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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've always said that playing rugby in Spain is like being a bullfighter in Japan.

Quotes by Javier Bardem

It's 90 percent rejection, being an actor.

Quotes by Jason Robards

When I started out, I wanted to be Billy Joel. The plan was to be a singer-songwriter of that ilk, and, then, I got waylaid - that's probably an unfair way to say it - from being a rock star...

Quotes by Jason Robert Brown

Once we realize the extraordinary power we have to compose our lives, we'll move from passive, conditioned thinking to being co-creators of our fate.

Quotes by Jason Silva

Frankly, a lot of candidates have no problem being sold to the highest bidder if it means they will win.

Quotes by Jason Kander

Oh, I think, watching Magic, him being one of my... I'm one of his biggest fans, and just trying to emulate what he did, going out on the playground, and also playing with older guys.

Quotes by Jason Kidd

Kobe enjoys that situation. Stepping up and making the big basket or being involved in a key play.

Quotes by Jason Kidd

Championship teams are built on being prepared, playing unselfishly and being held accountable, and that's how I expect to coach this basketball team. I am truly excited about this next phase of my basketball career.

Quotes by Jason Kidd

As a player, I could have the ball in my hands; I could kind of dictate what happens. I'm still learning, a young coach with young players. Sometimes I'm going to see things. They're not going to see what I...

Quotes by Jason Kidd

When you reach a certain status in Hollywood, you have to play a lot of games to stay in the limelight. It becomes more about being famous than being an actor.

Quotes by Jason Lee

Something about being projected on a 70 foot screen makes you more attractive and appealing to the opposite sex, which is pretty scary.

Quotes by Jason Biggs

For some reason, people value being scared less than they value laughing.

Quotes by Jason Blum

I think I've earned a reputation of being fair and that I'll hear all sides from the entire political spectrum.

Quotes by Jason Chaffetz

There's a lot of spotlight that comes along with being the best in the world.

Quotes by Jason Day

Being a salesperson prepares you for just about everything in business: how to listen, empathize, and persuade; when to back off and when to step in; and, of course, how to close.

Quotes by Jason Fried

It's really hard work being a model.

Quotes by Jasmine Guinness

Being mum is a number one job. That takes priority.

Quotes by Jasmine Guinness

I always had an interest in fashion because my mom is a celebrity fashion stylist. I grew up being on set or in showrooms.

Quotes by Jasmine Tookes

Anyone who's been reading my stuff can see that there's a lot of tracks being laid for future stories.

Quotes by Jason Aaron

The necessity for 'professionals' in the entertainment industry is being constantly challenged.

Quotes by Jason Alexander

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.