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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've had moments where it's like being in the Matrix.

Quotes by Carrie-Anne Moss

Jessica Jones isn't dressed in a sexy outfit to turn people on. She's gritty. She's a human being.

Quotes by Carrie-Anne Moss

I have absolutely no problem being thought of as an action chick because, quite frankly, very few women have ever done that.

Quotes by Carrie-Anne Moss

By the winter of 1945-1946, the Russian peoples were being warned of the dangers from the West.

Quotes by Carroll Quigley

I just like being around people, especially nice people, and there are a lot of nice girls on tour.

Quotes by Caroline Wozniacki

I think that being bullied is a shameful experience.

Quotes by Carolyn Mackler

I know that I derive the same kind of spiritual fulfillment from what I do, being a planetary scientist, seeing our exploration of the solar system come to fruition. I get such a spiritual high from it that I don't...

Quotes by Carolyn Porco

There's nothing in this world like being the first to discover some fundamental fact of nature. It's profoundly satisfying.

Quotes by Carolyn Porco

I prefer being a non-drinker.

Quotes by Caroline Flack

Being an entrepreneur is not a 9-to-5 job.

Quotes by Caroline Ghosn

My mom wasn't thrilled about me being in a band, because she very correctly said she couldn't see any sort of stability in it.

Quotes by Caroline Polachek

Being a musician, there aren't that many ways for me to consciously use a more strategy, math-based part of my brain.

Quotes by Caroline Polachek

Being in therapy is great. I spend an hour just talking about myself. It's kinda like being the guy on a date.

Quotes by Caroline Rhea

Subversive language, however, must be constantly reinvented, because it is continually being co-opted by the powerful.

Quotes by Carol P. Christ

As human beings, it is natural for us to pick up signals about what is valued in our environment and to want to embody those values. But being superior and infallible isn't something to strive for. Those values do not...

Quotes by Carol S. Dweck

I would never say never to marrying again but for the time being I'm having a great time.

Quotes by Carol Vorderman

In my career I have never felt that my being a woman was an obstacle or an advantage. I guess I've been oblivious.

Quotes by Carole King

I don't think just being skinny means necessarily anorexic.

Quotes by Carmen Kass

It's not just being overweight that's dangerous. Stress is dangerous.

Quotes by Carnie Wilson

Sometimes I get so wrought up being brushed, poked and pinned all day.

Quotes by Carol Alt

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.