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Yourself Quotes

The hardest audience is yourself.

These quotes turn inward — an actor describing the fear that comes before any audience does, and thoughts on the quiet value of lowering the noise and simply listening more closely. For more on inner confidence, see Feel quotes.

There's no need to overwhelm yourself with thoughts, because you know that you're just as good or better than some of the players you're going up against.

Quotes by Cobi Jones

There's something cool about traveling when you're young. There's a sense of camaraderie. You learn more about yourself.

Quotes by Cobie Smulders

There's something that feels more organic about watching a stunt that's done by you. There's also a feeling of accomplishment doing it yourself.

Quotes by Cobie Smulders

I have so many single girlfriends who fit themselves into the mold of what they think a guy's looking for. But being comfortable around men is about being comfortable with yourself. They gravitate toward confidence. Really, that is what they...

Quotes by Cobie Smulders

Self-defence helps with your confidence, and if you ever find yourself in that type of situation, you are more physically capable.

Quotes by Cobie Smulders

The most courageous act is still to think for yourself. Aloud.

Quotes by Coco Chanel

As soon as you set foot on a yacht you belong to some man, not to yourself, and you die of boredom.

Quotes by Coco Chanel

When I entered TV, I realised that it's not just all about art, but it has a business dimension as well. You need to take care of yourself. I also learned who my viewers are.

Quotes by Coco Martin

I think being true to yourself is ultimately the best way of living.

Quotes by Coco Rocha

I feel like at 18, you're half of someone else, as opposed to all of yourself. You're still figuring yourself out.

Quotes by Cody Simpson

You don't want to get too far ahead of yourself; you just want to take care of your body and make sure you're doing the right things to give yourself a chance to get through the season.

Quotes by Clint Dempsey

I see every year as a year where you've got to prove yourself.

Quotes by Clint Dempsey

Respect your efforts, respect yourself. Self-respect leads to self-discipline. When you have both firmly under your belt, that's real power.

Quotes by Clint Eastwood

It's much more fun to play something you're nothing like than what you are... It's much easier to hide yourself in a character.

Quotes by Clint Eastwood

To be an Arsenal fan is to convince yourself that you can no longer support a team that disappoints you, only to be drawn back in by the ever-flickering promise of something better.

Quotes by Clint Smith

If you are a rich person straining every sinew to keep every last pound in your pocket, there comes a point when you realize you are not just escaping the clutches of the Chancellor of the Exchequer. You are passing...

Quotes by Clive Anderson

But Jesus changes your attitude towards yourself and towards other people.

Quotes by Cliff Richard

Show business is like a bumpy bus ride. Sometimes you find yourself temporarily juggled out of your seat and holding onto a strap. But the main idea is to hang in there and not be shoved out the door.

Quotes by Cliff Robertson

You start acting just as soon as you walk into the door of that casting office. You can't just be yourself because they don't want to hire you.

Quotes by Clifton Collins, Jr.

Your to-do list should include items that need to be accomplished for the month, the week, and each day. You must then ask yourself how much time you need to block off to achieve each task. Time blocking allows you...

Quotes by Clay Clark

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of advice or reflection do these "Yourself" quotes offer?
A mix - one is about horror filmmaking and needing to scare yourself first, another is about the value of silence and truly listening, one touches on acting and avoiding self-judgment, and another argues entertainers aren't responsible for teaching children lessons parents haven't taught at home.
Is there a quote about acting or performance here?
Yes, one quote discusses the importance of staying "a blank space" while doing fantasy work as an actor, since judging yourself, the character, or the movie gets in the way of the performance. For more on craft and self-awareness, see the Best page.
Is there a quote about parenting or raising children?
Yes - one quote pushes back on the idea that entertainers should teach children life lessons, arguing that's a responsibility that belongs at home, taught by parents "yourself."
Does this page have anything about silence or listening?
Yes, one quote reflects on the value of silence, suggesting there's something good in turning the volume down and really listening - even calling it "a brand new thing." Browse the Feel page for more on inner experience and awareness.
Is there a quote related to horror or fear?
Yes, one short quote states: "The first monster you have to scare the audience with is yourself." It's a line about horror filmmaking and confronting your own fears first. For more upbeat reflections, check out the Good and Life pages.

Several entries also touch on craft and responsibility: resisting self-judgment while performing, and the idea that parenting duties can't be handed off to entertainers. Continue with Best quotes or Good quotes for related themes.