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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.

Growing up, being watched from the outside... it's kind of very taxing and maybe I should just do some kind of manual labor-it might be more relaxing. But I can't, it's not in my nature.

Quotes by Jennifer Connelly

There's no better feeling than being on a Broadway stage for me.

Quotes by Jennifer Damiano

I was pretty new to the Broadway world once I began working in it. I hadn't really grown up being too aware of that many shows or that many actors in shows. I was always obsessed with Judy Garland, though.

Quotes by Jennifer Damiano

I was obsessed with The Who. I would have accepted a marriage proposal from Roger Daltrey on the spot. I went to all of their shows in San Francisco and some in L.A. That was as close as I got...

Quotes by Jennifer Egan

'Monday Mornings' is so utterly different - in so many ways - from anything else I've done, really. I also desperately wanted an ensemble piece, but I couldn't have dreamed of being a part of something like this. I am...

Quotes by Jennifer Finnigan

I hate being wrong, and I hate when people give up.

Quotes by Jenna Morasca

Being in the limelight with 'Glee,' I've definitely felt pressure to stay fit. But honestly, you have to ignore it.

Quotes by Jenna Ushkowitz

There is much about the shared terrain of being a black person in the United States that is not seen on small or silver screens or in museums or best-selling books, and much of what gets ignored in the mainstream...

Quotes by Jenna Wortham

Being a mother by far is my favorite and most important career.

Quotes by Jenni Rivera

It's all about balance and, I think, being in the moment.

Quotes by Jennie Finch

I like being a woman and having a womanly body.

Quotes by Jennie Garth

I love kids and children, and I love being a mom.

Quotes by Jennie Garth

I really enjoy being able to spend my time doing different charitable and philanthropic activities.

Quotes by Jennie Garth

Oftentimes what happens is that the writer understands one character, but they don't understand the other one, and the other one ends up not being written as well.

Quotes by Jennifer Beals

I grew up as a tomboy, so I'm used to being around guys.

Quotes by Jennifer Bini Taylor

Apart from being Jennifer Lewis. The name pulls people in.

Quotes by Jenifer Lewis

I think that vampires are sexy. The idea of them being untouchable has been really exciting for people.

Quotes by Jenn Proske

I hope that I serve by being a teacher.

Quotes by Jenna Bush

It's better for candidates to suggest ideas that are responsible, not ones that are incapable of being executed. People are influenced by what their leaders tell them. And bringing the level of rhetoric down brings the temperature down.

Quotes by Jeh Johnson

Being a filmmaker is kind of like being a glorified spy.

Quotes by Jehane Noujaim

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.