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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 isn't a person alive who doesn't like being caressed.

Quotes by Jock Sturges

I'm an artist that's attracted to a specific way of seeing and a way of being.

Quotes by Jock Sturges

No two people take on the information of being admirable and being admired in the same way.

Quotes by Jock Sturges

Growing up South African, I was comparatively in a world of privilege, especially being the youngest and being figuratively wrapped up in cotton wool by the rest of the family.

Quotes by Jodi Balfour

In interviews with dozens of black advisers, friends, donors and allies, few said they had ever heard Mr. Obama muse on the experience of being the first black president of the United States, a role in which every day he...

Quotes by Jodi Kantor

Those close to Mr. Obama say he grows irritated at being misunderstood - not just by opponents who insinuate that he caters to African-Americans, but also by black lawmakers and intellectuals who fault him for not making his presidency an...

Quotes by Jodi Kantor

I don't think Donald Barthelme would have minded being called a confusing writer. Confusion was a favorite subject for him in his essays and reviews, and it's enacted in his fiction in a mishmash of dizzying incongruities.

Quotes by Joanna Scott

I am often criticised for being rather accessible.

Quotes by Joanna Trollope

I'm phobic about the idea of being constrained.

Quotes by Joanne Harris

I'm completely allergic to being politically correct.

Quotes by Joanne Liu

I think there's a danger of a being typecast as the all-American mom forever.

Quotes by JoBeth Williams

I like being a boss.

Quotes by Joanna Coles

I love being a television actor. I love the relationship that I have with my fans, and all of those things. I'm ready to have a show that really hits big. I'm excited to do another six years or more...

Quotes by Joanna Garcia

I believe a training plan that involves MMA techniques is a sure way to being fit.

Quotes by Joanna Jedrzejczyk

I could never be with a married man. I just can't. I could never imagine myself being the mistress of somebody.

Quotes by Joanna Krupa

I am a voice for innocent animals who are being neglected and dumped by the millions at shelters.

Quotes by Joanna Krupa

Being a star comes with not just fame and fortune, but with awareness and responsibility.

Quotes by Joanna Krupa

I can't give up and sacrifice my career, my future for a man, especially being engaged for so many years.

Quotes by Joanna Krupa

I never thought of being an actress, I was always singing or playing on the piano.

Quotes by Joanna Kulig

I like being in groups rather than alone - I'm very open to people.

Quotes by Joanna Kulig

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.