation)

5. And even Dr. Phil said one thing that I am going to say!

What is the message here? I think my time has come! No, seriously, I think it means that this particular message is now available for all to hear. The collective “We” is ready to change and if you want more than that, you will have to pick up the latest copy of O magazine and/or register here for the Pocono Women event next weekend!