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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 love having the opportunity to perform, and I hate not being given the opportunity to perform.

Quotes by Christie Laing

When I'm on that field, I give it everything I have, and when I come off, I'm a mom. As tired and exhausting as it is, it's about coming back, even after double days, and still being able to enjoy...

Quotes by Christie Rampone

So, where's the Cannes Film Festival being held this year?

Quotes by Christina Aguilera

I don't see anything wrong with being comfortable with my own skin.

Quotes by Christina Aguilera

I don't think there is such a thing as being too raunchy when it comes to the art form of burlesque.

Quotes by Christina Aguilera

Being a mother, singer and actress is a definite juggling act, but I don't think I would be comfortable any other way.

Quotes by Christina Aguilera

Being too thin. Being bigger. I've been criticized for being on both sides of the scale.

Quotes by Christina Aguilera

There is not some secret formula, it comes down to completing passes, being efficient on first and second down and making plays when the ball is in your hands.

Quotes by Christian McCaffrey

Something I really pride myself on is not just being a running back that can catch the ball but if I move out to the slot, I become a receiver.

Quotes by Christian McCaffrey

I really try to pride myself on route running, catching and being able to be a mismatch anywhere on the field.

Quotes by Christian McCaffrey

I've always prided myself on being a football player.

Quotes by Christian McCaffrey

Maybe at some level, even at an early age, without ever being aware of it, I was reacting to something. To people judging me based on how I looked instead of what I could do.

Quotes by Christian McCaffrey

The hidden child wants to be able to participate and to co-create in art, rather than being simply an admiring viewer.

Quotes by Christian Morgenstern

Living with a saint is more grueling than being one.

Quotes by Christian Nestell Bovee

In politics, merit is rewarded by the possessor being raised, like a target, to a position to be fired at.

Quotes by Christian Nestell Bovee

Being able to play at club level at a high level and then getting called into the national team, it's amazing.

Quotes by Christian Pulisic

It was definitely tough being the coach's son.

Quotes by Christian Pulisic

Being with Dortmund and playing in more big games there, it's just gaining experience.

Quotes by Christian Pulisic

I love playing with the national team. I love being here as much as I can.

Quotes by Christian Pulisic

I have a fear of being boring.

Quotes by Christian Bale

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.