Bette Davis

Actress American 1908 – 1989

Intense actress famous for strong-willed characters and fierce talent.

374 quotes

"Technology doesn't replace human connection; it supplements it."
Technology
"The writer who doesn't read has nothing to offer."
Literature
"Music has the power to heal what words cannot."
Music
"Philosophy is just life lived thoughtfully."
Philosophy
"I believe in second chances, but not third ones."
Wisdom
"Health is wealth that no amount of money can buy."
Health
"War is always the failure of human conversation."
War
"Politics is compromise, but never on your principles."
Politics
"The best revenge is living well."
Motivation
"I've learned that death makes philosophers of us all."
Death
"Inspiration is 90% perspiration."
Creativity
"Every person you meet teaches you something."
Education
"Nature is the greatest healer of the soul."
Nature
"I've never been interested in being liked; I wanted to be respected."
Power
"The only true failure is not trying."
Perseverance
"Patience is a muscle that grows stronger with use."
Patience
"I believe in fate, but I also believe in fighting it."
Faith
"Success means different things to different people."
Success
"I've learned to laugh at my own mistakes."
Humor
"The truth will always set you free."
Truth
"Relationships require constant attention and respect."
Relationships
"I've never been afraid to speak my mind."
Courage
"Every age has its own kind of beauty."
Beauty
"The most important relationship is with yourself."
Life
"I believe we create our own destiny."
"Family is complicated, but it's the only family you have."
Family
"Hope is what keeps us from giving up."
Hope
"I've always found strength in my vulnerabilities."
Strength
"Dreams are the only things that cannot be taken from you."
Dreams
"I've learned that love requires vulnerability."
Love