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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 my games were political games; I was, like Joan of Arc, perpetually being burned at the stake.

Quotes by Indira Gandhi

We are in a bit of a policy box and it's going to require us being willing to give up one of the two, which is it's okay to take on more deficits but lets put in some massive spending....

Quotes by Indra Nooyi

My father was an absolutely wonderful human being. From him I learned to always assume positive intent. Whatever anybody says or does, assume positive intent.

Quotes by Indra Nooyi

I feel like being vocal on social media, especially working in an industry that is very Eurocentric.

Quotes by Indya Moore

Everything is worth precisely as much as a belch, the difference being that a belch is more satisfying.

Quotes by Ingmar Bergman

I am extremely suspicious of dreams, apparitions and visions, both in literature and in films and plays. Perhaps it's because mental excesses of this sort smack too much of being 'arranged.'

Quotes by Ingmar Bergman

There are advantages to being a star though - you can always get a table in a full restaurant.

Quotes by Ingrid Bergman

It is only human supremacy, which is as unacceptable as racism and sexism, that makes us afraid of being more inclusive.

Quotes by Ingrid Newkirk

I dreaded having a boring life when I grew up. And I certainly can't complain about being bored.

Quotes by Ina May Gaskin

Wanting more majors, wanting more wins, almost feels like I think I'm being too greedy.

Quotes by Inbee Park

Nina Simone sacrificed so much to be as bold as she was about being black and about being female in an era where that could have cost her life.

Quotes by India Arie

Our suspicions are being confirmed that Nashi will serve as a cover for storm brigades that will use violence against democratic organisations.

Quotes by Ilya Yashin

I'm a culture guy. I sort of know all the familiar ingredients to get something going. Once everyone starts to buy in collectively, then that culture can start being built.

Quotes by Iman Shumpert

When you start to see another human being as less than you, it's a danger.

Quotes by Immaculee Ilibagiza

I do admit to being slightly in love with Christopher Walken.

Quotes by Imogen Poots

'Hispanic' was the term adopted by the government - by the Nixon government in particular - and that made the community feel it was being branded.

Quotes by Ilan Stavans

It's a special place, and I believe in the prominence of America, and having America be and continue to be an exceptional place, and making no apologies for America being a superpower.

Quotes by Ileana Ros-Lehtinen

I have a duty to teach my people about their rights and protect them from being bamboozled.

Quotes by Ilhan Omar

I look forward to being a voice of reason in fighting for transparent and accountable budgets.

Quotes by Ilhan Omar

I think being an immigrant makes me overly optimistic.

Quotes by Ilhan Omar

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.