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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 like being comfortable at airports, in flip-flops with no jewelry on.

Quotes by Bad Bunny

When I started listening to rap music, I loved the fact that there were stories being told in 16 bars.

Quotes by Badshah

I dislike being fake the most in this world; thus, when the ambience is natural and comfortable, I find it unforgettable.

Quotes by Bae Suzy

As a human being, I do feel like it's my right to be able to stand up for and speak on whatever I want.

Quotes by Ayesha Curry

The man who lets a leader prescribe his course is a wreck being towed to the scrap heap.

Quotes by Ayn Rand

I think a large part of being human centers on the state of being alone, and we try to mitigate that in so many ways.

Quotes by Ayobami Adebayo

'Stay with Me' started out being very political, largely because I'm a little obsessed with politics.

Quotes by Ayobami Adebayo

I established my first writing routine when I was 13. The school year had just ended, and I'd won a stack of books for being the best student in a number of subjects. The pile included several 60-leaved notebooks that...

Quotes by Ayobami Adebayo

Being confident is a really important part of being a footballer. I know my own ability and what I can achieve.

Quotes by Ayoze Perez

Being second is to be the first of the ones who lose.

Quotes by Ayrton Senna

I have never had the need or thrill for being wealthy.

Quotes by Azim Premji

I don't think being a Muslim or being a non-Muslim has been an advantage or disadvantage.

Quotes by Azim Premji

Interestingly, many Indian companies where there's a father-and-son combination are being run as joint CEO organizations because the father has not given up running the company and the son is actively involved in running the company, and there is division...

Quotes by Azim Premji

Being a rapper is about being cool, but being a comedian, you're not supposed to be the coolest guy.

Quotes by Aziz Ansari

A human being is not a machine. Especially when it comes to creating.

Quotes by Azzedine Alaia

There is more credit and satisfaction in being a first-rate truck driver than a tenth-rate executive.

Quotes by B. C. Forbes

A friend of mine told me a bunch of stuff on Buddhism and about Avicii being the lowest level of Buddhist hell, and it just sort of got stuck in my head. Later on when I went to setup a...

Quotes by Avicii

I love being married: you don't have to go out, you don't have to be on the prowl, and you don't have to be on the matchmaking sites.

Quotes by Aviva

I liked being a minor because you can't get into trouble. Now I just have to try and behave myself.

Quotes by Avril Lavigne

Young people, some of whom are not born into the faith, are being fired up by preachers using basic Islamic scripture and mobilized to wage jihad by radical imams who represent themselves as legitimate Muslim clergymen.

Quotes by Ayaan Hirsi Ali

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.