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Maya Angelou

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The official Twitter account for Dr. Maya Angelou. Poet, educator, historian, best-selling author, actress, civil-rights activist, producer and director.

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“Each of us needs to withdraw from the cares which will not withdraw from us.” – Dr. Maya Angelou Mental wellness isn’t always about doing more — it’s about pausing. Rest is powerful. 🌿 #MayaOnMindAndSpirit #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #ProtectYourPeace #MayaAngelou

“Each of us needs to withdraw from the cares which will not withdraw from us.” – Dr. Maya Angelou

Mental wellness isn’t always about doing more — it’s about pausing. Rest is powerful. 🌿

#MayaOnMindAndSpirit #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #ProtectYourPeace #MayaAngelou
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✊🏿 “Good done anywhere is good done everywhere.” – Dr. Maya Angelou On #AfricanLiberationDay, we honor the unity, strength & spirit of Africa. Maya Angelou’s time in Ghana and ties to Pan-Africanism remind us: our struggles — and our dreams — are shared. #MayaAngelou

✊🏿 “Good done anywhere is good done everywhere.” – Dr. Maya Angelou

On #AfricanLiberationDay, we honor the unity, strength & spirit of Africa. Maya Angelou’s time in Ghana and ties to Pan-Africanism remind us: our struggles — and our dreams — are shared.

#MayaAngelou
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🇺🇸 “You have already been paid for. All we really have to do is say, Thank You—have an attitude of gratitude.” – Dr. Maya Angelou This Memorial Day, we honor those who gave their all. May we remember with gratitude and carry their legacy forward. #MayaAngelou #HonorAndRemember

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🕊️ We honor the life of Congressman Charles B. Rangel — war hero, civil rights champion, and Harlem giant. A founding member of the CBC, he served with courage and conviction for 46 years. As Dr. Angelou said, “We celebrate our heroes.” #CharlesRangel #RestInPower

🕊️ We honor the life of Congressman Charles B. Rangel — war hero, civil rights champion, and Harlem giant. A founding member of the CBC, he served with courage and conviction for 46 years.

As Dr. Angelou said, “We celebrate our heroes.”

#CharlesRangel #RestInPower
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🕊️ In Memoriam: Congressman Charles B. Rangel (June 11, 1930 – May 26, 2025) Today, we honor the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of Congressman Charles B. Rangel — a decorated war hero, civil rights trailblazer, and legislative giant whose leadership shaped the heart of

🕊️ In Memoriam: Congressman Charles B. Rangel

(June 11, 1930 – May 26, 2025)

Today, we honor the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of Congressman Charles B. Rangel — a decorated war hero, civil rights trailblazer, and legislative giant whose leadership shaped the heart of
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“Nothing can dim the light which shines from within.” – Dr. Maya Angelou As #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth comes to a close, remember: joy is a form of resistance. Your light is real and worth protecting. 💛 What’s one thing you’re proud of this month? #MayaOnMindAndSpirit

“Nothing can dim the light which shines from within.” – Dr. Maya Angelou

As #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth comes to a close, remember: joy is a form of resistance. Your light is real and worth protecting. 💛

What’s one thing you’re proud of this month?

#MayaOnMindAndSpirit
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#FlashbackFriday 📺 “You claimed my mother.” “I took her, didn’t I?” – James Baldwin & Dr. Maya Angelou On May 13, 1975, two literary legends sat down for a robust conversation on race, art & identity. 50 years later, it still resonates. #MayaAngelou #JamesBaldwin

#FlashbackFriday 📺

“You claimed my mother.”
“I took her, didn’t I?” – James Baldwin & Dr. Maya Angelou

On May 13, 1975, two literary legends sat down for a robust conversation on race, art & identity. 50 years later, it still resonates.

#MayaAngelou #JamesBaldwin
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“I not only have the right to stand up for myself, but I have the responsibility.” — Dr. Maya Angelou This #PrideMonth, we honor the courage it takes to live authentically. Standing in your truth is power. 🌈 #LGBTQIA #MayaAngelou #LiveWithPride

“I not only have the right to stand up for myself, but I have the responsibility.” — Dr. Maya Angelou

This #PrideMonth, we honor the courage it takes to live authentically. Standing in your truth is power. 🌈

#LGBTQIA #MayaAngelou #LiveWithPride
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🎨 “Find a beautiful piece of art… and realize that that was created by human beings just like you.” – Dr. Maya Angelou Let the beauty around you remind you of your power to create. #MayaMonday #MayaAngelou #Creativity

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“The need for change bulldozed a road down the center of my mind.” — Dr. Maya Angelou On #WorldEnvironmentDay, we reflect on our shared duty to protect the Earth. Dr. Angelou reminds us: change begins with responsibility. 🌍💚 #MayaAngelou #EnvironmentalJustice

“The need for change bulldozed a road down the center of my mind.” — Dr. Maya Angelou

On #WorldEnvironmentDay, we reflect on our shared duty to protect the Earth. Dr. Angelou reminds us: change begins with responsibility. 🌍💚

#MayaAngelou #EnvironmentalJustice
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🌞 “This is a wonderful day, I have never seen this one before.” – Dr. Maya Angelou Dr. Angelou embraced each day with joy, gratitude, and grace. Today, we honor that spirit — may we all find beauty in the moments we’ve never seen before. #MayaAngelou #BlackJoy #Gratitude

🌞 “This is a wonderful day, I have never seen this one before.”
 – Dr. Maya Angelou

Dr. Angelou embraced each day with joy, gratitude, and grace. Today, we honor that spirit — may we all find beauty in the moments we’ve never seen before.

#MayaAngelou #BlackJoy #Gratitude
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“I believe that each of us comes from the creator trailing wisps of glory.” — Dr. Maya Angelou On #WorldOceansDay, we honor the sacred waters that sustain life. Let us protect them with the reverence they deserve. 🌊🌎 #ProtectOurOceans #MayaAngelou

“I believe that each of us comes from the creator trailing wisps of glory.” — Dr. Maya Angelou

On #WorldOceansDay, we honor the sacred waters that sustain life. Let us protect them with the reverence they deserve. 🌊🌎

#ProtectOurOceans #MayaAngelou
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🧩 Celebrate Dr. Maya Angelou’s legacy one piece at a time. The “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” 500-Piece Puzzle brings her iconic memoir cover to life. A beautiful tribute to a timeless voice. 🔗 bit.ly/4keio57 #MayaAngelou #PuzzleLovers

🧩 Celebrate Dr. Maya Angelou’s legacy one piece at a time.

The “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” 500-Piece Puzzle brings her iconic memoir cover to life.

A beautiful tribute to a timeless voice.
🔗 bit.ly/4keio57

#MayaAngelou #PuzzleLovers
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#FlashbackFriday Dr. Maya Angelou called motherhood her most outstanding achievement. Her bond with Guy Johnson was rooted in unconditional love — a legacy of strength and care that would endure. As Father’s Day nears, we honor all who’ve raised children with love, whatever

#FlashbackFriday

Dr. Maya Angelou called motherhood her most outstanding achievement. Her bond with Guy Johnson was rooted in unconditional love — a legacy of strength and care that would endure. As Father’s Day nears, we honor all who’ve raised children with love, whatever
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“My great hope is to laugh as much as I cry... to love somebody and have the courage to accept the love in return.” – Dr. Maya Angelou 🌟 This #FathersDay, we honor the men who lead with love and lift with strength. 💬 Who shaped you? #LegacyOfLove #FatherFigures

“My great hope is to laugh as much as I cry... to love somebody and have the courage to accept the love in return.” – Dr. Maya Angelou 🌟

This #FathersDay, we honor the men who lead with love and lift with strength. 💬 Who shaped you?

#LegacyOfLove #FatherFigures
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📚 “Love heals. Heals and liberates.” – Dr. Maya Angelou "Mom & Me & Mom" is a powerful memoir about forgiveness, growth, and the evolving bond between mother and daughter. A story of grace, pain, and transformation. #MayaAngelou #MomAndMeAndMom

📚 “Love heals. Heals and liberates.” – Dr. Maya Angelou

"Mom & Me & Mom" is a powerful memoir about forgiveness, growth, and the evolving bond between mother and daughter. A story of grace, pain, and transformation.

#MayaAngelou #MomAndMeAndMom
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“The truth is, none of us can be free until everybody is free.” – Dr. Maya Angelou ✊🏾 Juneteenth marks the delayed freedom of enslaved people in Texas in 1865. Today, we celebrate, reflect, and renew our commitment to the ongoing work of liberation for all. #Juneteenth

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“Your legacy is every life you touch.” – Dr. Maya Angelou From her son to her great-grandchildren, Dr. Angelou’s love shaped generations. Her legacy lives not just in her words but in her family. ❤️ 💫 #MayaAngelou #BlackLegacy

“Your legacy is every life you touch.” – Dr. Maya Angelou

From her son to her great-grandchildren, Dr. Angelou’s love shaped generations. Her legacy lives not just in her words but in her family. ❤️ 💫

#MayaAngelou #BlackLegacy
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🦋🕊️ “God loves me… I can do anything. And do it well. Any good thing, I can do it… That’s why I am who I am.” – Dr. Maya Angelou Start your week grounded in love, faith, and purpose. #MayaMonday #MayaAngelou #Gratitude

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🎓“I’m not a writer who teaches. I’m a teacher who writes.” – Dr. Maya Angelou For over 30 years, she taught at Wake Forest University — guiding students with wisdom, love, and truth. Her classroom was a place of courage, curiosity, and care. #ThrowbackThursday #MayaAngelou

🎓“I’m not a writer who teaches. I’m a teacher who writes.” – Dr. Maya Angelou

For over 30 years, she taught at Wake Forest University — guiding students with wisdom, love, and truth. Her classroom was a place of courage, curiosity, and care.

#ThrowbackThursday #MayaAngelou