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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'm not that flashy in private; I'm usually pretty reserved. But on stage, it's about not being afraid of anything - of anyone judging you. It's one place you can be free. So why not sing as loud as you...

Quotes by Brittany Howard

An important part of being in a band is the rhythm section.

Quotes by Brittany Howard

I have this fascination with being on the road, all things music, and the '70s. My favorite movie is 'Almost Famous.'

Quotes by Brittany Snow

As someone who loves being on the field with his teammates, it's hard to hear that you're not going to be the one playing.

Quotes by Brock Osweiler

If you come in this league, and you're comfortable with being a backup, something's wrong.

Quotes by Brock Osweiler

I've always had visions of being a starting quarterback. That's why I come to work every day.

Quotes by Brock Osweiler

Being able to borrow against one's crypto assets gives one options, when wanting to purchase a property, and aligns with my philosophy that real estate and tokenization will be a quadrillion dollar market.

Quotes by Brock Pierce

My first memory is of being on the set of a commercial when I was 3.

Quotes by Brock Pierce

I think every stock in the world is going to end up being a security token.

Quotes by Brock Pierce

I really enjoy being behind the camera. A ton of projects I've done that are my most favorite projects would be where I actually executive produce and I'm behind the camera.

Quotes by Brody Jenner

You can have a knack for dancing, but you still have to practice till your feet are bleeding to be worthy of being in front of an audience.

Quotes by Bronson Pinchot

As for being an objective journalist? That's easy. I want what everyone else wants: the truth.

Quotes by Brooke Baldwin

I know we journalists have a reputation for being cynics. We do. It's our job to question - everything.

Quotes by Brooke Baldwin

I actually love being a little older and doing this wedding thing. At 38, I know what I like and what I don't.

Quotes by Brooke Baldwin

What does it mean, being a woman?

Quotes by Brigitte Bardot

I leave before being left. I decide.

Quotes by Brigitte Bardot

I was shooting a bikini promotion in Mahe in the Seychelles in 1980 when there was a military coup and I, along with a roomful of other people, ended up being kidnapped and held hostage at gunpoint in a windowless...

Quotes by Brigitte Nielsen

Being cuddly has nothing to do with size.

Quotes by Brigitte Nielsen

If people only knew the truth about being married to Sylvester Stallone.

Quotes by Brigitte Nielsen

I don't think very many people would accuse Paula Zahn of being a conservative.

Quotes by Brit Hume

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.