Novelist, singer, actress, poet, director, researcher and so much more – Maya Angelou effortlessly fit all these roles perfectly. Despite having a troubled childhood and a tumultuous youth, she rose above everything to become the inspiring woman that she is. Every time she went through a great deal of struggle, she poured her misery into heart-touching poetry and bounced back stronger. Her writings resonate with us so deeply even today. Here are some powerful quotes by Maya Angelou that touch every emotion a human can experience.
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This phenomenal woman will always reside in our hearts!
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