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Being Quotes

On identity, openness and staying true to yourself.

This set of quotes explores what it means to simply be: holding onto a child's spontaneity, embracing honesty that feels inappropriate in creative work, or aging with flexibility instead of resistance. For more on self-belief, see our Able quotes.

I don't think it's necessary to shout if you have a good story. But I also don't think you should shy away from being bold in the statement that you're making.

Quotes by Nancy Gibbs

I went nearly 30 years without being able to really seriously entertain marriage or a family. In fact, the word 'marriage' would actually give me a shake when it was brought up.

Quotes by Nancy Grace

I take accountability for being dumb and irresponsible.

Quotes by Nadya Suleman

Four out of the five discs in my lumbar spine are ruptured, herniated fully. Think of a jelly doughnut being squashed, and it hits nerves, causing bilateral sciatica. And I have irreparable sacral damage. And I have peripheral neuropathy.

Quotes by Nadya Suleman

I'm disgusted by babies, and I'm so sorry, I'm just being honest. They make me sick.

Quotes by Nadya Suleman

I love being photographed, I love the ramp.

Quotes by Nafisa Joseph

We must continue building in all corners of the Land of Israel, with determination and without being confused.

Quotes by Naftali Bennett

Israel now has a reputation around the world of being not just a place to develop products and technology but to develop ideas.

Quotes by Naftali Bennett

Things derive their being and nature by mutual dependence and are nothing in themselves.

Quotes by Nagarjuna

I was suffering from a peculiar and persistent sense that I was being pursued, and also the conviction that under the political order of the times, our lives had no meaning.

Quotes by Naguib Mahfouz

The world is changing quickly and we must be ready to change with it or risk being left behind.

Quotes by Najib Razak

I keep on saying, being moderate is fundamental to Islam.

Quotes by Najib Razak

I've always exuded some connection to my sexuality even as a kid. So to me, being sexy means staying connected to that part of me.

Quotes by Nadine Velazquez

I think I would have appreciated being at home with my kids a little bit more. Raising a child, surely that in itself is the biggest thing we’re ever going to do?

Quotes by Nadiya Hussain

Reconciliation is a part of the healing process, but how can there be healing when the wounds are still being inflicted?

Quotes by N. K. Jemisin

Anybody can do a deal. The tough part is doing the deal at the right time, being strategic.

Quotes by N. Murray Edwards

While some who downplay Christ's divinity have imagined Jesus as a great social worker 'being kind to old ladies, small dogs and little children,' orthodox Christianity has not wanted Jesus to have a political message.

Quotes by N. T. Wright

The imminent demise of the church has been predicted since the middle of the 18th century. This is the regular secular mantra if churchgoing declines. I could take you to plenty of churches that are full to bursting and new...

Quotes by N. T. Wright

You can't reconcile being pro-life on abortion and pro-death on the death penalty.

Quotes by N. T. Wright

The good thing about being on a show like 'Justified' is that you stick to the premise, but not necessarily every single word that's on the page.

Quotes by Mykelti Williamson

Frequently Asked Questions

What perspectives on "being" show up in these quotes?
The quotes touch on being from a particular place ("Being from Louisiana and a big outdoorsman"), being childlike as a performer, being inappropriate as part of the craft of acting, and being flexible and open as part of aging well.
Is there a quote here about acting and creativity?
Yes, two: "As an actor, you always want to reach back to being a child and having the spontaneity and the imagination of a child," and "There's so much we can't express in our day-to-day interaction with people because it's considered inappropriate. And acting is all about being inappropriate." For more on consistent character traits, see Always.
What does this page say about aging?
"Aging gracefully means being flexible, being open, allowing change, enjoying change and loving yourself" offers a positive take on getting older, tied closely to the idea of "being" open to change.
Is there anything here about personal identity or background?
Yes: "Love the show 'Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.' Being from Louisiana and a big outdoorsman, I'm a big fan of 'Duck Dynasty' as well" ties personal identity to place and interests. For more quotes centered on personal likes, browse Like.
How does this page relate to the Able quotes page?
"Being" here is about states and qualities of a person - childlike, open, flexible - while Able focuses more on capability and what someone can do. Also check Good for more positive, character-focused quotes.

You may also like our Good quotes on positive character traits and Always quotes on consistency and steadfastness.