1,440 Quotes by maya angelou

You can never be great at anything unless you love it.

We must create a climate where people agree that human beings are more alike than unalike. The only way to do that is through education.

You are the sum total of everything you've ever seen, heard, eaten, smelled, been told, forgot - it's all there. Everything influences each of us, and because of that I try to make sure that my experiences are positive.

You may be pretty or plain, heavy or thin, gay or straight, poor or rich. But remember this: In an election, every voice is equally powerful -- don't underestimate your vote. Voting is the great equalizer.

Everybody born comes from the Creator trailing wisps of glory.

In the flush of love's light, we dare be brave. And suddenly we see that love costs all we are, and will ever be. Yet it is only love which sets us free.

My pride had been starched by a family who assumed unlimited authority in its own affairs.

I live in an atmosphere of music.

Hold those things that tell your history and protect them.