Ben Brantley Quotes

The applause of a single human being is of great consequence.

I would just like a woman someday, somewhere, at some point in my life to say to me, 'You're a great listener.' Haven't heard it yet, and that's a superior compliment to get from a woman. But I'm going to work on it.

It is great happiness to be praised of them who are most praiseworthy.

Some of the senior people, the very senior astronauts, shook my hand and said, 'K.C., you did a great job. Don't let anyone tell you different.'

It's a great, great experience to finally get the reception that you know you rightfully deserve.

I'm always amazed at anyone's interest in what I have to say.

One of the great things about being recognized is that you receive this feedback from people. It is easy to see how sincere people are. It's nothing fake or jive. They're giving sincere appreciation. And it's not that easy to express.

1988 I also received from the city of Vienna the cross of honour for art and science. These titles and the various honors mean a great deal to me, most of all for the reason that they would mean a great deal to my parents too.

I'm not a star. I don't feel I'm so great. So how can I make you feel great just because you've got my signature on a piece of paper?

Having the coach trust in me, that means a lot.

The thing I crave for the most is appreciation for my acting.

I think people should recognise that I'm one of the best defenders in the world and not just talk nonsense, I will say.

Everybody likes to be appreciated.

It just feels good to be recognized, especially by RuPaul.

In Chile and in other places, people recognize me, and everything I've been able to pick up from this experience is people caring about me.

To be recognized and accepted by my musical peers is truly an honor.

Give me the respect I deserve.

It's a great feeling when your work is appreciated.

I feel I have to earn everybody's respect.

Nah, I don't feel overlooked, underappreciated, or none of that because it's a short list of artists, past and present, that I kind of have respect for. And in all of those situations, the admiration and respect is mutual.

It really takes something for someone to get up the nerve to share the impact you have had on them, and to them, giving you that recognition is liking giving a gift.

I don't look for praise.

The interest of a great club like Barcelona is certainly flattering. That is confirmation that I am doing a good job.

The more comfortable you become at accepting recognition, the more comfortable you will be with giving it.

It's an honor and a pleasure to be heard.