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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.

Hotness is uniqueness and just being yourself - that's hot.

Quotes by Ryan Cabrera

My goal is to give our taxpayers greater access and visibility into how their taxpayer dollars are being spent.

Quotes by Ryan Frazier

I've put myself forward to be involved. Whether I get picked, we'll have to wait and see. Obviously everybody is excited about it, about the Olympics coming to London and the football being played in different parts of Britain.

Quotes by Ryan Giggs

I had an early taste of fame. I was 20, going out with TV presenter Dani Behr and we'd have paparazzi chasing us. I'm not comfortable being photographed, though I accept it is part of the job. I had to...

Quotes by Ryan Giggs

I'm not comfortable being photographed, though I accept it is part of the job.

Quotes by Ryan Giggs

I feel it's important to show that one thing that you do doesn't define you as a human being. It doesn't mean there aren't ramifications or you shouldn't pay for that but its not who you are.

Quotes by Ryan Gosling

Being spontaneous at times is a must. Being spontaneous all the time is a crazy person.

Quotes by Ryan Hansen

It's really maddening out there for dark-skinned actresses in terms of the opportunities we get. There's just so much talent that is being overlooked.

Quotes by Rutina Wesley

Being a football manager is no fun at all. You have to put up with all the hassle. It is not surprising that so many turn grey or have heart attacks.

Quotes by Ruud Gullit

I kept being told, 'If you really want to build a start up, you have to be in San Francisco,' so I ended up taking out a suitcase. It did occur to me to do it in London but it's...

Quotes by Ruzwana Bashir

I know I've said it before in interviews, but the idea that all actors have their eye on some sort of prize - it being an Oscar, or fame, or whatever - not all actors I know are like that.

Quotes by Ruth Negga

People are still being put into geriatric wards when they don't need it. They need treatment, not just being put into bed and fed.

Quotes by Ruth Rendell

In secondary school, I became aware of the idea of being cool, and that was a bit of a shell shock.

Quotes by Ruth Bradley

Everybody knows that I like Oklahoma City, and I love being here. I love everybody here.

Quotes by Russell Westbrook

Being an Olympian is the ultimate test of one's sporting ability.

Quotes by Russell Mark

I tell the truth, and I expose myself as a weak, misguided, misdirected, dysfunctional human being I used to be.

Quotes by Russell Means

If being recalled is the price for keeping one's promises, then so be it.

Quotes by Russell Pearce

Personally, I see little distinction between an artistic mentality and criminality. You couldn't possibly create a compelling story without some wickedness or some fascination with the disgusting. Being good is a hindrance to a writer.

Quotes by Russell Smith

Most men are petrified of standing out in any way or being thought superficial.

Quotes by Russell Smith

Being an uncle brings me utter joy.

Quotes by Russell Tovey

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.