"I Went From 3rd Grade Dropout To ULTRA SUCCESSFUL" | Rick Rigsby

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[@ralphmelvin1046]

But I thought the man himself was the third grade dropout it was his father that was a dropout

[@mrburi19]

That was just ten minutes, can you imagine taking a class with this man.

[@trevorshanley7164]

Is that supposed to be offensive or what?

[@MusicthatsStrange]

I know right

[@edwardsweeney6994]

There is whole book ....lessons from a 3rd grade drop out ..my copy came two days ago just about to start reading it

[@armandomusanga8438]

Edward Sweeney what’s the title ?

[@fahada783]

@@msscandalqueen1256 thanks for your wisdom comment

[@rraacchhellll]

Failure is not falling down. Failure is when you stop getting up.

[@amandacouto4711]

HalosTinglesASMR amen

[@creepyendy]

but when you fall so often and so hard you break your leg and cant get up again alone and you will never get up because there is nobody that helps you no hand you can grab and get up nothing just darkness

[@weeaboo6785]

then you are weak, prove to yourself that you indeed can get up, prove to those who doubted and still doubt you that you can get up.

[@haveringdokkan9344]

@@weeaboo6785 so if I break both my legs and it is physically impossible for me to ever stand up again I'm a failure?

[@weeaboo6785]

@@haveringdokkan9344 its not the physical aspect that is being talked about here, you can get up mentally and be a better version of yourself that you wish to be, even if your legs are broken. if that is your case i wish you well!

[@tangolobo]

"Don't let your schooling get in the way of your education" ... Classic!

[@dmac5935]

What about "Don't let your education lead to knowledge...make it lead to action.

[@octaviog9059]

@@dmac5935 this is the one

[@dmac5935]

Einstein said "don't let education get in the way of your learning" Is there a difference between schooling and education? But yes my earlier comment is by one if my great coachs The Great Jim Rohn. He mentored Anthony Robbins....I go straight to the source. Wishing success, health and wealth do everyone seeking and pursuing their goals and dreams! Rumble young people rumble!!

[@octaviog9059]

@@dmac5935 there was a man who told me that" I should study for something thst i loved and that paid a decent or higher wage. If you focus on one thing you would be misearble and unhappy." It went something like that

[@dmac5935]

@@octaviog9059 There is a debate of weather to seek something you are passionate about or something you are actually competent, develop as a craft.

[@ksulsar023]

You know what is the most beautiful thing about this message? His father's wisdom has been pass down to 15 million people through Mr. Rigsby's beautiful speech. We all carry Mr. Rigsby Sr's wisdom with us forever now.

[@alishageorge9240]

He died??

[@deeznutz3617]

16 million now. Hopefully that number continues to go up

[@andyfitzripz9774]

That was his purpose, what a powerful one huh 🤯

[@marylouschwartz3025]

Yes this!!

[@yahyadiawlla673]

@@deeznutz3617 o

[@mattkeydeniers7762]

When he said his father said “I won’t be mad when you aim high and miss, but when you aim low and hit.” Never heard something so true. This man never looked at any notes. Respect Sir

[@victoriawardrope9843]

Matt K most motivational line I ever heard

[@cashtoncarr6924]

Yea he never looked at any notes because it came from the heart and you not it probably isn't fake.

[@mikema4512]

@@victoriawardrope9843 /ぺ\

[@mikema4512]

o1

[@cnich0168]

I want to print this in vinyl and put it on the window of my door to leave the house every day. Also want to put "Never embarrass Momma" for my kids sake, ha ha ha.

[@scienceworld3852]

This man just combined humor and wisdom into one well-constructed speech. The best to him, God bless!

[@anuvratverma1255]

Yes that's so true !! I got inspired for my elocution

[@dasher787]

Mega Bombers! Looks like you need it

[@dyingnight9358]

bronypony 276 lol

[@linsonr2377]

Polske

[@louisfrancis3515]

very well crafted speech for sure.

[@VIKING33NY]

That man didn't speak with cue cards, He spoke with conviction and Truth. What an outstanding inspirational person!!! God Bless You Sir!! and Thank You!!!!

[@masterpopeyoda3290]

Trump 2020

[@jcman240]

Cause he's given the same speech hundreds of times

[@austinplummer1576]

Fuck trump

[@donniekeele8115]

@@jcman240 I have seen him in person. It is not the same speech every time..ps. I havnt heard u give an inspirational speech.

[@uio890138]

Throw those dice on your judgment day.

[@awesomeindia8670]

"Ego is the anesthesia that deadens the pain of Stupidity"- That's absolutely true

[@tonyeminimah481]

So is it good?

[@arnez844]

Good stuff

[@akirorlynn7940]

I agree

[@SpeakUpWorld]

I've listened to this speech over 50 times

[@SuperJikster]

Speak Up World Could listen everyday and take one part for your daily goal❤️

[@Ba11leFieldAce]

Honestly, I try to listen to this speech at least once a month. Keeps things in perspective.

[@blink4t2]

I'm right there with ya man.

[@LoneWolfj11]

Same here man. In my lowest times I rewatch it. Him and Les Brown give me this feeling

[@christopherchamberland7321]

At least a dozen times never gets stale

[@brianschwartz1621]

"Just keep standing" may be the most powerful three words i have ever heard. this whole speech is incredible.

[@AUTOMAKER1]

brian schwartz- I say “just do”, even if you get it wrong, at least you DID ,

[@himanshusehra7484]

Can't hurt me ....this is the most powerful word I have ever heard

[@barrypettry9437]

True words.. Just keep standing

[@huetuber1204]

Mine is, “Just keep swimming...”

[@himanshusehra7484]

@@huetuber1204 I changed....I am ironman

[@seawebstone]

"Ego is the anesthesia that deadens the pain of stupidity." "Pride is the burden of a foolish person." Praise.

[@BOyer-cs9ts]

Yeah, I wrote that down.....

[@jomrinzramos8349]

I think he said “pride is the burden of a foolish person”

[@desmondtingoh1795]

Her Wei Lim profound

[@bobbylittman3330]

Love this comment. Take a listen to the content I am creating to bring a message of triumph to the people soundcloud.com/bobby-littman/push-past-the-quit

[@pastorlarbi1667]

What is the meaning please

[@sionejoeuluenga4607]

2024 & I still find myself watching this during rainy days. “Just keep standing” ✊🏽💯

[@thisisme2476]

Did not see him refer to any prepared notes. Not once, did I see him break eye contact with the audience. RESPECT

[@bubu-channn7531]

Yeppp most couldnt do dat

[@biembaselwa4899]

Nice😢😢

[@joeky6436]

Idiot

[@nathanryan9263]

@@joeky6436 yes you are

[@lylarose4588]

He was amazing I’m now obsessed with speeches because of his speech. It really hit me when he talked about his wife dying. I started crying in the middle of writing class but I’m not the only one who did. He is a strong man and one day I wish to be like him even though I’m a girl. I’m a soft more in high school it’s hard and he has encouraged me to be the best that I can and try my hardest!

[@gerrysherman]

Now THAT'S a man that should be running for president!

[@younkyungchoi7013]

Gerry Sherman ikr

[@idinboi4254]

So you never considered the fact 1.someone who doesn't have the money 2.probably knows nothing about ecomony 3.and probably doesn't want to

[@jackjackson6386]

@@idinboi4254 STFU

[@jackjackson6386]

@@idinboi4254 You did not even get the message smfh.

[@higherworld9743]

Gerry Sherman exactly

[@Novarics]

Why can’t we have more people like him...

[@paysonfox88]

Because of hate. There are builders like Rick Rigsby and then, those who tear down. More inspirational men -- David Wilkerson, A.W, Tozer, and Leonard Ravenhill -- look them up. Those 3 men did more good for the human race than we'll ever know. Just a few examples : 1. Tozer - got people off the streets and went after Al Capone and Frank Nitti's men to try and get them to quit being criminals. Worked and Preached in Chicago in the 1920's - 1950;s. Had Balls of steel. 2. Ravenhill - walked across the entire British Isles with the Holiness Trekkers in the 20's and 30's. Didn't earn a penny's wage in 20 years -- people just fed the poor man. Slept outside in the cold of winter in tents and barns -- Brought entire cities under conviction of sin. Once got fined $5 for holding an outdoor prayer meeting in London during WWII -- it started with 6 people and was supposed to be private, but people kept showing up and joining in the streets until there were over 5000. 3. David Wilkerson -- started the first major rehab program for Heroine Addicts. And it was the first to actually work. Broke up and drastically reduced the numbers of several NYC street gangs in Brooklyn.

[@randomwhiteguy5647]

No doubt!! I completely agree, Rick was AWESOME in that speech!

[@jessearley8589]

Because the new generation we are apart of is a bunch of quitters who give up at the slightest sense of work

[@queencarter3314]

For real

[@jbenang]

The world is what we make it. In my view it’s up to all of us to be the best version of ourselves.

[@joyboydecandeias]

"I never allowed my schooling to get in the way of my education" - Mark Twain "I wont have a problem if you aim high and miss, but I'm gonna have a real issue if you aim low and hit" - Michelangelo "If you think you can or if you think you can't, you're right" - Henry Ford "Son, you'd rather be an hour early than a minute late" - Father/Shakespeare "You are what you repeatedly do; therefore, excellence ought to be a habit -- not an act" - Aristotle "Son, make sure that you servants towel is bigger than your ego." - Father "Ego is the anesthesia that deadens the pain of stupidity" - Father "Pride is the burden of a foolish person" - Michelangelo "Son, if you're gonna do a job... do it right" - Father "Good enough is not good enough if it can be better, and better isn't good enough if it can be best" - Rick Rigsby "Rock bottom can also be a great foundation on which to build an on which to grow" - Rick Rigsby "I'm not worried you won't be successful, I'm worried you wont fail from time to time" - Rick Rigsby "Son, just stand. You keep standing. No matter how rough the sea, you keep standing and I'm not just talking about water. No matter what, you don't give up" - Father "It doesn't matter any longer to me HOW LONG I live. What matters to me most, is HOW I live" - Trina "Look in those unlikeliest places for wisdom" - Rick Rigsby How a simple cook, a third grade dropout, would suggest you live: 1. That you would not judge; 2. That you would show up early; 3. That you would be kind; 4. That you made sure that servants towel is huge and used; 5. That if you're gonna do something, you do it the right way; 6. That is never wrong to do the right thing; 7. How you do anything, is how you do everything. "How you living? Everyday, ask yourself how you living"

[@JesusChristIsLord777.]

Thank you very much💪🏻🙏🏻

[@sushantatimalsina9064]

Great dude

[@lieannlaverne5233]

Thank you

[@joyboydecandeias]

@Peter Flood Thanks for putting me on tabs! I actually did some research and, apparently, the quote does come from his book "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" -- in which he criticizes the educational system. You can do some superficial research on Google to confirm that, but I also got an old paper: doi.org/10.1080/00220973.1942.11019059 There are many more studies and papers on Twain's work... the quote above aren't his exact words, but a good interpretation of it! Just FYI, all the quotes I posted were from the video and attributed by the speaker himself =)

[@Need_RnR]

Nice.... Here's a few words of Wisdom - on How and "Why....?" You should be special.... or Not... "It doesn't matter.... if You're "Special" or NOT.... What matters is WHAT YOU DO.... with those TALENTS, and "Specialties"... *Whether* YOU *HAVE* THEM... or NOT.... It DOESN'T matter..... WHAT DOES.... MATTER.... is the WILL, THE DRIVE, THE KNOWLEDGE, THE DETERMINATION, MOTIVATION, and the DESIRE.... to SUCCEED in Life..... THAT'S what makes *YOU....* SPECIAL. Because LITERALLY -- 70% of THIS ENTIRE WORLD.... Probably DOESN'T EVEN know *THAT* and THAT'S *WHY* they DON'T LIVE "SPECIAL LIVES...." Because THEY DON'T know HOW -... to BE.... Special... ON THEIR OWN MERITS, as a "PERSON".... and NOT as an *INDIVIDUAL...* To truly be SPECIAL -- as a person... is to KNOW.... *HOW* to BE.... "Special." NOT *JUST* on YOUR *OWN* merits... as a PERSON. :)

[@totallysafe]

Made me cry, made me laugh, made me think- makes me stronger.

[@joflixowuor7238]

Made me refocus

[@djblazro]

What made you cry???

[@alexm9549]

Then, you had a full day!!!

[@fearless-angel]

I finally found it- the good side of KZbin during all this chaos

[@lormich789]

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[@Tasha-fg6pd]

Haha right?! My counselor from high school just sent me this right now. (Graduated this year) I'm glad he did. I'm 30 seconds into this video and already know it's good...

[@cn9630]

AMEN

[@cn9630]

Lor Mich i don't think anyone needs a motivational speaker in self confident after hearing this man speak...

[@juniorsonnysamuela231]

a world that is in turmoil and this man comes out with this speech brings life back to what we were were designed for. Being good to each other being kind and loving being brothers and sisters to each other

[@havingfun1968]

Sitting here in my VA Hospital bed with terminal cancer, and I REALLY hope I made a HUGE impact on all the people that I knew. Many blessings, and I'll see you on the other side. Semper Fidelis, Captain T, U.S.M.C.

[@flykeymikey4106]

God bless you man! Look to Jesus Christ & In His name shall you be saved! Amen

[@blocksaar6514]

God bless you bro

[@justinsimon154]

God bless you❤️

[@P0N0]

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE 🇺🇸✌

[@Tal_Dahan]

God bless you brother, you are a good man! wish you health soon, you gonna live and be healthy I feel it ❤

[@ScottSmolen]

One of the best speeches I have ever heard.

[@gabrieldemetz622]

"Son, just stand up" gets me every time

[@julius6378]

Gabriel de Metz “Son, just stand”*

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

Men should be able to speak to males and females and women should be able to do the same thing. SONS AND DAUGHTERS STAND UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@0Abraham16]

Michelle Um.The father was talking to his son.If it was his daughter.He would have said “Daughter,Just stand”

[@joshmower9318]

Fully agree. Could be a more simple but very clear message

[@likeaboss36989]

I felt that.

[@jjk4891]

“It’s not a problem when you aim high and miss, it’ll be an issue if you aim low and hit.”

[@escapingdarkness6534]

Ji-Eun Kim that one got to me

[@staceyharvey6329]

Me too!

[@tommyghost3695]

"I won't have a problem if you aim high and miss, but i'm gonna have a real issue if you aim low and hit"

[@wyxxoz3955]

When did he say that?

[@Bogeyman19DidNotScareMyAss]

Ji-Eun Kim yeah it’s in the video so why you echoing?

[@cloudflores9838]

Oh man that got me "maybe one of my boys Will catch me in the act of excellence"!

[@johnnylopez6825]

I have been doing this for the past 15 years, waking up at 4am and putting on my uniform, polishing my boots, shaving, combing my hair... hoping to capture what this man has said

[@cloudflores9838]

Jaime Lopez dam, my respects to you sir.

[@AllEyezOnMeAA]

What is the meaning of this ? im trying to understand please.

[@jfisher4278]

AllEyezOnMe AA his dad was hoping that one of his sons would see him doing the right thing (waking up early to get to work early)

[@TheMento98]

AllEyezOnMe AA Not only to show them the right thing but also the hard thing. If you've ever woken up on a stray weekend at 4 AM it can honestly physical feel like it hurts, you would much rather go back to sleep even for just a second longer. But His dad couldn't have that luxury, so he got up every morning even when it hurt to set a standard, that this is what it is like to make the most out of life.

[@davidlloyd6726]

I've probably watched this a dozen times over a few years. Still motivational.

[@michaelangelo3779]

Wow. I have never applauded a KZbin video but I just applauded this one. Praiseworthy.

[@Rising_Pho3nix_23]

this is the first time i watched a video like this twice in a row. i still get emotional when he grabs that podium while talking about the funeral

[@anavejar08]

Reading the comments while teary eyed is not easy but I'm still standing

[@vanessapetrea2490]

I'm right there with all of you. All emotions came out of me on this one. I haven't had this affect on me by a speech like this before now. And I've watched and listened to many speakers. Sounds came out of me as I wept and cried and my body shakes and snot ran out my nose. I was moved and motivated and felt love and compassion in a great space. "Fall down 7 times, get up 8." Old Chinese Proverb Thank you, Sir, for giving us your wisdom. 🙏🏼♥️☝🏼

[@007kash007]

I felt like standing haha

[@bestdoggamingthelittlepupp129]

His dad would be proud.

[@kellycraugh5021]

Yes, he would be!

[@editor7354]

Bestdoggaming The little puppy and his wife

[@silkz98]

His dad IS proud

[@SirNancelot]

“I’ve never allowed my schooling to get in the way of my education.” Mark Twain keeps it real as always!

[@cobbler9113]

As someone who is well read and knows a lot about history, geography and has an interest in a variety of other “geeky” subjects but struggled at school, this really resonated with me. For all it’s educational intent, they don’t teach you how to learn and educate yourself.

[@fobbitoperator3620]

After all these years, his quips still hold, more relevant than ever!

[@maitrikpatel3454]

They laughed They cried More importantly They learned

[@oxide9679]

8:15 The most powerful 3 words I've ever heard. I've watched this speech so many times. But as I watch it again today, these words hit in a way they never have before. I'm going through some things, and it feels like the building is collapsing around me. All I have to do is keep standing.

[@Tonyhouse1168]

♥️

[@CrazyBoyx199]

And remember to ask yourself How you living God bless you and keep standing

[@bellabelaski9778]

i had the honor of listening to his speech in person, and all i could say was wow. his words really hit home, had me balling uncontrollably.

[@cowl6867]

You are the first person to properly use grammar properly on KZbin comments. Congrats.

[@cozmicking7275]

@@cowl6867 well not really she didn't capitalize i

[@louis8487]

I imagine it was better without the deafening music.

[@abnayr8440]

El Loco Rift She also said “balling” instead of “bawling”

[@bellabelaski9778]

Ab Nayr haha thanks for the spell check, my bad

[@lesleykramer7207]

The good side of KZbin.

[@ASDF84.0]

The good side of the world.

[@TheWanderersLibrary]

Ive watched 2 videos here every week for a while now. Admiral William Mcravens university speech and Rick's speech. I was sitting in on the couch watching stupid people videos and the Admiral's video came on. Next was Rick's. The next day i woke up and made my bed. Hadnt done it in about 6 years. Had the worst day at work. Damn near got fired because of another employee's stupidity. Came home and went to my room to got to bed and saw it all neat and boxed and my pillows all nice. Teared up a bit. I got one thing right that day. Next day i did the same and ironed my clothes. And again and again. A week later i made my own coffee instead of buying it. My own lunch and dinner instead of mcdonalds and ramen. I crawled out of the depression slump i was in. Started going out more, bringing my kids and my gf around to places on the weekend. Started college later. Still pushing forward today. All because of 2 speeches. I looked back to the things my parents and grandparents told me as a kid. All that combined made me who i am today. And it all started because i listen to a guy that had no say in anything i did, nor of any importance to me. He made me make my bed. Im not joking one bit.

[@juliabrown5396]

MrVegaStyles I don’t know why no one has not replied in a positive way to your post. But I am doing it now. So many of us fight depression, etc., waste our time with mind-numbing nonsense to escape our lives. You just keep putting one foot in front of the other in the way you are now and you can be proud of yourself for the things you do that are in the best interest of yourself and your family. “Success is not measured by the heights one attains, but by the obstacles one overcomes in its attainment”. - Booker T. Washington

[@need4HIM]

Thank you for sharing YOUR story. Very inspiring....more than you know.

[@mikeliu5549]

God bless you, and may I have the same courage as you.

[@MichaelVHannigan]

Keep standing, brother.

[@maxreed3321]

That is simply amazing. Wish you the best

[@DudeCapone]

I come back to this video often, when I get to a low point in life and need the uplift. Still gives me chills and tears. Beautiful

[@NSKINGS420]

The part about his wife tore my heart up. May she Rest in Peace!

[@funvids5592]

" Ego is the anesthesia that deadens the pain of stupidity ".🙏🙏🙏

[@victornava174]

Inspiring

[@DelandJohn]

What he mean by that

[@greatminds1017]

@@DelandJohn basically he's saying when someone has a huge ego, it makes them blind to the stupid things they do or say

[@hansproebsting7391]

Donald Trump ... are you listening?

[@JackHTV]

His name is Rick Rigsby, he has written a book based off of this speech dedicated to his fathers wisdom, I would really recommend it to anyone who was inspired by this

[@TheMento98]

What is the title? I may have been looking in the wrong places but I couldn't find anything.

[@meredith1925]

The Raccoon The book title is "Lessons From a Third Grade Dropout". It's written in the description box.

[@DarkFox_-zg2hg]

Thank you. I will be getting this book.

[@itsfreerealestate6716]

who else got their life fixed by this masterpiece of a speech

[@TricksTipsAndTechnology]

Assume that you were one of the listeners of Rick Rigsby’s speech in that commencement rite. Describe yourself as a listener. Why did you respond that way?

[@JDrahota]

I think I just did

[@leosheng1422]

I’ve never let my schooling get in the way of my education I won't have a problem with you if you aim high and miss, but I will have a real problem if you aim low and hit If you think you can or if you think you can't, you’re right Rather be a hour early then a minute late You are what you repeatedly do, therefore excellence ought to be a habit, not an act You may be tough, but always remember to be kind Ego is the anesthesia that deadens the pain of stupidity, pride is the burden of a foolish person If you’re going to do a job, do it right Good isn’t good enough if it can be better, and better isn’t good enough if it can be best I’m not worried you won't be successful, I’m worried that you won’t fail time to time Son, just stand. No matter how rough the sea you keep standing. No matter what you don’t give up It doesn’t matter to me any longer how long I live, what matters to me most is how I live It is never wrong to do the right thing How you do anything is how you do everything Ask yourself every night, how am I living?

[@nothandodl5496]

So deep.

[@vanity_.]

Great extraction, my dude.

[@brantleystraub243]

Great list of quotes from the video! I hope you don't mind me adding one that sticks with me, although not from Rick Rigsby, but I believe it to be on par. The uncle of one of the wisest men I know (my father), said in his final weeks of life, "I've taught my kids how to live... now it's time that I teach them how to die." There is a reason that people looked to him for guidance and leadership; it's because he knew that he was always in the drivers seat of life. To be able to keep your head up, even when the gravity of the situation is dragging it down, is what it takes to be a glimmer of light in the darkest of times, when it is difficult to look at the glass half full because that same glass looks entirely empty. You never know when people are in desperate need for an optimist who can remind them that the pain they are feeling is merely a reminder that we felt something much more, which is a thing that, while lost, should never be forgotten. My great uncle led by example, as he provided his family with strength that lasted long after his passing. I never knew my great uncle, but clearly his impact resonates through the people who were lucky enough to know him. Be that resonating factor for the people you know, because you never know what kind of ripple you will create. Perhaps you too will inspire your great nephew to lead a positive life.

[@roffsy6363]

Ask yourself every night, why am I living

[@toriwolf5978]

So awsome love it thanks for posting the words

[@kaianolucas]

My father decided he was gonna stand and be a man. Not a black man, not a brown man, not a white man, but a man !

[@hughhancock2835]

That's why I can't deal with this color and this color. Who cares??? Character counts!

[@kaianolucas]

@@hughhancock2835 you said it all

[@SuperJikster]

🙏❤️

[@michelles8861]

AMEN!!!!!

[@wandastephen1907]

Whew!

[@jaridkeen123]

I cried, not going to lie

[@lizbradshaw9284]

Every single time!

[@BubbleGumSB]

I cried the moment he said "casket"

[@shotgun111180]

i play this on repeat and still do!

[@nateone6632]

Jarid Gaming almost... The one speech by the football player who's arm became paralyzed killed me

[@adamhonestyanddecency5054]

Jarid Gaming No reason to lie. It's part of who you are. Be proud of yourself.😂

[@codybussen5208]

I’ve been having a hard time with my depression lately and the “Just keep standing” bit is the first thing that’s broken through to me in a long time. What a powerful speech!

[@nothinyaseehere9449]

Hey buddy ya not wrong.. I'm a double amputee, I lost both legs and the depression and ptsd are incredible but I will stand and fight everyday of my life. Don't ever give up on what it is you love. I was electrocuted 3 years ago by 57,000 volts. I woke up in icu with no legs and being told ill loose my right arm. 3 years later and I ride dirtbikes and walk tall and proud. The struggles we go through in life are hard but the human mind is ready for it. Don't ever give up...

[@sayedabbash.8631]

@@nothinyaseehere9449 This is impressive and really great God bless you

[@iiBandage]

Hope you are doing good!

[@iiBandage]

@@nothinyaseehere9449 Amazing! Hope the best.

[@ethanjames5165]

"I won't have a problem if you aim high and miss, but I'm gonna have a real issue if you aim low and hit" Sometimes it's really simple things that resonate with you

[@tK50cAl]

It hits the spot... After spending seven years in the Marines; I decided to attend college. Currently on my six semester. This motivates me to attend graduate school for Landscape Architect. If don't make it then so be it but at least I won't regret it.

[@ByTaMJ]

@@tK50cAl "If I don't ? " No you mean you will!

[@ByTaMJ]

@@tK50cAl My whole life I aspire to be a Soccer\Football player I'm willing to sacrifice my negative thoughts such as fear and doubt to fully achieve this goal no matter how impossible it may seem the only thing that can make me achieve it is no one other than myself. This is something I have been struggling with for some time now but I won't give up!

[@Wilzeck]

This is one of the greatest speeches I have ever heard

[@loganmize6152]

Chip Ward hell ye gave me goose bumps it’s crazy bc he’s so positive and funny but the words hit deep 💯

[@Butters3982]

The passion in his voice when he says " No matter what, you don't give up"

[@tommymclaughlin3893]

He spoke at our church today , I must say it was one of the best sermons I have ever heard.

[@youssefelsayed3154]

Wow! Man just wow! You can feel this guys heart through his voice! Thank you! Needed this speech. I will stay standing.

[@abdysatarhassan6469]

Funny bt full of contentment

[@shaurya4895]

Youssef Elsayed love u bro

[@michaeljvaliton872]

My mom told my wife, there are no returns. Very touched. Keep Standing !

[@robina-bb1iq]

Youssef Elsayed *

[@jamesmurphyprombo1167]

How is this man not the greatest human being?! Just a man...in his father’s mold. Remarkable individual regardless of race, gender , creed! Total inspiration!

[@kellycraugh5021]

You are so right!! This is a man that we should hear more from! God Bless him!

[@rollinmckim4719]

You have to know Rick's got a WHOLE LOT of Jesus in him, eh?

[@gradyjohnson1474]

Amen! No race, gender, political involvement, age or any other label to be put on true greatness.

[@amerabdulrab4902]

He’s is a good person but not the best ever lived. There is so many people that are better than him like Jesus, Mohamed, Abraham

[@struckzero]

His speech really moves me. I literally cry listening to his speech. Such a wise advice from him.

[@alailafernandez7271]

Me too, I cry everytime I watch this. Such deep words to live by.

[@taochi100]

I came on the verge of crying. I never cry either. I never would have guessed that the speech would have gone in that direction.

[@Northphilly-wu4oq]

struckzero you only get a pass if you are a women

[@kelbyhunter6852]

boi shut yo sensitive ass up

[@kelbyhunter6852]

boi shut yo sensitive ass up

[@wendymcdowell2341]

This is one of the most amazing speeches I have ever heard. ❤❤❤

[@yashjerkoo1307]

Goosebumps all the way

[@neveahk4712]

Critic (al) really??😑

[@sydnieanderson3801]

Critic (al) you may not have the same beliefs as this man, but anyone can have the same morals. This man is not trying to tell you to believe in God but to believe in people. Is it fair to let one small thing like religion get in the way of a phenomenal lesson about being a good human being? Can one small thing block your entire view of what he is actually saying? It is people who do that who stand in the way of greatness. People who will like something like a moon, which is 400 times smaller than the sun, block all of the light coming in, that cause a personal eclipse and don't allow themself to be better. Can we not look beyond that on the value of people?! Martin Luther King Jr. is a great example of someone who could see past the small moons in life. Imagine what he could have done if he wasn't killed. Killed by someone who could only see the moon. I seriously hope, after watching this entire video, you were able to see some of the light despite the differences in religion. Because you won't get far if you only ever look at the moon. Without the sun you wouldn't be able to see anything and the world would be dark. The reason so many people die today, is due to others only seeing the moon. Don't let race, gender, religion, financial status, looks, or any other moons get in the way of the all bright and glorious sun. Realize that what he is saying is be good. Be a good human being. I wish you would see that. I wish everyone could see that. If more peoppe could be the person he was exemplifying in this speech the world would be great, light, and happy. If more people could do what this man is asking, we might be able to raise our children in a world of little fear, where we don't have to worry about sending our children to school each day, or letting them go play outside. Can we forget about the differences and unify ourselves with a common goal of goodness? We don't have to all believe the same, but we can all hope for the same thing. A good world. Let's try and make the world a little bit better, and try to see the sunlight. Trying to constantly bring people into the light, rather than tear them away into the mists of darkness. Because in the light there is hope. Hope for a better tomorrow. Something we can all agree on

[@maflones]

What the hell is wrong with you Sydnie? Why do you hate those who suffer so intensely that you cannot see that he needs psychiatric care? And, beliefs are for retards. I do no such thing.

[@yashjerkoo1307]

Sydnie Anderson this is fucking exceptional. Thank you.

[@yashjerkoo1307]

Critic (al) who's suffering mate ? Trust me, religion is a dead rock, but what's the man is saying is remarkable & you should at least try.

[@fitjeremy4393]

** Live this way** Do not judge Show up early Be kind Be a servant Do things the right way It's never wrong to do the the right thing How you do anything is how you do everything Grow your influence to make a impact Enhance your life every day by seeking that wisdom and ask yourself every night "How am I Living"

[@sidneyhinds869]

Win The World none of that matters or will doing anything if you do not first seek the Kingdom of God.

[@fitjeremy4393]

Sidney Hinds duhh

[@bilalshowket6919]

Thank u for this

[@shadowambush711]

Win The World A

[@restlesswretch3555]

"How you do anything is how you do everything" I vary wildly between analyzing every detail in order to get it right, and not giving a shit.

[@saull.1532]

“Good enough isn’t good enough if it can be better, better isn’t good enough if it can be best”

[@eatmyballcheese]

So many powerful quotes in this

[@dezzepson4173]

And best isn't the best, if it isn't your GREATEST.

[@scorpyworpy]

@@dezzepson4173 Best and greatest are the same thing but okay 😂

[@dezzepson4173]

@@scorpyworpy In your mind Weakling.

[@scorpyworpy]

@@dezzepson4173 huh

[@IslandVibez_Virgo]

“How you do anything is how you’ll do everything” ...that hit me the chest like a ton of bricks

[@senithsenatilleke5073]

Facts

[@phlipcampbell2]

ONE OF THE BEST THINGS EVER PUT ON KZbin

[@MrAMYJACK]

Your caps are locked

[@robertdunn7364]

NO DOUBT

[@apryLwitha_why]

What's the big deal? So what if they used all caps? It doesn't always mean "shouting or yelling." It just means they are passionate about something. This was how we expressed ourselves long before personal computers or any other electronic devices existed. It's like capitalizing a headline... so it gets noticed. Young people today. 😁😄

[@wavezz2038]

@@apryLwitha_why DID YOU HAVE TO PUT YOUNG PEOPLE TODAY? JUST STOP, MAKES YOU REALLY SOUND OLD.

[@apryLwitha_why]

@@wavezz2038 What's the big deal? Are you one of the young kids?

[@Speezybaby23]

This is the BEST speech condensed into 10 minutes I’ve ever heard. He touched on a large chunk of life meaning in a very short time. But what a speaker. Wow!

[@Nillowo]

Yeah, he is incredible!

[@cripnigga219]

Denzel Washington is another good speaker

[@MZshadow1]

2nd best try randy pausch the last lecture 10 minute version

[@Ba11leFieldAce]

I've never sat through a 10 minute speech and been absolutely awe struck for the entire thing. I watched this video 2 times, and immediately went and bought this man's book on Amazon. I really needed to hear this speech.

[@pokey70291]

Same here.

[@21hustlin43]

2 times? Those are rookie numbers, better ramp them up.

[@jennyevenson5591]

Can u please share his book title? Thx

[@CChounds]

Jenny Evenson lessons from a thirs grade drop out by rick rigsby. Google it and amazon should pop up.

[@CChounds]

iRon Tyson it has good Amazon reviews and my wife who is reading it seems to enjoy it. So id say its worth getting since its pretty cheap and a very quick read.

[@roddiemacinnis7050]

This has always been the speech that has impacted most in life, it reminded me of my grandfather how he had always been one of the most wisest and humble men I ever knew in my life and how he raised me when my biological mother did not want to. It gave me a further respect for him and it made me realize that his wisdom was more than just words… today was his funeral and here I stand today at this video, without him still asking myself, how am I living Papa I love you may you Rest In Peace dear friend and may the perpetual light of god shine apon you and all the souls of the dearly departed. So long for now old friend I won’t let you down. -Love Roddie

[@Tonyhouse1168]

♥️

[@mohammadosman1544]

They laughed They cried More importantly They learned

[@hadishams5732]

And we shall too

[@nicolerobinson6294]

We all did after this speech

[@fcsreelakshmi.s9127]

We too

[@culenahalim9683]

So powerful

[@juniorsonnysamuela231]

Agree

[@prabhie9747]

This is literally the best video on KZbin

[@Vtwinmax]

I agree. Hands down. Thee best.

[@ivi122]

Prabhie one of the top 3 for sure

[@jonathanbeets397]

@@ivi122 what part of best confuses you...?

[@Lynntheintuitive]

This made me cry, I just love the bond he had with his father and his wife, you are one in a trillion brother.

[@AsnUnited]

Lynn The Magnificent So sad that they are so rare. Every man should strive to be like them.

[@qwertyqwertable9977]

Lynn The Magnificent words of the wise have moved rock from mountains and formed greatness for all to see. his words are similar his wisdom will go a long way for those who listen and may they live it well❤

[@sohaibahmed226]

Yeah I have to admit that was great!

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[@silverstone0907]

...not a black man, not a brown man, not a white man....but a man. At last....someone doesn't make it about colour. What a wonderful speech!!!

[@saritawalsh5031]

That was all about race imo...don't classify, stereotype or prejudge me based on my color he's first a man

[@Darkdemonoflite]

You are sick to even think about that.

[@kennykenny4008]

That one really hit me.

[@diogenesincarnate4910]

@@saritawalsh5031 It was all about race in that it was all about being not about race.

[@queencarter3314]

Is this user white or black or Asian or blasian

[@amberts180]

8:04 "It doesn't matter to me anymore how long I lived. What matters to me most is how I'm living.."

[@Van-md2he]

It actually happened at around 8:40

[@deborahlpollitt9463]

True, true, true! A quality life isn't about length or all the stuff you've accumulated; it's about how are you living. Are you true to your values and beliefs? Does the path you walk leave a trail of dead bodies or rose petals? I am old enough to be facing my mortality so these are the questions I ask myself.

[@rjnation518]

No we don’t have to worry about how long we live with advancements on stop aging but there’s still unnatural deaths god damn u

[@MrSupremeSkating]

"We should not measure life in the amount of years a man has lived but instead by the intensity of which he's lived them" -Renzo Gracie talking about his now dead brother

[@splintedvibesvibes1591]

This man is fueled with a purpose.

[@brendanhiltner9453]

We all are!

[@CocoTaveras8975]

brendan hiltner Yes, but that man is particularly special. You can just feel it!

[@justinamusyoka4986]

I wish he was my brother.

[@yep876]

Losing both my parents a year apart was my rock bottom. Depression hit so hard I had back pain that made it hard to breathe sometimes. Vids like these helped me get up. This one helped. I started carving coconut jewelry because vids like these helped to renew my purpose in life. 6mnths on I hv become not only a coconut carver but a vid editor and youtuber. For those out there struggling w dep, keep going, keep standing. Bless up.

[@peaceseeker7441]

Good job, keep going you got this!

[@CaliforniaHairExtensions]

Thank you soo much for your response. Lost my mother 6 months ago. I am trying to get back up...

[@loki3836]

"You are not a faliure if you fall down, you are only a faliure if you stay down"

[@ricardo-b58]

I didn’t hear him say this

[@cheese6345]

@@ricardo-b58 cause he didn't say it

[@sukainaalshawi4499]

Lol wut kind of name do u have 😂😂😂, "Sexy Thanos" 😂😂😂

[@lawrenceb3434]

I'm sitting on my toilet sobbing, yet I feel happier and more determined than I ever have before...

[@annastacey508]

I’m on the toilet too, the best time for motivation

[@staceyharvey6329]

This was the first video I had to pause in the middle of working out on the elliptical as it brought me to tears ❤️

[@grdovwd1589]

Take some mangoes, pineapples and other laxative fruits, it should help you! It'll pass as a river! ... Less determination on the job and less tears ! Enjoy Ollie, glad i could be of help !!

[@zerefuchiha3932]

Ollie Baker 😂😂

[@theretrodragonyope]

Sittin' on that toilet.

[@GMD0602]

DAMN Goalcast, you nailed this one. You hit so many angles with this gentleman's speech...it can make us laugh, yet hit us deep. Priceless. Well done 💛

[@watchyou9748]

eto ga lolo

[@sukmadek8626]

"Not a black man, not a brown man, not a white man and definetly not a vegan, fuck vegans"

[@GMD0602]

SukMa Dek what was the point of that lolz

[@MrMrniel021]

Man that was amazing I got tears in my eyes. Great inspiration

[@GMD0602]

Never knew I got So many likes, Love y'all! 😗

[@charteredfinancialplanner]

By far, by a country mile, the best speech I have ever had the privilege to witness. 40 times I have watched this speech over the last two years. This gentleman has changed my approach to life in so many ways. God bless him. His children will be proud

[@topgmotiv8tion]

"Maybe one day my boys will catch me in the act of excellence"

[@cgh634]

"U r what u repeatedly do, there for excellence is a habit not an act"

[@Dylan-hc2lu]

Next day they walk in on him hurgin the flurgin while reachin for jergens

[@hockeymomlovegod1215]

Just sent this to my son

[@JuanHernandez-qw5jz]

BEST SPEECH EVER. From someone with 6 degrees. They told me I would be retarded because I was born two months early. Guess I showed them.

[@andrezasantos3705]

How is this man not the greatest human being?! Just a man...in his father’s mold. Remarkable individual regardless of race, gender , creed! Total inspiration!

[@jameskerr967]

One of the Most Inspiring Speeches Ever Given

[@chess747]

Wow, what a heart break towards the end, real sad, but so true.

[@ronroca4387]

chess747 very sad but that was his rock bottom to build on, how many have stumbled and never recovered or worst never helped anyone else?

[@dnw009]

He got lucky and found another great person to spend his life with and has 4 kids in total now though, Ricky Rigsby. Quite the incredible speech he gave there.

[@goodapplebadapple1369]

I come back here often and listen to this speech I think each time I watch it. I move more than I am from the last time.

[@spontaksback]

Incredible. This is my first time finding and listening to it. Cried pretty hard when he mentioned Trina passing

[@goodapplebadapple1369]

@@spontaksback it’s a testament to the resilient nature of humanity. This is one of my all time favorite speeches.

[@spontaksback]

@@goodapplebadapple1369 man, it’s powerful stuff. He was great at building a connection with humor and relatability, but MAN did he hit some deep heart strings. I agree with you. The power of the human spirit, the will to live…it’s divine. It truly is the Holy Spirit, within each of us. Many just don’t know or find out

[@jeffamunoz]

*A man who knows a performance can change a life*

[@roosebolt3963]

It hurt me hearing about his wife

[@cloroxbleach7142]

Ebbe Hansegård if you're down I'm down

[@AnonURnot]

Ebbe Hansegård let's gooooooooo

[@jasonfire1191]

Ebbe.... daddy didnt teach you shit

[@s3Mezith]

@@jasonfire1191 Don't worry someone will teach him at some point. One way or the other.

[@faraidoonnaghdali4837]

Roose Bolt u

[@pieterverwee]

One of the best speeches I’ve ever heard!! Wow 😳

[@marioarroyo9712]

This video has brought me to tears more than once. I go to it immediately when I need to remember who tf I am and how I can make it through anything.

[@naressl8048]

I have already watch this like 10 times but still can’t get enough. Everytime I feel down I watch this.

[@DanMatern]

Yeah!!! Goosebumps every time I repeat this

[@shahnawazahmad4562]

I take off my hat for this man & give him a bow. Such a wonderful human. Jesus bless him 👍💐

[@nbakix]

God*

[@shojibacolor7196]

Hes already so blessed to have that kind of mindset

[@alexmurphy5289]

5 years later and I still come back, keep standing everyone. Much love to all

[@thepinkjellyfish1]

These words ‘I’m not worried if you’ll succeed I’m Worried you won’t fail from time to time’ I needed to hear those words.

[@Super88446]

I feel like that was one of the most overlooked parts to this absolutely incredible speech.

[@raihanoorfarid4973]

It really hit the bottom of my heart 💓

[@ohlbur]

Raihanoor Farid rock bottom

[@kwakekamdivasi591]

Such words are rare.

[@nathanwilliams4179]

Kwakeka Mdivasi mm hmm

[@najaeporter3028]

I’ve been listening to this for 4 years … this has really impacted my life

[@najaeporter3028]

Back here again , literally the lowest point in my life right now …let’s see how this goes

[@lylarose4588]

Who else started crying when he said his wife died😖😪

[@lylarose4588]

Anthony Blanco yeah, it was too sudden!

[@lylarose4588]

Anthony Blanco aww thx

[@anthonygarcia3097]

Me.

[@MarcyH805]

I live in Lompoc Ca. where his first wife was from. That took me by surprise too

[@checksandbalances6714]

Lyla Rose actually I was welling up when she said yes

[@jthockers8117]

"rather be an hour early then a minute late" now I may only be a junior in high school, but when I show up to my baseball games a half hour early or sometimes earlier my teammates wonder y and sometimes laugh at me, I found something I love and I don't want to miss a second of it, I get there early to prove a point, to be a leader, to show people who I am, and I would encourage anyone and everyone to do the same.

[@fe3tfirmontheground]

You're on the path to success. You have the proper mind set. This will pay off for you!

[@classicdad27]

Thats an amazing set of standards you have!!! Being a real leader takes courage, it takes setting your pride aside for the bigger picture. Your going to be great bro💪💪💪

[@jthockers8117]

@@classicdad27 thanks man I appreciate it💪

[@ilikesk8tingalot734]

go buddy

[@isabelladgriff]

You’re on your way. I really hope you do big things. Don’t worry about what others say, worry about way you say, and what you know it right.

[@LucasMcDookas]

I have watched this speech 9+ times when I need motivation and it brings a tear to my eye every time. Great speech.

[@Nostalgic.knowledge]

same here mate..

[@hagridsbeardguy1399]

The impact of having a father figure to guide and support you is immeasurable. The void left in a child's life by a parent that doesn't show up, equally so.

[@MyOutdoorVideos]

So inspirational and true. If we have 10% of the parents teaching their children even 10% of what he said, the world will will be a different place.

[@454bigblock7]

I turn 21 in September and im gonna finish this GED. I wish i had a father figure like him.

[@justtrix5727]

BEST OF LUCK SENDING LUCK & POSITIVE VIBES YOUR WAYS

[@rjh1307]

Get it! Almost there!

[@phocian]

Happy Birthday Bro. You will succeed.

[@dianed2448]

You can do it. I have faith in you. I got mine at 35 years old.

[@sullivan2339]

Yes! I had no father.

[@gudah82walcott84]

His passion, words and wisdom has to be shared. Sir, unknown who you are but you are making an impact for a better world and people. So sorry for your loss. I see your love for her still illuminate.

[@janetward9343]

His name is Rick Rigsby

[@brettbuckner8951]

This is one of the most amazing, most articulate, most thought out speech I have ever heard in my life!! You are a true scholar and gentleman. That's the first time I have said that and it was not a joke.

[@TheVincentVanGogh]

The fact that he didnt read anything. No Script No Memorization No Mind But a Heart

[@mastercyber9707]

yes. agreed. however your lie in april......................

[@TheVincentVanGogh]

@@mastercyber9707 Oh.. That was past .. Kousei and Tsubaki are happy together now.😊

[@mastercyber9707]

@@TheVincentVanGogh but i still wanna cry

[@TheVincentVanGogh]

@@mastercyber9707 Sorry.. I didnt meant to make you cry.. Just smile.. What's happening right now is for the best. 😊

[@mastercyber9707]

@@TheVincentVanGogh thank you.

[@vivekvedpathak73]

That's It!! It was the best 10 mins of my day!!

[@jamessteven9709]

Wow this man has awakened my dreams that have been sleeping......

[@CainM89]

SHANE STEVEN Went to sleep again?

[@NZ_AL]

SHANE STEVEN same

[@runeplate123]

Maniac's Universe I think he is dreaming of a dream within a dream!

[@stevesimon460]

SHANE STEVEN I’m the 400 like

[@bennygaweseb]

My grannie literally raised me the man I am today. To be kind Honest And respectful to others regardless. I follow this simple rules to today.

[@markw.4880]

Your Father can be very proud! You are a great man!

[@caesaraugustus1801]

Incredible resilience. Hats off to you, Dr. Rigsby. Your strength is more than inspirational. Thank you.

[@giovanisoprano5161]

I have heard Dr. Rick Rigsby’s speech in person years ago at Coronado club in Houston. I was a senior in high school on the verge of dropping out and suicidal. My mentor dragged me to this luncheon and he changed my life! Thank you!

[@masonsamuels347]

Dont give uo bro, if you need a friend, Im always here .... Seriously

[@retro2485]

Hey man I’m proud of you just keep standing like the speech said block the noise and keep pushing forward 24/7 all day everyday💯

[@gmoney4715]

Great

[@psucbass]

I can't do this speech enough justice, it's impactful, humbling and up-lifting. Every time I watch it, I tear up! AMAZING!