Inspiring quotes by Maya Angelou
Maya
Angelou (born Marguerite Johnson, April 4, 1928) is an American poet,
memoirist, actress and an important figure in the American Civil Rights
Movement. In 2001 she was named one of the 30 most powerful women in
America by Ladies Home Journal.
Maya Angelou is known for the
autobiographical writings I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings (1969) and
All God’s Children Need Traveling Shoes (1986). Her volume of poetry,
Just Give Me a Cool Drink of Water ‘Fore I Die (1971) was nominated for
the Pulitzer Prize, and in 1993, Angelou read her poem "On the Pulse of
Morning" during Bill Clinton’s Presidential inauguration.
In
April last year, Maya Angelou was interviewed by Oprah on her 74th
birthday. Oprah asked her what she thought of growing older. And, there
on television, she said it was "exciting."
Regarding body
changes, she said there were many, occurring every day…like her
breasts. They seem to be in a race to see which will reach her waist
first.
The audience laughed so hard they cried. She is such a simple and honest woman, with so much wisdom in her words!
Maya Angelou said this:
"I’ve learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow."
"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."
"I’ve learned that making a "living" is not the same thing as "making a life."
"I’ve learned that even when I have pains, I don’t have to be one."
"I’ve learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance."
"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 some things back."
"I’ve learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart, I usually make the right decision."
"I’ve
learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People
love a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back."
"I’ve learned that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you’ll miss them when they’re gone from your life."
"I’ve learned that I still have a lot to learn."
"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."
Note:
And wow…., I personally like the last one ;p
I hope you enjoy reading this as much as I did
And find some truth in them to inspire your day
