11 Best Life Lessons From Oprah Winfrey

"Slow down, because the only moment we can really live is now. Being in the present moment, if you can learn to do that, begins to change your whole life. Just staying focused on what is happening now . . . When we're truly present, we recognize that the ordinary moments are life's greatest gifts."

Takeaway: Slow down, and don't multitask. This will distract you, and you may end up making mistakes that you can't take back. Another benefit to slowing down is that you'll be able to appreciate the small and seemingly mundane things.