Introducing 'Moments That Make Us' with Melinda French Gates

To celebrate turning 60, Melinda French Gates sat down with iconic changemakers of all ages to talk about their biggest life transitions for a special series, “Moments That Make Us.”

Check out all of the conversations in this series:

[ButterflyBeingIAWIA]

I am 47 years old and deeply in love with myself, my spirit, and the journey life has afforded me. Having survived a near-death experience due to domestic violence, journeyed through PTSD, awakened to my brilliance, and then faced a cancer diagnosis on the 10th anniversary of my NDE, I understand the moments that shape us. I understand that how you respond to the moments matters a great deal! These moments have made me who I am, and I am feeling GOOD! Life is a master teacher, and I have learned invaluable lessons that have framed a new narrative and perspective that serve me well. As Tina Turner said, “People think my life has been tough, but I think it's been a wonderful journey.” Thank you to the powerful women with your authentic voices of "Moments That Make Us" and to Melinda for sharing the insights from your own transformative moments, paving the way for others to see the path to their own greatness born out of the ashes of their very own experiences! Be well All!.

[KenzieMor]

This is awesome! I am 67 and going strong! Changing my journey in the midst of this thing called life! Happy Birthday, Melinda! Thank you for inviting us into the conversation!

[TheiaD]

Thank you for being proud of your age, Melinda! You are a true inspiration. Thanks to great women like you, I also began to love my age and the strength and wisdom I gained over the years.

[JackofallTrades-kg]

I just turned 40 this year and greatest gift to myself was starting to learn that I AM GOOD ENOUGH...

[fyvywv]

This series was AMAZING!!!! Thank you Melinda. I listen to all of them in one day.

[mpho_madiba]

Happy birthday Melinda! It’s such a privilege getting to know more about you and to hear your voice. You’ve always been such an inspiration. Thank you for sharing this incredible gift with us. ❤

[Raistdb]

Big thank you Melinda for doing this! I am not a woman but it's all very inspiring and one can always learn from others experiences, and particularly such a down to Earth and candid set of interviews.

[TrouserMonkey]

Epstien and wienstien, never forget !

[fyvywv]

My favourite quote: "Ageing is a privilege that is denied to the many". xx

[ppdokaras]

Great minds you gathered along! Happy Birthday Melinda French Gates! Have a happy sweet sixties! ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉

[LoveJoyCompassion]

Happy belated birthday Mrs.Gates!
Glad to see you are making a tremendous difference in women’s life ❤❤.
May our creator give you many many years of life and 1000x over the resources you are donating for women. A true example for other powerful women to follow!🙏🙏

[kathywilbur]

As a woman tuning 60 and going through a divorce, I have loved following your journey and it gives me hope. Thank you!

[kichan]

Thank you for doing this!! really enjoyed the sharing!!!

[MargaretCroom]

I loved this series so much. I am turning 60 this year and honestly, it's been mentally challenging. This series has honestly helped my mindset. Absolutely a gift to me. Happy Birthday Melinda!

[DeannaAckerman]

Happy early birthday to you Melinda! This is an awesome series. Thank you for sharing all of this wisdom.

[FrederickStadler]

It's like a movie trailer! Happy early birthday, Melinda! Hope you have a great month ahead. 💙💛🎆🎇💧🌊🌄

[PresentForMyself]

Just learned of your channel while watching you on Colbert tonight. I loved what you said when he asked you about having changed your name. I’m excited for what this channel has to offer! ❤🙌🏽🙏🏽

[wafahozien]

Loving you dearly, wishing you a very happy birthday and many wonderful years to come. Thanks for being my undergraduate son's Stanford commencement speaker, a moment of lift! What a joy it is to read your books and be perpetually reinvigorated by your wisdom through this series.

[kittymogulco]

Happy birthday Melinda! 🎂 So excited you started producing your own content here on the platform 🙌 I love you ❤️ and you've been my inspiration ever since I know you exist (I'm a millenial 🤣) All the best from Costa Rica 🇨🇷👌 Pura Vida!

[SuzanaMantovaniCerqueira]

Happy Birthday, dear Melinda Gates!
💐💐💐
🥂 🎁
All the best ! May you have amazing phase of life!
Lots of blessings !
Gratitude for your great initiatives.