Being on Oprah’s Hope in Haiti show was a tremendous experience. I had a little impromptu dinner with some friends including Sean Penn, Paul Haggis, David Belle and Marni Lewis – a great group of people to watch the show with. You know, in truth, it’s a lot easier for me to watch another person than it is for me to watch myself; I really loved watching Sean Penn. I was particularly struck by the size of the room Sean sleeps in at his J/P HRO camp. His heart is as big as his bedroom is small; it’s extraordinary.

I loved the way that Oprah navigated her journey in Haiti – connecting with people and taking Haiti in through so many different lenses. She explored the devastation, the success, the growth, the rebuilding, the relationships. She really encapsulated the truth of Haiti, which is that there is so much positivity and so much to celebrate.

Of course, it felt a little odd to be watching myself; I am much more comfortable being with the artisans than in front of the camera. But, what I loved was really talking to Oprah. I feel so connected to her on so many levels – mind, body and spirit. She has always been an inspiration to me, she does everything with such heart and this is what I felt while I was talking to her. I wanted to share everything about Haiti with Oprah; I could’ve talked to her forever!

I always say that, “It’s not about the me, it’s about the we.” And this is, truly, why I am thrilled to have had this conversation with Oprah. Haiti is rebuilding and it takes a community. There is no person better than Oprah to take the story of Haiti and share it with the masses. I was honored to be a part of the experience and I look forward to seeing how this, too, becomes a part of Haiti’s journey toward a bright and beautiful future.

To view highlights from the show, click here.