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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.

In recent years, Ronaldo is the example: wherever you put him in the attacking three, he's going to make an impact and the opposition are going to fear him. Being a constant threat, that's what I need to develop.

Quotes by Marcus Rashford

I don't mind not being cool; I wear a cardigan.

Quotes by Marcus Brigstocke

Working and being involved in multiple businesses and fixing things has almost turned into an addiction, but I can't seem to want to change it.

Quotes by Marcus Lemonis

You know, being the first pick to me, it's not a huge thing.

Quotes by Marcus Mariota

I don't even like being quoted in a press release.

Quotes by Marco Arment

I sort of enjoy being able to hear what other composers are doing and how they might score something differently than me. I enjoy that part.

Quotes by Marco Beltrami

Being socially responsible is one of Gucci's core values, and we will continue to strive to do better for the environment and animals.

Quotes by Marco Bizzarri

It is truly an amazing feeling to play in the final of the Champions League with the BVB at Wembley. Ahead of my transfer to Dortmund, I definitely hadn't thought about this being a possible scenario.

Quotes by Marco Reus

Housekeeping is like being caught in a revolving door.

Quotes by Marcelene Cox

I am a feminist. And I don't think of that as being anti-men, I think about it as equal rights for women.

Quotes by Marcia Clark

Before being elected to Congress, I was a mayor, and it's this perspective that makes me certain that Ed FitzGerald is the right kind of leader to get Ohio back on track.

Quotes by Marcia Fudge

In too many ways, Ohio is being run for the benefit of those who have already made it, and too many of our friends and neighbors are being left behind. Nowhere is this more evident than in the cuts to...

Quotes by Marcia Fudge

I do have a very large Jewish population, so it's not unusual that I would be interested in being a part of discussions and finding out what's going on in Israel.

Quotes by Marcia Fudge

I have anxiety every day about being pulled over.

Quotes by Marc Veasey

Imagine how many people would not vote if they knew they were being recorded while they voted.

Quotes by Marc Veasey

When the F-16 first was rolled out, there were many problems in the development. There were cost issues, and it ended up being one of the best planes the military has ever seen and kept this country protected and kept...

Quotes by Marc Veasey

It's a long struggle being an actor; I don't know if I'd ever recommend it to anybody!

Quotes by Marc Warren

Successful, for me, means being important for my team and, hopefully, for us to win a lot of trophies.

Quotes by Marc-Andre ter Stegen

I know the pressure of being Barcelona's goalkeeper, but I'm here to play my football and the football Barca want to play. I'm not afraid.

Quotes by Marc-Andre ter Stegen

Being around all the great names of the game at a young age because they were my heroes; the fact this meant so much to Canada. It was just an incredible thing to be a part of.

Quotes by Marcel Dionne

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.