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Make every effort to change things you do not like. If you cannot make a change, change the way you have been thinking. You might find a new solution.
"Make every effort to change things you do not like. If you cannot make a change, change the way you have been thinking. You might find a new solution."— Maya Angelou
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Meaning of this quote
Action can change an unwelcome situation, while reflection may reveal a different response when direct change is unavailable. Angelou encourages continuing to look for possibilities.
Key takeaway:
Try a practical change, then reconsider your approach if needed.
Origin of the quote
Letter to My Daughter (2008), introductory letter.
Who actually said this?
VerifiedThe passage occurs in the book’s opening advice. It is part of a longer sequence about events, response, and avoiding resignation.
