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

Maya Angelou

The desire to reach for the stars is ambitious. The desire to reach hearts is wise.

Maya Angelou

I believe that the most important single thing, beyond discipline and creativity is daring to dare.

Maya Angelou

No matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.

Maya Angelou

I am too fond of reading books to care to write them.

Maya Angelou

I've learned that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you'll miss them when they're gone from your life.

Maya Angelou

I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one.

Maya Angelou

You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.

Maya Angelou

I did then what I knew how to do. Now that I know better, I do better.

Maya Angelou