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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.

So, thanks God, our films, our first films were suddenly being appreciated by the Western media; especially France was very good, and Switzerland was very good.

Quotes by Milos Forman

My whole idea of being fit is not having to train for anything. That is the fitness level I aim to maintain.

Quotes by Milind Soman

I thought that being popular in school was just so pathetic. I knew I had a future over and beyond the horizon of that school.

Quotes by Milla Jovovich

Before, being a model, it was just a job, and I was making fun of it. But today, I take my career more seriously.

Quotes by Milla Jovovich

I feel it's like being a kid and dressing up, because that's what Baby Jane is.

Quotes by Millicent Martin

I just really like being with my sister.

Quotes by Milly Shapiro

I was always different from people. Especially being from Kentucky, I always got made fun of.

Quotes by Miles Heizer

I love looking out at 27 semis and being like, every single one of those semi trucks is there to put together my stage.

Quotes by Miley Cyrus

I think that turning on the charm without being fake is really important.

Quotes by Miley Cyrus

I'm actually graduating early. I got a lot of work done already. Being home schooled, I have had a lot of tutors help me.

Quotes by Miley Cyrus

I hate being thought of as a product.

Quotes by Miley Cyrus

I'm still a 'Star Trek' fan. You never stop being one.

Quotes by Mila Kunis

I wanted to quit the industry when I was eighteen and finish '70s', finish my contract on the show and go to college because I was pretty convinced that after '70s' and after being on a show for eight years...

Quotes by Mila Kunis

We're so lucky to take being alive for granted.

Quotes by Milana Vayntrub

The AT&T commercials are the most fun acting opportunity that anyone could ask for. That being said, directing exercises a part of my brain that is really fun that I don't get to try out as an actor.

Quotes by Milana Vayntrub

Imitation is being rewarded. They're learning that if you fit right in the mold, you get rewarded. Music is no longer a form of expression - it's a means to a lifestyle.

Quotes by Mike Watt

The fame aspect of winning the Masters... besides being married and becoming a father, that's a strong third there.

Quotes by Mike Weir

My favorite thing is being able to follow my inspiration, and the freedom of being a writer is hard to beat.

Quotes by Mike White

Being a starving company isn't fun for anyone. Most that go away need to go away... but certainly not all.

Quotes by Mike Wilson

My dad had his dream of being a champion boxing trainer. He accomplished that.

Quotes by Mikey Garcia

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.