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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.

Surround yourself with people who only lift you higher.

Quotes by Payal Kadakia

I don't think it's healthy to take yourself too seriously.

Quotes by Payne Stewart

If you can't laugh at yourself, then how can you laugh at anybody else? I think people see the human side of you when you do that.

Quotes by Payne Stewart

When you find peace within yourself, you become the kind of person who can live at peace with others.

Quotes by Peace Pilgrim

You cannot belong to anyone else, until you belong to yourself.

Quotes by Pearl Bailey

You cannot make yourself feel something you do not feel, but you can make yourself do right in spite of your feelings.

Quotes by Pearl S. Buck

When you put yourself out into the world and say, 'Hey, look at me,' you're going to get criticized.

Quotes by Pauly Shore

Nature, philosophy and social issues are the three things that always occupy my mind. You do not have any power over others but can only change yourself.

Quotes by Pawan Kalyan

You need new ways to keep motivating yourself, and creative ways are part of the formula.

Quotes by Paulie Malignaggi

I'm doing modeling to stay alive. I don't enjoy my work. I don't find it creative. You don't need brains, and there are no heavy qualifications. All it takes is not to be shy and to dare to make a...

Quotes by Paulina Porizkova

I think you can lose yourself more easily in a film than in the theater.

Quotes by Pauline Collins

At the end of the day, having a partner in crime for life is so amazing and special, when it's real and genuine, that it's worth taking the risk. And you are going to get hurt; trust me - I...

Quotes by Paula Patton

I think, as a woman, you have to really make sure that you're taking care of yourself and make sure that you're covered and you have enough material written for you.

Quotes by Paula Pell

I grew up where the repercussion of you having an opinion was being 'cocky,' or people would be mad at you. And I have finally learnt that it is better for them to be mad at you and disagree than...

Quotes by Paula Pell

It's easy to trick yourself into thinking something's funnier than it is.

Quotes by Paula Pell

You can't magic yourself back 10 years.

Quotes by Paula Radcliffe

The biggest danger is trying to put too much pressure on yourself, trying to get in too good shape.

Quotes by Paula Radcliffe

You can be strong and true to yourself without being rude or loud.

Quotes by Paula Radcliffe

Anyone who tells you to deny yourself is from Satan.

Quotes by Paula White

God lays claim to all firsts. So when you keep for yourself something that belongs to God you are desecrating what is to be consecrated to God.

Quotes by Paula White

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.