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I don’t trust people who don’t love themselves and tell me, ‘I love you.’ … There is an African saying which is: Be careful when a naked person offers you a shirt.
A Quote By Maya Angelou
Maya Angelou
Acclaimed Poet, Memoirist, and Civil Rights Activist.
Maya Angelou was an acclaimed American poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist. Best known for "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings," she overcame adversity to become a voice for African Americans and women worldwide.
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Maya Angelou emphasizes the importance of self-love, authenticity, and integrity in relationships. She suggests that genuine love and trust in others stem from self-acceptance and self-love, using an African proverb to illustrate the importance of genuine intentions and authenticity in relationships.
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