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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.

Being on a book tour is a lot easier than reporting.

Quotes by Calvin Trillin

I don't mind being interviewed on television or radio.

Quotes by Calvin Trillin

Being able to breathe underwater would be sweet.

Quotes by Cameron Bright

Never been a successful audition, not even so much as a callback, when it comes to putting me in a role of being rough.

Quotes by Cameron Britton

I think I've become more comfortable about being a human being.

Quotes by Cameron Diaz

You get kind of bored being in catalogues all the time.

Quotes by Cameron Diaz

I love being a writer. I don't really want to do anything else!

Quotes by Cameron Dokey

I don't like being in debt, and I wouldn't borrow money for anything.

Quotes by Cameron Mackintosh

I had set a goal of being a producer by 25.

Quotes by Cameron Mackintosh

Being a father makes everything in the world make sense.

Quotes by Cameron Mathison

I think I heard about 'The Giver' being made from when I was 11 or 12 years old. When I got the audition for this movie, I already knew that Meryl Streep was attached to it, and Jeff Bridges, obviously.

Quotes by Cameron Monaghan

It's great to play someone who's so unafraid of being who she is.

Quotes by Caitriona Balfe

The best part of being blonde is forgivable momentary lapses of common sense.

Quotes by Caity Lotz

I don't mind being described as vanilla in certain ways.

Quotes by Cal Ripken, Jr.

Being elected to the Hall of Fame is about your career pretty much and your impact on the game.

Quotes by Cal Ripken, Jr.

I'm still a firm believer that we were definitely put here to use our minds, and that is what makes us different. And that that's the key. If there is anything that is going to stop mankind from being such...

Quotes by Caleb Carr

This Republic was called into being, organized, and is upheld, by a great political doctrine.

Quotes by Caleb Cushing

I like writing flawed women, and being one, it's something I feel I can write with some veracity and authority.

Quotes by Callie Khouri

My body size and everything was perfect for being a heavyweight wrestler rather than being a linebacker.

Quotes by Cain Velasquez

I feel great being the first Mexican heavyweight UFC champion.

Quotes by Cain Velasquez

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.