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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.

There are those who build careers and companies just out of being popular on Instagram, but there's nothing behind them.

Quotes by Margot Robbie

We are being challenged by Islam these years. There are some things for which one should display no tolerance. And when we are tolerant, we must know whether it is because of convenience or conviction.

Quotes by Margrethe II of Denmark

Being a politician, I know how motivating it can be when the public is outraged.

Quotes by Margrethe Vestager

Part of being not only a liberal but also a human is to make your own decisions.

Quotes by Margrethe Vestager

Happiness consists not in having much, but in being content with little.

Quotes by Marguerite Gardiner

Everyone needs reminders that the fact of their being on this earth is important and that each life changes everything.

Quotes by Marge Kennedy

I've had enough of being public property.

Quotes by Margaret Trudeau

I miss being exposed to the leading thinkers of the world.

Quotes by Margaret Trudeau

I live with being bipolar, but it doesn't define me anymore.

Quotes by Margaret Trudeau

When I was about eight, I decided that the most wonderful thing, next to a human being, was a book.

Quotes by Margaret Walker

For the very first time the young are seeing history being made before it is censored by their elders.

Quotes by Margaret Mead

I think being in the city is the perfect way to figure out what I want to do.

Quotes by Margaret Qualley

The rare pleasure of being seen for what one is, compensates for the misery of being it.

Quotes by Margaret Drabble

Beware of over-great pleasure in being popular or even beloved.

Quotes by Margaret Fuller

It is astonishing what force, purity, and wisdom it requires for a human being to keep clear of falsehoods.

Quotes by Margaret Fuller

Britain is famous for being great at inventing and poor at commercializing.

Quotes by Margaret Heffernan

Because I am a mother, I am capable of being shocked: as I never was when I was not one.

Quotes by Margaret Atwood

In such misfortunes my Mother was of an heroic spirit, in suffering patiently when there was no remedy, and being industrious where she thought she could help.

Quotes by Margaret Cavendish

I have a reputation for being a straight-talker.

Quotes by Margaret Chan

Every human being is entitled to courtesy and consideration. Constructive criticism is not only to be expected but sought.

Quotes by Margaret Chase Smith

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.