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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.

My parents never got carried away with the extraneous elements of being in the business.

Quotes by Haley Joel Osment

I had a stunt double for 'The Bronze.' She's literally the most amazing human being I've ever seen. She's NCAA women's gymnastics champion. She was incredible. I would poke her thighs, and my nail would break because it was like...

Quotes by Haley Lu Richardson

I will never give up my dream of being a prima ballerina and backup dancer for Justin Timberlake!

Quotes by Haley Webb

You don't let being the first to do it stop you or get in the way.

Quotes by Halima Aden

Being Somali, being Muslim, it's always something I've been very proud of.

Quotes by Halima Aden

For me, being able to say that my first-ever photo shoot was with one of the most well-known and iconic fashion photographers in the world is unbelievable.

Quotes by Halima Aden

If there's one message I want people to take away is never compromise being your authentic self. Even if that means making others uncomfortable.

Quotes by Halima Aden

I am proud of being a Somali-American Muslim, and my wardrobe has been an important part of my religious and cultural upbringing.

Quotes by Halima Aden

There's a need to keep the history of an artform going, parallel with the new work that's being done.

Quotes by Hal Price

Write out the story - rapidly, fluently, and not too critically - following the second or narrative-order synopsis. Change incidents and plot whenever the developing process seems to suggest such change, never being bound by any previous design.

Quotes by H. P. Lovecraft

Horrors, I believe, should be original - the use of common myths and legends being a weakening influence.

Quotes by H. P. Lovecraft

I am not very proud of being an human being; in fact, I distinctly dislike the species in many ways. I can readily conceive of beings vastly superior in every respect.

Quotes by H. P. Lovecraft

It's not an exaggeration to say that Texas gets a lot more out of being part of the United States than the United States gets out of having Texas as one of the states.

Quotes by H. W. Brands

Without there being some national strategy, it is difficult for educators to know what kinds of engineers or technicians to produce and for potential students to know what professions to study for.

Quotes by Ha-Joon Chang

When it comes to rugby, I'm a Welshman through and through. I'm a huge fan; I've played rugby since I was seven. Unfortunately, I had to quit when I went to drama school because it doesn't really go hand in...

Quotes by Gwilym Lee

I never felt any issues whatsoever about being a woman in Tech.

Quotes by Gwynne Shotwell

Before being CM, I am a human.

Quotes by H. D. Kumaraswamy

Basically, I'm an emotional man and a human being.

Quotes by H. D. Kumaraswamy

I think the older you are, the more you're going to cling to the printed word as being sacred.

Quotes by H. G. Bissinger

Anyway, I've never been captain in 16 years in the NHL. But that didn't stop me being a leader in my own way.

Quotes by Guy Lafleur

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.