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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.

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Quotes by Francis Collins

Being a woman has only bothered me in climbing trees.

Quotes by Frances Perkins

The quality of his being one with the people, of having no artificial or natural barriers between him and them, made it possible for him to be a leader without ever being or thinking of being a dictator.

Quotes by Frances Perkins

I always dreamed of being on center court, playing the best in the world.

Quotes by Frances Tiafoe

There's no reason trying to fit in: Just be you. That was the biggest thing for me, just being me, and finding what works for me.

Quotes by Frances Tiafoe

I think Kevin Durant being that humble is huge.

Quotes by Frances Tiafoe

There is but one honest limit to the rights of a sentient being; it is where they touch the rights of another sentient being.

Quotes by Frances Wright

I never pursued being 'famous.'

Quotes by Francesca Annis

I'm not bothered or sad about being on my own - after all, I've never had a husband.

Quotes by Francesca Annis

Before being a player, I was a diehard fan of Roma, so I know what the fans felt when we won.

Quotes by Francesco Totti

Being born Roman and Romanisti is a privilege.

Quotes by Francesco Totti

I was a dancer when I got discovered, and I started working immediately. I started being in commercials and doing guest star roles. My first big thing, which happened maybe six months after being discovered, was 'Bring It On: All...

Quotes by Francia Raisa

I really enjoy putting the ball in the back of the net. I enjoy being the person that's creating things for the team.

Quotes by Fran Kirby

I just want to keep improving myself as a player and a person and hopefully continue to enjoy being on the pitch.

Quotes by Fran Kirby

Especially in front of my dad, I don't like being weak. I don't like crying in front of my dad because I don't want to make him cry.

Quotes by Fran Kirby

It's always in our mind-set to encourage young girls to get playing. The only way we can do that is being positive off the pitch, trying to engage as much as possible.

Quotes by Fran Kirby

Radio news is bearable. This is due to the fact that while the news is being broadcast, the disk jockey is not allowed to talk.

Quotes by Fran Lebowitz

I can't imagine not being able to read and write, or make these connections from literature and philosophy that have helped inform my understanding of evolution.

Quotes by Frances Arnold

Most of my artwork is geared towards being humorous in some light.

Quotes by Frances Bean Cobain

There's something exhilarating about being in the mountains and talking about management and the future with Peter Drucker.

Quotes by Frances Hesselbein

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.