The moment anyone tries to demean or degrade you in any way, you have to know how great you are. Nobody would bother to beat you down if you were not a threat.
Cicely TysonWhen I attack a role, be it TV, film or stage, the first thing I say is, I don't want to know anything. If it's good I don't want to hear it; if it's bad I don't want to hear it. The only thing either thing can do is distract me. I like to stay focused
Cicely TysonChildren should have a balanced start in life: a mother and a father. I think that's the only reason to get married.
Cicely TysonAll I have to do is find someone who has something to say that will enrich my life and they can't get rid of me.
Cicely Tyson