Maya Angelou

Poet Memoirist American 1928 – 2014

African-American poet and memoirist known for I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings.

384 quotes

"The body's memory is its own kind of poetry."
Philosophy
"Solitude is where I can be truly honest with myself."
Solitude
"There is no time to waste on things that do not matter."
Time
"I will not apologize for taking care of myself."
"The goal of education is to create independent, critical thinkers."
Education
"I am a woman of the world, and the world is my home."
Freedom
"Gratitude is a powerful transformative force."
Gratitude
"The creativity within you is your greatest asset."
Creativity
"Justice delayed is justice denied, and we must act now."
Justice
"Patience is not passive; it is a form of power."
Patience
"Kindness costs nothing and means everything."
Kindness
"My strength comes from my ability to adapt and grow."
Strength
"Fear is just the first step toward courage."
Fear
"The power to change begins within yourself."
Power
"Money cannot buy happiness, but it can buy freedom."
Money
"Health is the greatest wealth we possess."
Health
"Adventure awaits those brave enough to seek it."
Adventure
"Imagination is the key that unlocks infinite possibilities."
Imagination
"Technology connects us, but it cannot replace genuine human connection."
Technology
"History teaches us the lessons we need to learn."
History
"Philosophy helps us understand the meaning of our existence."
Philosophy
"Literature is the mirror of the soul."
Literature
"Politics should serve the people, not the other way around."
Politics
"War teaches us the value of peace."
War
"Motivation is the spark that ignites our dreams."
Motivation
"Inspiration comes from the stories we share with one another."
Inspiration
"Relationships require honesty, vulnerability, and grace."
Relationships
"Solitude is essential for self-discovery and growth."
Solitude
"I am grateful for every lesson life has taught me."
Gratitude
"My creativity is boundless when I am free from fear."
Creativity