Greta Garbo

Actress Swedish 1905 – 1990

Swedish-American star known for mysterious allure and dramatic roles.

369 quotes

"I discovered that happiness is found in accepting what cannot be changed."
Happiness
"Death reminds us that time is the only truly finite resource."
Death
"Justice is the eternal pursuit that defines civilization."
Justice
"Science reveals that the universe is far stranger than fiction."
Science
"The politician speaks to be remembered; the philosopher speaks to be understood."
Politics
"I have learned that reinvention is the price of remaining true to yourself."
Change
"Every person contains multitudes; I simply chose to explore mine publicly."
Philosophy
"The greatest gift is not talent, but the courage to use it fully."
Courage
"I learned that what others perceive as weakness is often quiet strength."
Strength
"Memory is a film that edits itself over time."
Time
"True education is learning to think, not learning what to think."
Education
"The body is temporary; the mind is eternal."
Wisdom
"I have always believed that luxury is simplicity."
Beauty
"Freedom begins when you stop performing for approval."
Freedom
"The most important relationship is the one you have with yourself."
Relationships
"Nature teaches patience to those willing to observe."
Nature
"Success without integrity is just a beautiful prison."
Success
"I chose to leave while the world still wanted me to stay."
Wisdom
"The greatest love story is the one with yourself."
Love
"Creativity requires the courage to be misunderstood."
Creativity
"I have discovered that solitude is not loneliness; it is freedom."
Solitude
"Every moment is a choice between authenticity and performance."
Truth
"The mind is the only beauty that time cannot diminish."
Beauty
"I learned that happiness is found in accepting imperfection."
Happiness
"Knowledge without application is merely entertainment."
Knowledge
"Friendship is the only love that asks nothing but understanding."
Friendship
"The greatest families are built on honesty, not obligation."
Family
"I have learned that grace is the highest form of strength."
Strength
"Dreams without action are just fantasies."
Dreams
"The world needs fewer celebrities and more characters."
Motivation