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Good morning Quote by Maya Angelou

“If you have only one smile in you, give it to the people you love. Don't be surly at home, then go out in the street and start grinning 'Good morning' at total strangers.” quote by Maya Angelou
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“If you have only one smile in you, give it to the people you love. Don't be surly at home, then go out in the street and start grinning 'Good morning' at total strangers.”

Maya Angelou

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Maya Angelou Show, 1995

Share your best smile with loved ones and spread positivity to strangers, fostering kindness.

In simple terms: Give your smile to loved ones and strangers.

Key Takeaway

Smile generously.

Themes

kindness relationships positivity

Mood

warm encouraging

Type

motivational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • Family gatherings
  • public interactions
  • customer service

Key Concepts

Empathy social connection

Questions to Reflect On

  • When did a smile change your day?
  • How can you balance authenticity with kindness?
A Different Perspective

Smiles may be insincere or misinterpreted.

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