“I try not to set myself up as different or as a celebrity or special. I have a husband that can get on my nerves. I have kids that test my patience. I've got a cat I can't keep off the sofa. It's real. On a bad day, I'm reading 'Acts of Faith.'”

Iyanla Vanzant is an American inspirational speaker, lawyer, New Thought spiritual teacher, author, life coach, and television personality. She is best known for her books, her talk show Iyanla, and her appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show. From 2012 to 2021, she hosted OWN's Iyanla: Fix My Life. Her work is closely tied to personal growth, spirituality, and practical guidance for people trying to change their lives.