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5 Lessons I Learned from My Interviews with Maya Angelou

By Marianne Schnall — 2018

Over the decades of my career as a journalist, I have had the privilege of interviewing an incredible array of well-known thought leaders and public figures. I am often asked: “Who was your favorite interview?” It is a question I find nearly impossible to answer. Yet, when pressed, there is one figure who truly stands out as the most memorable and the one I often find myself quoting: Dr. Maya Angelou.

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The Difference Between Hope and Optimism

I’ve found during the pandemic that optimism isn’t the best way to improve your well-being. The research shows that hope is a far more potent force. We can all get better at it as we work toward recovering from the pandemic, and benefit from our improved skill for the rest of our lives.

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How to Be Hopeful, Even When It’s Really, Really Hard

As uncomfortable as it may feel, pushing ourselves to imagine that better future may be a crucial way for us to maintain some semblance of mental well-being—now and whenever that beautiful future does arrive.

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Why Hope Matters

Hoping we can make things better is the secret to doing so.

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The Power of Hope, and Recognizing When It’s Hopeless

Hope can alter how you view yourself.

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The Benefits of Optimism Are Real

Having a positive outlook is the most important predictor of resilience.

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