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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.

Being on Netflix lets us be experimental. We can do crazy things.

Quotes by Lena Waithe

I'm part of that generation that grew up watching TV, and being an actor was all about being on TV or being in films.

Quotes by Lennie James

When I was growing up and watching 'The Sweeney,' the notion of police officers being an inch away from the villains that they're chasing was commonplace.

Quotes by Lennie James

I was focused on either being a social worker or physiotherapist. That was the direction I was going until I met a girl who wanted to be an actress, and I wanted to be close to the girl, so I...

Quotes by Lennie James

Doors being closed or made harder to open is something I'm very familiar with - and I don't like it.

Quotes by Lennie James

Growing up in America is like being taught to be stupid.

Quotes by Lemmy

I'm a technophobe. I can't crack the iPhone, and the extent of my multitasking is being able to talk while I make a drink.

Quotes by Len Goodman

You have to speak your mind, but without being cruel.

Quotes by Len Goodman

In order to thrive in the 21st century, you have to be a savvy citizen of the digital economy or risk being left behind.

Quotes by Leila Janah

I am not afraid of being a pariah.

Quotes by Leila Slimani

Puerto Rican culture is very different from Mexican culture. Part of the Mexican psychology is the idea of being an immigrant or being illegal or being confused with that. That doesn't happen with Puerto Ricans, because you're a commonwealth.

Quotes by Lela Loren

There would be no idling in a co-operative workshop. Each workman, being an employer, has a spur to his own industry, and has a pecuniary reason for being watchful of the industry of his fellow workmen.

Quotes by Leland Stanford

Never underestimate the capacity of another human being to have exactly the same shortcomings you have.

Quotes by Leigh Steinberg

When it came to football there was a certain age where I realized that my future in football was being a grease spot on the side of some bigger player.

Quotes by Leigh Steinberg

Like everyone else, I use my phone a lot, and being a screenwriter, my laptop is my life.

Quotes by Leigh Whannell

A lot of the fear about being a first-time director is just starting with a completely blank slate and thinking: 'Is this going to connect with anybody?'

Quotes by Leigh Whannell

Acting is the most personal of our crafts. The make-up of a human being - his physical, mental and emotional habits - influence his acting to a much greater extent than commonly recognized.

Quotes by Lee Strasberg

I feel like I have two different selves, one for being a part of SHINee and one as a solo artist.

Quotes by Lee Tae-min

I ended up being exposed to cinema that a lot of other kids wouldn't have been exposed to.

Quotes by Lee Unkrich

The Singapore Open is the flagship event of the Asian Tour, it is a massive event and it is being played in a great place. I love coming here and it is good to be back.

Quotes by Lee Westwood

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.