Oprah's Super Soul Super Soul Special: Dr. Maya Angelou, Part 2: Best Advice She Ever Received
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Sep 10, 2025 AI Snips
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Begin The Day With Gratitude
- Start each day with gratitude for simple things like light and breath.
- Thanking God reframes losses as openings for better things.
A Phone Call That Changed A Life
- Oprah describes calling Maya in tears and being told to say "thank you" because God put a rainbow in the clouds.
- That moment changed Oprah's outlook and became life-changing.
A Mother's Unconditional Support
- Maya's mother welcomed her baby and guided young Maya instead of shaming her.
- Vivian Baxter supported Maya's independence and always made her feel loved.