Ruth Gordon Quotes

Courage is like a muscle. We strengthen it by use.

Courage is very important. Like a muscle, it is strengthened by use.

Never give up. And never, under any circumstances, face the facts.

The very best impromptu speeches are the ones written well in advance.

The kiss. There are all sorts of kisses, lad, from the sticky confection to the kiss of death. Of them all, the kiss of an actress is the most unnerving. How can we tell if she means it or if she's just practicing?....

If you believe, then you hang on. If you believe, it means you've got imagination, you don't need stuff thrown out on a blueprint, and don't face facts-what can stop you? If I don't make it today, I'll come in tomorrow.

Discussing how old you are is the temple of boredom.

Your first big trouble can be a bonanza if you live through it. Get through the first trouble, and you'll probably make it through the next one.

Get the knack of getting people to help you and also pitch in yourself.

To be somebody, you must last.