Nobody owes anybody anything; it’s up to each individual to set high standards for himself or herself, and to set about working hard and creating a solid future.
KATHARINE HEPBURNCold sober, I find myself absolutely fascinating.
More Katharine Hepburn Quotes
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I never lose sight of the fact that just being is fun.
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If you need a helping hand, you can find one at the end of your arm.
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I would have been a terrible mother because I’m basically a very selfish human being. Not that that has stopped most people going off and having children.
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You politicians remain professional because the voters remain amateur.
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What in the world would we do without our libraries?
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I think everyone is an opportunist if they have an opportunity.
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Trying to be fascinating is an asinine position to be in.
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I never realized until lately that women were supposed to be the inferior sex.
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People who want to be famous are really loners. Or they should be.
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We are taught you must blame your father, your sisters, your brothers, the school, the teachers – but never blame yourself. It’s never your fault. But it’s always your fault, because if you wanted to change you’re the one who has got to change.
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The notion that work is a burden is a terrible mistake. Working and facing up to one’s responsibilities: That’s happiness.
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People think that I’m tough and strong and that I kicked my way through everything. But they are wrong. The truth is that when I was young I was adorable and a trembling wreck.
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You are the only person you can actually change.
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If you’re given a choice between money and sex appeal, take the money. As you get older, the money will become your sex appeal.
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I think most of the people involved in any art always secretly wonder whether they are really there because they’re good or there because they’re lucky.
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