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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.

All fighters run. The constant motion prepares you for being in the ring. And running strengthens your legs. Punching power comes from your lower body.

Quotes by Laila Ali

Focus on being balanced - success is balance.

Quotes by Laila Ali

There's so much that I can give as a human being - and I know that.

Quotes by La India

I got into music through just being inspired by my brother and sisters. They all sing, play instruments and write - and they're very good at it.

Quotes by Labrinth

It's a lot easier producing for people or being in the background, and they can take all the fire from the front. But in order to express the ideas that I have without any kind of contamination, I thought it...

Quotes by Labrinth

My biggest project is being a momma!

Quotes by Lacey Chabert

Being a parent can be overwhelming at times, but it's something we're figuring out as we go.

Quotes by Lacey Chabert

Everyone can relate to being bullied. Everyone can relate to wanting to fit in and being part of a clique.

Quotes by Lacey Chabert

It's actually kind of a skill to act cold - to have the mannerisms of being cold when it's the complete opposite of how you behave when you're hot.

Quotes by Lacey Chabert

I like that, in voice acting, you can play different characters than you can when you're on camera and you're limited by your physical being.

Quotes by Lacey Chabert

I think I'm being friendly with someone and I'll sit in their lap. They think I'm flirting with them.

Quotes by Kylie Minogue

You know, I grew up with brothers so I'm used to being the only girl.

Quotes by Kyra Sedgwick

Sometimes when you do a part, the wall between you and the characters can be very porous. You can sort of move in and out of your character's persona and being. And that just couldn't happen on this one because...

Quotes by Kyra Sedgwick

It's easier in some ways being on the life raft and the other guy's in the boat and you can row alongside and be supportive. In some ways, that's an easier role.

Quotes by Kyra Sedgwick

When I'm playing the 1-guard, I'm kind of seeing everything that's going on. When I play the 2, I have a more broader understanding of what's going on and where the screens are being set in order for not only...

Quotes by Kyrie Irving

We should always remember that it is by His invitation that we come to His holy house, the temple of the Lord. We should respond to His invitation by being worthy, by being prepared, and by having the temple as...

Quotes by L. Lionel Kendrick

I'm tired of being lied to by government, by the media, and by every corporation I have anything to do with.

Quotes by L. Neil Smith

I'm tired of being considered property.

Quotes by L. Neil Smith

I loved being 36.

Quotes by Kyle Korver

I don't mind being a second fiddle. I don't mind that. I don't care whatever happens, whatever helps my team get a championship is what I want to do. Whatever helps my team win is what I want to do.

Quotes by Kyle Lowry

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.