Bruce Lee
Martial artist, actor, philosopher
Modern
influential
84 sayings
Sayings by Bruce Lee
I'm a human being, not a thing.
1970s
— Interview
Humorous
Unverifiable
Be like water making its way through cracks. Do not be assertive, but adjust to the object, and you shall find a way around or through it.
1971
— Personal philosophy, often part of the 'Be Water' teaching
Humorous
Unverifiable
Empty your mind, be formless, shapeless - like water.
1971
— Explaining his martial arts philosophy
Controversial
Unverifiable
If you love life, don't waste time, for time is what life is made up of.
1971
— Interview on personal philosophy
Controversial
Unverifiable