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I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.
"I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel."— Maya Angelou
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Meaning of this quote
The emotional effect of an encounter may outlast detailed memories of words and actions.
Key takeaway:
Pay attention to how your conduct affects another person's dignity and safety.
Origin of the quote
An earlier related saying is credited to Carl W. Buehner; expanded version later circulated under Angelou's name.
Who actually said this?
Historical tracing distinguishes earlier wording from the expanded popular version; Angelou's authorship of this exact sentence is not established here.
