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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.

You don't give yourself a nickname unless you're bloody struggling.

Quotes by Nick Cummins

Going to the Olympic Games is the greatest experience anybody could have, and you just don't want to let yourself down.

Quotes by Nick Dempsey

I respond very easily to outside events. One's life is a matter of chance. Nothing that you've arranged for yourself works out.

Quotes by Nicholas Winton

The beautiful thing about acting is that you can just dive into the character, strip yourself of everything, and just get in there and perfect your craft.

Quotes by Nick Cannon

As long as you know, within yourself, that you're no better than anyone else out there, you're OK.

Quotes by Nick Carter

A rock musician's career is short-lived. To extend it, you need to do other things to keep yourself fresh.

Quotes by Nick Cave

You have to love yourself. That's the single most powerful thing. Out of that springs: How are you eating? How are you exercising? How are you resting?

Quotes by Nia Peeples

If there was one overarching theme to 'True Detective,' I would say it was that, as human beings, we are nothing but the stories we live and die by - so you'd better be careful what stories you tell yourself.

Quotes by Nic Pizzolatto

I'd been so heavily influenced by Em, but artists that don't grow out of that don't go anywhere. Ultimately, I came to understand that what Eminem stood for above all else was 'be yourself.'

Quotes by NF

When you celebrate a new idea, it immediately comes through the way you hold yourself and the clothes you wear.

Quotes by Neri Oxman

Fitting in is unnecessary. Embrace who you are. You will go through rough times in high school, but always stay strong, and never deny yourself!

Quotes by Neon Hitch

I don't believe in trying to be somebody you're not - just be a bigger, better version of yourself.

Quotes by Neon Hitch

Do everything yourself.

Quotes by Nellie Melba

The first rule in opera is the first rule in life: see to everything yourself.

Quotes by Nellie Melba

Fame won't make you feel any better about yourself.

Quotes by Neil Strauss

To a certain extent, this tour is a celebration of individuality and that you can invent and reinvent yourself. You should have the power to be able to do that. Sexuality is a part of that. It should release you....

Quotes by Neil Tennant

I'm always uneasy with messages. I think if there is a message, it's about taking control of your life. Not becoming a victim. Be true to yourself. In essence it's about love in the drug culture.

Quotes by Neil Tennant

In Hollywood, you kind of trick yourself into feeling like you have impact.

Quotes by Nell Scovell

In a relationship you have to open yourself up.

Quotes by Neil LaBute

I think nothing's better than lots of water and a good night's sleep to rejuvenate yourself.

Quotes by Neil Nitin Mukesh

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.