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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 have always had a bee in my bonnet about being seen to do things for myself.

Quotes by Jane Fallon

I'm an assistant storyteller. It's like being a waiter or a gas-station attendant, but I'm waiting on six million people a week, if I'm lucky.

Quotes by Jane Fonda

A mother who is obsessing about being thin and dieting and exercising is not going to be a very good mother.

Quotes by Jane Fonda

Japanese horror films take the business of being frightening seriously. There is no attempt at postmodernism or humour. They are incredibly melancholy, with a strong emotional core, while remaining absolutely terrifying.

Quotes by Jane Goldman

'Stardust' ended up being my first film in 2007.

Quotes by Jane Goldman

The wonderful thing about being a writer is that everything that happens is grist to the mill.

Quotes by Jane Green

The rehearsal time is almost my favourite part of being an actress, particularly if you're working on a play that hasn't been done before.

Quotes by Jane Asher

I try to be classic without being mumsy.

Quotes by Jane Asher

Human nature is so well disposed towards those who are in interesting situations, that a young person, who either marries or dies, is sure of being kindly spoken of.

Jane Austen

Being in an area of the planet where scientists believe mankind started is quite amazing.

Quotes by Jan de Bont

The most important and urgent appeal we have to make is for an immediate cease-fire. Initial reports from the cease-fire talks being held in N'Djamena in Chad are not very encouraging.

Quotes by Jan Egeland

No amount of humanitarian assistance can protect people from being attacked.

Quotes by Jan Egeland

There's nothing trite about being consoled in a world that does everything in its power to deliver sorrow.

Quotes by Jan Karon

What makes our product work is the way we're tightly focused on messaging and being an SMS replacement.

Quotes by Jan Koum

I would love being the soccer mom.

Quotes by Jamie Lynn Spears

Stop being a vegan and start enjoying what you eat.

Quotes by Jamie Oliver

It's not enough just being a good passer of the ball.

Quotes by Jamie Redknapp

Being in the Premier League would be a dream come true.

Quotes by Jamie Vardy

I can't really go without being noticed. I'll keep my head a bit lower than usual. I've got to keep my head out of trouble, because if it goes on, it would be 'Harry Potter boy this, Harry Potter boy...

Quotes by Jamie Waylett

Nothing is more uninteresting than completely knowing somebody, being totally at ease.

Quotes by Jamie Wyeth

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.