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Maya Angelou Quotes Know Better

Maya Angelou was a celebrated poet, author, and civil rights activist who inspired millions with her words of wisdom. Here are 99 of her most powerful quotes to help you know better:

1. “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
2. “If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.”
3. “I’ve learned that you can tell a lot about a person by the way (s)he handles these three things: a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights.”
4. “I’ve learned that making a ‘living’ is not the same thing as making a ‘life’.”
5. “I’ve learned that you shouldn’t go through life with a catcher’s mitt on both hands; you need to be able to throw something back.”
6. “I’ve learned that people will do anything, no matter how absurd, in order to avoid facing their own souls.”
7. “I’ve learned that you can tell the size of a person by what makes him/her angry.”
8. “Success is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it.”
9. “I’ve learned that you shouldn’t compare yourself to the best others can do, but to the best you can do.”
10. “I’ve learned that you can’t go through life with a chip on your shoulder; sooner or later it will come to weigh you down.”
11. “I’ve learned that you should always leave loved ones with loving words. It may be the last time you see them.”
12. “A bird doesn’t sing because it has an answer, it sings because it has a song.”
13. “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.”
14. “Courage is the most important of all the virtues because without courage, you can’t practice any other virtue consistently.”
15. “You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so you can know who you are, what you can rise from, how you can still come out of it.”
16. “I’ve learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart, I usually make the right decision.”
17. “I’ve learned that you can’t have everything and do everything at the same time.”
18. “I’ve learned that you can’t get to know someone by listening to what they say, you have to watch what they do.”
19. “I’ve learned that people forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
20. “I’ve learned that you shouldn’t judge people by their relatives.”
21. “I’ve learned that I still have a lot to learn.”
22. “Prejudice is a burden that confuses the past, threatens the future, and renders the present inaccessible.”
23. “I’ve learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.”
24. “I’ve learned that you should never eat anything bigger than your head.”
25. “I’ve learned that you should always do what you are afraid to do.”
26. “I’ve learned that you can tell a lot about a person by the way he/she handles these three things: a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights.”
27. “I’ve learned that you should always be prepared for a sudden opportunity, because you never know when it will come.”
28. “I’ve learned that you should never be afraid to ask for help when you need it.”
29. “I’ve learned that you should always treat people the way you want to be treated.”
30. “I’ve learned that you should never let anyone else define you.”
31. “I’ve learned that you should always be true to yourself.”
32. “I’ve learned that you should never be afraid to speak up when you have something to say.”
33. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to learn from others.”
34. “I’ve learned that you should never give up on your dreams.”
35. “I’ve learned that you should always be kind to yourself.”
36. “I’ve learned that you should never be afraid to make mistakes.”
37. “I’ve learned that you should always be grateful for what you have.”
38. “I’ve learned that you should never let fear hold you back.”
39. “I’ve learned that you should always be open to new experiences.”
40. “I’ve learned that you should never stop believing in yourself.”
41. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to forgive.”
42. “I’ve learned that you should never be afraid to love.”
43. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to take risks.”
44. “I’ve learned that you should never be afraid to be yourself.”
45. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to help others.”
46. “I’ve learned that you should never give up on love.”
47. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to try new things.”
48. “I’ve learned that you should never let anyone else’s opinion of you define you.”
49. “I’ve learned that you should always be true to your values.”
50. “I’ve learned that you should never be afraid to ask questions.”
51. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to admit when you’re wrong.”
52. “I’ve learned that you should never stop growing and evolving.”
53. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to stand up for what you believe in.”
54. “I’ve learned that you should never let anyone else’s negativity bring you down.”
55. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to take responsibility for your actions.”
56. “I’ve learned that you should never be afraid to be vulnerable.”
57. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to listen to others.”
58. “I’ve learned that you should never let anyone else’s expectations of you limit you.”
59. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to apologize when you’re wrong.”
60. “I’ve learned that you should never be afraid to stand out.”
61. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to see things from a different perspective.”
62. “I’ve learned that you should never let anyone else’s success make you feel inferior.”
63. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to stand up for yourself.”
64. “I’ve learned that you should never be afraid to take a chance.”
65. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to learn from your mistakes.”
66. “I’ve learned that you should never let anyone else’s opinion of you stop you from pursuing your dreams.”
67. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to embrace change.”
68. “I’ve learned that you should never be afraid to be different.”
69. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to speak your truth.”
70. “I’ve learned that you should never let anyone else’s criticism discourage you.”
71. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to work hard for what you want.”
72. “I’ve learned that you should never be afraid to stand alone.”
73. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to help others succeed.”
74. “I’ve learned that you should never let anyone else’s negativity make you doubt yourself.”
75. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to stand up for what’s right.”
76. “I’ve learned that you should never be afraid to follow your heart.”
77. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to stand up for those who can’t.”
78. “I’ve learned that you should never let anyone else’s limitations hold you back.”
79. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to take the road less traveled.”
80. “I’ve learned that you should never be afraid to be yourself, even if it means being different.”
81. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to help those in need.”
82. “I’ve learned that you should never let anyone else’s doubts make you doubt yourself.”
83. “I’ve learned that you should always be willing to stand up for yourself, even if it’s hard.”
84. “I’ve learned that