Being
Definition: Present participle of be. Existence. Being alive; living.
Number of Quotes: 10
Heaven has given to every human being the power of controlling his passions, and if
he neglects or loses it, the fault is his own, and he must be answerable for it.
John Quincy Adams
This idea of the transcendent power of the Supreme Being is essentially connected
with that by which the whole duty of man is summed up: obedience to His will.
John Quincy Adams
To read the Bible is of itself a laudable occupation and can scarcely fail of being a useful employment of time; but the habit of
reflecting upon what you have read is equally essential as than of reading itself, to give it all the efficacy of which it is susceptible.
John Quincy Adams
In fact, most people are being squeezed in their little cubicle, and their creativity is forced
out elsewhere, because the company can't use it. The company is organized to get rid of variants.
Scott Adams
One strategy for getting ahead is being incredibly good at a particular skill; you need to be world-class to stand
out for that skill. In my case, I layered fairly average skills together until the combination became special.
Scott Adams
I would say that I've been lucky. Being blessed and not really ever giving up.
Babyface
As a writer, you can't allow yourself the luxury of being discouraged and giving up when
you are rejected, either by agents or publishers. You absolutely must plow forward.
Augusten Burroughs
I've got my hardcore fans, and I thank them so much for being there for me and not giving up on me.
Jeff Hardy
I feel I could be a role model to other Hispanic gymnasts interested in the sport, but I also want them to
understand the importance of being focused, determined, and not giving up, despite all the struggles.
Laurie Hernandez
Being defeated is often a temporary condition. Giving up is what makes it permanent.
Marilyn vos Savant