134 result(s) for William Shatner Quotes.
"I think the first thing is that you have to be sincere about it, and I believed that I could represent the character with sincerity."
"Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I'm not sure about the universe."
"The joy of life is becoming a member of the human race, and so I have great joy in that."
"I don’t believe in the no-win scenario."
"We're all human, and we all make mistakes. It's the human condition."
"Life is not about what happens to you, but how you respond to it."
"I have seen things you people wouldn't believe."
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"I’m not just a character. I’m not an actor. I’m a human being."
"To be successful, you have to have your heart in your business, and your business in your heart."
"Time is a predator that stalks us all our lives."
"Affects my life every day. The constructs that we create, the disciplines that we create, the limitations we save ourselves are our own prisons."
"There’s something about the nature of a cult that is alluring, isn’t there?"
"You can’t be a great actor until you discover who you are."
"Acting is the ability to dream on cue."
"Sometimes you have to smile even when it's a tragedy."
"I am not a hero. I’m human, and I make mistakes."
"We all have our fears, but we must learn to face them."
"Adventuring is what I do best."
"In the end, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends."
"The best way to predict the future is to create it."
"Everything in life is about the story you tell."
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"When you stop learning, you start dying."
"The most terrible thing about it is that once you learn something you can’t unlearn it."
"I can’t imagine that anyone could watch the spirit of humankind as we explored the depths of space."
"Everyone else is afraid to do this because they’re afraid of being wrong, but I’m willing to take it on."
"Life is a constantly evolving experience, and you need to be flexible to make the most of it."
"The more I learn, the more I realize how much I don’t know."
"I can't do it. I can't go back to that. I'm not ready for it. I think that life is a journey, and you have to understand that there are times when you're just not ready to go back to where you were."
"I think that the unexamined life is not worth living."
"I love the sound of my own voice; it is so compelling."
"The only thing that is constant is change."
"I used to be a big-shot actor, but now I'm a nobody. It's a thing of the past. The past is only the time before now."
"I don't want to leave this world without making a mark."
"To be an accomplished actor, you have to go on doing it and practicing, and you have to enjoy your practice."
"The older I get, the more I feel like I'm just myself."
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"Sometimes you’re the windshield; sometimes you’re the bug."
"I think of the universe as a giant canvas and we are all the little paintings on it."
"In every job that must be done, there is an element of fun."
"We are not just physical beings; we are spiritual beings as well."
"You have to take risks. We will only understand the miracle of life fully when we allow the unexpected to happen."
"Why do we have to age? Aging is not what we had in mind."
"Every little thing is going to be all right."
"The secret to living well is to learn how to give yourself the freedom to be human."
"You can't just sit around and wait for success. You have to chase it down."
"Make space for beauty in your life. Create the atmosphere and surround yourself with beauty."
"Life is tough, but it’s tougher when you’re stupid."
"The journey of a lifetime begins with a single step."
"Every time I come to New York, I feel like it's a new adventure."
"People are more ashamed of the truth than they are of a lie."
"Without change, there would be no butterflies."
"Your imagination is your only limitation."
"Success is working from failure to failure without losing your enthusiasm."
"The more I learn, the more I realize I don’t know anything."
"Fear is the enemy. Live boldly!"
"I hope my future is all you are imagining."
"Get a life! I am sick and tired of being asked about this."
"There's a fine line between a movie star and a movie extra."
"I never thought I would have the chance to rewrite history. It’s the ultimate goal of any actor."
"The eyes are a window to the soul."
"To be a successful actor, you must be willing to become involved in every facet of the relationship with your audience."
"There’s a human quality in everyone, and we have to get to that human quality in each of us."
"I think the imagination is a wonderful thing, and I think there’s much more to explore in life and in the imagination."
"When we all get together, we can accomplish anything!"
"It's a great privilege to create some kind of art in the world."
"The past is a more complicated place than we can imagine."
"Change is the essence of life; be willing to surrender what you are for what you could become."
"Love is an irresistible desire to be irresistibly desired."
"The most important thing is to enjoy your life—to be happy—it's all that matters."
"I've had a great deal of success getting to know people and getting through life with their help."
"In my mind, I’m always dancing."
"Life is too short to be serious all the time. So, if you can’t laugh at yourself, call me—I’ll laugh at you."
"We’re all human beings and we all have dreams."
"Success is not just about what you accomplish in your life, it’s about what you inspire others to do."
"It’s not just about the destination, but the journey there."
"Don’t ever take a fence down until you know why it was put up."
"To be asked to speak on this subject is an honor I never take lightly."
"I’ll have to put that on a list of things to do: Be more spontaneous!"
"Humor is a great way to connect with people."
"There’s no 'I' in team but there’s 'U' in guts."
"You can’t change the past, but you can learn from it."
"The future is a very bright place."
"There’s a fine line between confidence and arrogance. It’s important to make sure that you remain on the right side of that line."
"I’ve always been a bit of a rebel. I don’t like to follow the rules, it doesn’t suit my style."
"I think that the last thing we should do is disrespect our youth. They bring us into the future."
"My whole life has been about taking chances and looking for the unexpected. I like to embody that spirit in everything I do."
"I believe in the power of storytelling. It connects us, it defines us."
"In the final analysis, it will be about how you led your life, and that’s what people will remember."
"I think there’s a bit of a thin line that we tread. Rebellion is good. Arrogance is bad."
"The human voice is the most beautiful instrument of all, but it is the most difficult to play."
"Life is a journey, and I’m just getting started on mine."
"The efforts to protect our planet have created an enormous amount of innovation."
"You are always better off when you trust your instincts; they are pretty much informed by your experience."
"The only way we could understand life is by dramatizing it."
"The journey is the thing, and I’m enjoying every step of it."
"I think a lot of people were watched very closely, but very few people were accepted for acting."
"What I love about science fiction is that it allows us to stretch our imaginations."
"When I’m playing a part, I’m looking for my personal involvement through it."
"If you feel good about yourself, you will do great things."
"I believe humor is important. If we can’t laugh, then we can’t be serious too."
"Imagination is the springboard for all the great ideas."
"You can think of a starship going through space, but you have to dig deeper."
"There’s a mystery in all of us, and it is important to explore that mystery."
"The most important lesson I’ve learned is to remain curious and ask questions."
"Living with a dream is essential for every human being."
"Every moment is a chance to create something new."
"Adventure can be external or it can be internal."
"Change your mind, change your life."
"Life is full of twists and turns, and you need to embrace each one."
"I don't believe in the no-win scenario."
"I think we have to be prepared to be on our own, in a way, as we move into the future."
"Adventure is a word that we can use anywhere and everywhere. You might have an adventure in your own home."
"The future is a lot more exciting than the past."
"As long as we can communicate with each other, we'll be okay."
"You're never too old to change your mind or your life."
"I think we have all the room in the world to grow and to erase our mistakes."
"I loved the show, and the stories I enjoyed most were the ones where I had to confront the unknown."
"The thing that probably surprises most people is that I’m not just an actor; I’m a storyteller."
"Life is an adventure, and I’m just living it."
"Every time you work, you create a little bit of magic."
"The beauty of science fiction is that it allows you to explore the realm of possibilities."
"I have a fascination with exploring the mysteries of outer space and the universe."
"Whatever I do in life, I like to think it’s pivotal—revolutionary."
"I've learned that if you keep your mind open, life will provide you with all kinds of opportunities."
"Music is the ultimate form of expression."
"When I was growing up, I had a very specific idea of how I wanted my life to be."
"The excitement of discovery never leaves you."
"Each day is a little life; every waking and rising a little birth, every fresh morning a little youth, every going to rest and sleep a little death."
"To me, acting is all about creating an experience for an audience."
"The key to longevity is to keep your mind and body active."
"No matter how old we get, the wonder of the universe continues to surprise us."
"I’m sort of an explorer at heart."
"You only have one life. Make the most of it."
"Truth is often stranger than fiction, but the aim of life is to create fiction."
"Science fiction is a way to explore the human condition."
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