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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'm still not used to the idea of being the youngest circumnavigator.

Quotes by Laura Dekker

I can't go back and label myself as an outcast because I was a pretty well-adjusted kid, but I can certainly relate to the feeling of being an outsider.

Quotes by Lasse Hallstrom

I can't say it's not painful being estranged from most of my family. I wish it could be otherwise.

Quotes by LaToya Jackson

I guess I've always liked the idea of being an artist.

Quotes by Larry Rivers

I fantasized being a broadcaster.

Quotes by Larry King

I love doing what I do. I love asking questions. I love being in the mix.

Quotes by Larry King

The Kardashians can be famous for being famous. What do they do? I can't figure it out.

Quotes by Larry King

One of the things that Ang brings to all of his projects is his deep sense of being a double exile, an outsider's outsider.

Quotes by Larry McMurtry

I feel that Christian music is a subculture directed towards the Christians. It's not really being exposed to non-Christians and it's not really created for non-Christians, so non-Christians almost never hear any of this music.

Quotes by Larry Norman

I knew being accepted was going to be hard, but I knew I was involved in a situation that was going to bring opportunities to other blacks.

Quotes by Larry Doby

I will concede to you one thing - 'Hustler' is offensive, even to the point of being iconoclastic. That's our purpose - to be offensive.

Quotes by Larry Flynt

You can disagree without being disagreeable. That's always been my mantra.

Quotes by Larry Hogan

For years, I have repeatedly said that Maryland taxpayers were being overtaxed and overcharged.

Quotes by Larry Hogan

In Maryland, we have the unfortunate distinction of being the most gerrymandered state in the entire nation.

Quotes by Larry Hogan

It's hard being black. You ever been black? I was black once - when I was poor.

Quotes by Larry Holmes

I like being by myself.

Quotes by Larry Bird

Consumers are increasingly feeling that they are being taken for a ride.

Quotes by Larry Craig

Sure, being a reservist wasn't as glamorous, but I was the one who had to look at myself in the mirror.

Quotes by Larry David

Being happy is very important. We won our second championship last season and we have our entire team coming back to try and defend our title again. I'm very proud of that.

Quotes by Larry Dixon

Being Irish was a big thing for me, particularly growing up in Chicago.

Quotes by Lara Flynn Boyle

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.