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I've Been Thinking...

Maria's collection of weekly essays to inspire hearts and minds.

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The Birth of Something New

By Maria Shriver

Maria takes a selfie wearing a shirt that says "Hope."

Life Is a Marathon

By Maria Shriver

Maria Shriver and her children in Thailand

Reality Check

By Maria Shriver

Koh Phi Phi Island, Thailand.

One Day at a Time

By Maria Shriver

A wooden path leading through a marsh at sunrise.

The Long Haul

By Maria Shriver

photo of bridge and trees

We Get To Decide

By Maria Shriver

Forest lake at dawn, dock and fishing poles.

Lean in to Love

By Maria Shriver

Maria taking a moment to herself during her recent travels.

Designing a Deeply Meaningful Life

By Maria Shriver

Maria and her mother Eunice.

A Mother’s Whistle

By Maria Shriver