After years of helping others confront and heal from personal struggles on Iyanla: Fix My Life, Iyanla Vanzant has shared the true reasons behind her decision to leave Oprah Winfrey’s network. The spiritual teacher and life coach recently opened up about the challenges she faced during her time on the show, revealing that her departure was not only a personal choice but a matter of self-preservation.
According to Vanzant, the decision to step away came after years of intense criticism and negativity, including threats that took a toll on her mental and emotional well-being. Despite her mission to guide people through profound transformation, Vanzant found herself at the center of harsh criticism that made her reconsider the costs of staying on the show. She expressed a desire to find peace and a life outside the intense spotlight of reality TV. “I wanted freedom: freedom to do, to be, to go,” she shared in a recent interview.
Beyond the external pressures, Vanzant felt it was simply time to move forward. She described feeling a spiritual nudge to bring the journey to a close, knowing that continuing could lead to burnout. “Forcing yourself to stay in something after you’re complete with it is exhausting,” she explained, emphasizing the importance of recognizing when a mission has run its course.
Today, Vanzant remains focused on her calling to teach and heal through other platforms, including her popular podcast The R Spot. Her departure from the show is a powerful reminder of the importance of self-care and trusting one’s intuition, even when it means leaving a successful endeavor. Fans and followers continue to support her journey, respecting her choice to prioritize peace and personal fulfillment.
