Oprah Winfrey Harvard Commencement speech | Harvard Commencement 2013

[@davidkalume]

Don't ask yourself what the world needs, but what makes you come alive, because what the world needs is people who come alive. Thanks,

[@homegrownfarm1993]

David Kalume by Howard Thurman

[@anwarhussain3696]

"" Very Well Said "" !!! Masha Allah !!

[@MotheoM]

Literally checked comments after hearing that and this was the first comment. Love and light 🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽

[@jeniferjohn6083]

SURE!

[@seratikima9700]

thank,Mamy obra

[@drewqq]

What an incredible line: "I was here to use television, and not be used by it." One of a rare few who can make that statement in media.

[@arcanjosmith7448]

She is the only person who can say I'm Oprah lol

[@mymichael518]

As long as she makes money for the tv, ooh yes she may use it!!

[@kamzamosweu2269]

@Fanta Graham If a black person has done wrong they have to be called out just like everyone, they. Are bad people in every culture. The best thing journalist can do in this divided nation is to tell the truth and not be biased.

[@andreashindler6655]

does not get better!

[@cuongbuiquang3941]

i think that to

[@ashk3275]

The greatness of this lady is her vulnerability. She uses that to connect with everyone and disarm them completely. An eloquent speaker, driven with an acute sense of purpose, she had it all before she came to Harvard. And yet, she is so unassuming and says the Harvard graduates are better off than most - and then cautions them saying they will all face difficulties in the journey of life, but if they follow through with the moral compass within themselves, they will emerge from a temporary setback to become more of who they are and they will be ok. Amazing pointer for young ones starting out, regardless of who they are. Ms. Winfrey, you sure did ok ;-) Thank you.

[@MotherGrits]

she's a force. grew up watching her. the older i get, the more i realize how incredibly talented she really is.

[@edwconr]

talent with the wisdom to humble self only under the mighty right hand of the holy God Jesus Christ:)

[@amdbtr]

@@edwconr Jesus Christ peace be upon him is a prophet of God.

[@amiyjohar7875]

Me too from the 3rd World

[@etonfoods3013]

Facts

[@amyrudometkin6898]

Oprah, Your strength and humanity, your ability to relate is without a doubt a true gift to the world. At some point in your career people stopped and listened to what you had to say and it all comes down to your story. To what you have encouraged today above and beyond... AUTHENTICITY! Mahalo and Aloha

[@ugpatriotsuaehere4999]

Amy Rudometkin. Success is about trying and failing, gud to fail than not start at all. The more u fail the more u can learn to perfect urself and consequently drawing closer to ur dream

[@garrethanarrd4435]

Hi

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Hi

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Hello pretty army

[@NazriB]

Lies again? Harvard Barcelona Orlando

[@kylesmith9466]

Negative and bitter people are always looking for the negativity in things...but people who have goals and dreams take speeches like this and allow it to resonate with their dreams and ambitions. Regardless of her occupation, her purpose of this speech is to inform others that they can become whatever they work hard to become!!!

[@luzprippedersen]

***** Oprah came from a very poor family and became a rich, nice beloved person. You do not need money to be what you want :)

[@desurvival1]

***** MATE IF YOU KEEP LOOKING FOR EXCUSES FOR NOT BEING THE BEST YOU CAN BE, YOU WOULD KEEP FINDING THEM, GENUINE ONES FOR THAT MATTER... GREED & CORRUPTION HAS ALWAYS EXISTED ON EARTH... SO IF YOU ARE WAITING FOR IT TO DISAPPEAR & FOR LIFE TO BE COMPLETELY FAIR, BEFORE YOU CAN GO AFTER YOUR DREAMS, YOU WOULD NEVER AMOUNT TO ANYTHING IN LIFE... WITH A TEACHABLE & OPEN MIND, POSITIVE ATTITUDE, HARD WORK, AND BELIEVE IN YOURSELF & BEYOUND, YOU CAN ARCHIVE ANYTHING ANYWHERE...

[@tiffanyward527]

kyle smith I love this and it's soo true!

[@danielt4150]

What you mean we can all aspire to be chat show host's like Oprah?.. lol

[@pufimofir6643]

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[@robertkennon5985]

Thanks Oprah, that message was inspiration to all those haters that prey on your down fall. Anything is possible and you're a living witness to tell the story.

[@mollyneemairenicanna6809]

A brother of mine got a scholarship to Harvard from Ireland. He got first class honours and was doing a BA in Law.........He is now chief barrister with a large International company..His children have done very well in life also......Wonderful, he thought Harvard was and when he came home he had a young woman on his arm. Harvard had a brilliant young man, my brother and nurtured him and he did very well in his life. Thank you Harvard and of course Miss Oprah Winfrey

[@irmapatrick2383]

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[@irmapatrick2383]

Alpreshia Pressley. Dance. T

[@abnerilao7364]

Wow miss oprah

[@omarbrady7226]

I love you Oprah. I came from Mexico 🇲🇽 19 years ago. I’ve been living in the USA 🇺🇸 ever since and I have accomplished many things. You were my inspiration, just like Barbara Walters was your inspiration. You were what inspired me to keep going. You’re the epitome of success, dedication, honesty, hard work, faith, loyalty. Thank you for the example you have set for all of us

[@santiransantiran-bk1ew]

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[@treegerl]

I could honestly watch this woman speak all day! She is SUCH an inspiring speaker. So much energy in every word!

[@stewartjin9812]

I am with you on that. She is the only in the whole world where I can listen to all day and never get sick of listening to

[@tanveeramin106]

A great speech by this amazing lady. An inspiration for generations to come and an example on how we can enliven our spirit by being what we are and who we are instead of putting ourselves on other's shoes. THANKYOU OPRAH WINFREY.

[@fredrick-gz6fr]

Excellent!

[@fatimahemiyanti4219]

Wow 18 years old u open ur television show genius😀

[@anthonymandla3616]

The first thing she says, makes you willing to listen to what she has to say. Her state of mind really is powerful.

[@JazTimeJewelersTustin]

To be honest, for long time I thought Oprah to be a lucky talkshow host being at the right time at the right place. But in the past weeks I saw several interviews and speaches of her, and this woman is just amazing. Very inspirational.

[@totosukatendel8656]

Yes, very inspirational.

[@chris60810]

seriously,please consider,oprah is part of illuminutty,what they dont put in the news is oprah stealing alot of african children,she was caught just like clinton,no news on that

[@dlw1221]

@Alexander Nakamura Thank you!..We 100% Agree With you.

[@parimtm]

Lucky? Really Then calll. Elon musk, bezoz , zucc , gates , vitalik buterin and these billionaires ultra Lucky to be born in ultra rich familes and in the right era with right childhood

[@bunnylover1340]

Why, why, why Oprah won't run for president? I am not American but would love to see Oprah runs for President. What a brilliant, gifted woman.

[@kowsarhoney9754]

When I see Oprah, I see my mother. Growing up in Zambia 🇿🇲 my mother used to watch her shows whenever it was on TV. Now, I see what my mom saw in her.

[@jeremybarfour-awuah2784]

So eloquent and humble And she's a billionaire

[@lscott4092]

ABSOLUTELY NOTHING HUMBLE ABOUT THIS OPIE

[@eliasmatsoso6822]

@@lscott4092 Hope you've healed

[@sdash6242]

Don't you like it when she shoves her favorite list of things routinely on our face that any middle class person cannot afford. And what is the best time for Miss Humble to put on those blood diamond earrings other than when she visited her African school.

[@c-rlt730]

@@eliasmatsoso6822 The individual speaks truth

[@DrHarviMillar]

Oprah is a true genius! A spiritual soul the reminds us that our mission ought to be to continually advance the humanization of the world we live in... Martin Luther King, Maya Angelou, Oprah Winfrey, Barak Obama and so many more... all exemplars!

[@bunnylover1340]

Absolutely

[@robertocastillo5583]

9 years later ,i Still find a source of inspiration in her speech.

[@snoopz2]

So many negative and unnecessary hateful comments on here. Haters y'all need to go take several seats. Not only was the speech great, it inspirational.

[@oshanebrown1558]

I couldn't ask for a better speech, her thoughts moved my faith to a higher level to accommodate a more accurate and stable success for my philanthropist victory.

[@elainelksuabernet]

I listen to Oprah motivational videos every morning after a prayer. She is beyond amazing, her words are such therapy love her.

[@DeRealThing]

After receiving the Cecil B Award and being impressed with her speech, I've decided to hear more of her speeches. She's quite motivational....wow! One of a kind.

[@aneesabakker17]

Oh my god...I just came from there. crossed paths ..great

[@normakassim8688]

Oprah is mo

[@normakassim8688]

Oprah is motivationally sound and excellent speaker thanks to God given genes she spoke with much firepower which audiences are thrilled about. If she is a British subject she would be awarded the OBE by the late Queen Elizabeth 11 or preferebly by King Charles 111. It pays to be strong, powerful merciful and remain valiant for all insights out to the masses, What a brilliant lady you are in hood and bad times,

[@normakassim8688]

in good and bad times

[@courtneywilliams5565]

Me too ❤

[@TheOptioneerJM]

I enjoy how Oprah continuously helps others by sharing her personal story and how far she traveled and where she began.

[@eranolobrigo6546]

i admired oprah for being an intelligent woman and inspirations for us,thank you for sharing and lighten us..

[@jammzy2959]

This was my graduation and it's the first time I saw the "Oprah effect." When she was up there receiving her degree one, of the professors hugged her and another one was like "wait...we can hug Oprah?? So then they all did it with these huge grins. It was a sight to see because even though in this speech she shows her admiration for Harvard, in the beginning it was the other way around. To see these professors in awe of her was kind of amazing. Disclaimer: that day was hot as hell, and as amazing as I knew this would be, I had to leave early for water and A/C. I saw this on KZbin the next day like everyone else! Lol

[@godsgotu6982]

😂

[@pratikpendse4849]

Oprah is a phenomenal orator. I mean no surprises there haha but still! She’s just too good at connecting with people 🥰

[@DearSybersue]

Oprah is such a great speaker & always adds humor to give it a light feel. Everyone can relate to her because she isn't stiff or formal. She makes you think!

[@inspirewithqueen703]

Thank you Oprah. Your words of wisdom will never be forgotten. Keep inspiring.

[@dominicselvarajoo8324]

The miracle of successful person is the true achievement of great leadership.

[@LANAFINANCE]

Powerful.. How about each week.. Make it a habit of watching COMMENCEMENT SPEECH.. to recalculate our life and bring passion and fire on reaching and moving forward with life... vs.. be sidetrack...

[@localhappeningstv4474]

I like how you think

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[@leroytaylor9695]

I also have a story that I would like to share, do you want to hear?

[@samuelmayen6502]

Oprah Winfrey inspired me and give me a strong belief in myself. Thank to Oprah for her strong determination.

[@kappusable]

I look to these videos to learn life lessons, and quite possibly others got lessons that relate to them, but the only hard education I got from Oprah's speech is to make your resume the story of who you want to be and the reinforcement of finding happiness within the highest, most truthful expression of the self. Besides that, it seems like a regular Oprah show.

[@wendiwoo88]

There is so much wisdom to be shared by Oprah. I am just so impressed by her depth of knowledge and humility

[@ITTCT555]

Man how impactful this would be to the people outside of her studio in Chicago she compares herself to the crowd so who really needs this

[@jamiriche6492]

So beautiful! All I want to do is serve Jehovah God. This is a Great speech!!! All I can add to it is always put God first, thanks Oprah Winfrey!

[@thereseyoungkim9583]

Opra the gem of America, and Harvard lays its mark to the world with all those brilliant speakers crying for humanity.

[@habilazimov6479]

Her speech gives us great inspiration !

[@kaci510]

A great way to spend some free time...free advice from Oprah and others as I watched several memorable commencement speeches.

[@saeedmohammad8765]

This is the fivetimes to watch it, it always feels like a first time.

[@DYNAMITEmusic]

Opera one them people who always spark the light back in you when you feel down and feel like giving up. She's an angel .thank you oprah. Your words have life and meaning

[@managementvineetkumar5457]

Truly inspirational... Very Nostalgic.... Straight fro heart....These are not mere words...these are the gems collected after speaking to thousands of people...

[@ed6685]

Oprah is the type of person I would actually vote for president over who is running right now.

[@Sexymama60885]

Its funny because i was thinking Oprah for President.. before i read your comment.. yes - i agree!

[@shararehpanahi1353]

i agree

[@jffry24]

No Name Then you’ve done no research and you’re a fucking idiot she’s a pathological liar her and Family won’t talk to her and you wanna as president

[@alethes.sophia]

i would vote for putin.

[@SeekTheTruthAndTruth]

@@alethes.sophia lol

[@jacobdu1215]

such a well rounded speech, structurally speaking. and so inspiring at the same time. there are wisdom in there. magnificent

[@maureenmwaura8923]

It is not too late for me to watch and listen to my all time favorite international Inspirer, more so at a time I have already hit one of my academic milestones. I pray that my purpose and my true calling will illuminate the lives of many that will pass through my God abled hands. God bless Winfrey, God bless the world.

[@wproperties8359]

Perfect speech! Very good woman and an example to all.

[@edrow72sexton19]

angela laurianJ what kind of example is she that which is all white people was dead or didn't you know about that little speech she gave you dumb bitch

[@shanec9840]

Damn it, she has inspired me, yet again! Some lessons can't be taught in text books or given from Ivy Leagues.

[@makpae007]

What a beautiful speech. I run an investments club here in Ottawa, Canada. I am gonna use this speech as a motivatiobnal drive for my folks. Job well done, Oprah! It was ok. Need no worry!

[@VenusEvan_1885]

But add to your speech something of your own.

[@MrTynoir]

Why has Oprah been such an icon and a success?

[@rufiredup90]

I use her speech for my listening practice in class. I absolutely adore her speech. ♥️

[@lucypascual5749]

Thank you Ms. Oprah Winfrey with your Brilliant and Eloquent speeches that inspired everybody around the globe from darkness to light that inspired everybody...

[@msphillycheeze]

WOW, one of the best commencement speeches ever from one of the best speakers ever.

[@buloydonaadventures4737]

When you learn, teach.. When you get, give. ❤

[@NathalieLazo]

You explained this really well! 😄

[@nataliesoutlet]

Mama Oprah does it again

[@elijahallen7838]

8.4M subs but 2 likes on a comment 🤣

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@@elijahallen7838 weird isn't it ??

[@theodoreroosevelt7471]

Did* learn English people!

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[@rahuljhamat6910]

I wanna learn English language I think you could help me

[@AnjuliMack]

One of my favourite Harvard ones. We will all fall but what matters most is how quickly you get back up :D

[@maryjomatey9840]

When you learn, teach.. when you get .. give !!!! BEAUTIFUL !!!

[@dorist.mp7358]

8 years ago and still making an impact... Oprah Winfrey the Great..

[@nmblue4434]

Thank you Oprah...you have inspired my entire life. I'm still working on it. I love you and send love and prayers to you and yours xoxxo

[@MultiSocialism]

Another touching speech, I can tell she is about to burst into tears.

[@sbztube]

opera winfrey is simply the most beutiful and kindest person i have ever seen !

[@ThuyNguyen-bu9ge]

This is my life's motto: Enjoying an inspirational life's journey. Living a life full of inspiration will help me reach my calling.

[@dr.nooralibharwani2725]

What a speech! Very inspiring. Highly recommended.

[@cheavichetraofficial1991]

yes, I think so. Strong word

[@fabianlawstudies9497]

Oprah Winfrey is truly an inspiration to us all. I enjoy watching the Harvard KZbin videos of commencement speakers who share their testimonies of failures and success because some how I feel connected to them by our passion to want to help make a difference within society. Although I am almost as old as gray, which means I am probably older than most of the dreamers who dream to go to Harvard, my dream to be a civil rights lawyer is still ignited. My unfortunate experience which resulted to circumstances I would not wish for anyone was by no means the fault of my own. However, I thank my offenders for their offenses against me because in the midst of it all, I discover my passion for law. I developed an interest in reading and learning about the purpose of why laws are written and how they govern issues. I discover how the law can be used to make a difference to resolve offenses, and hold offenders accountable for their unlawful offenses. I want to make a difference within the surrounding communities where I am lead because I feel alive to be an advocate. Harvard Law school is my dream school. God bless Oprah Winfrey, the Harvard staff and faculty, and most importantly congratulations to all the graduates of all classes! Thanks for sharing! 🥳🎉🎊

[@robertkinkhorst5697]

Thank you Oprah, you are and always will be a beacon of hope! The world has so much to thank you for! You’re book club inspired million around the world, and I’ll always remember your Christmas special when you went to South Africa, to this day that remains my favorite episode of all time! Thank you for being you 😘, much love, stay safe & healthy!

[@serenazhang676]

Thanks Oprah, makes us restore faith in humanity

[@AliAzk1]

" Come alive " Oh my God so powerful a speech.

[@kensa5322]

Oprah, your words hit home for me... Wow I'm watching this in 2022 when I needed this speech to know that we all fail sometimes its learning from it.

[@valeriaponis1394]

One of the most inspiring speeches I have ever heard

[@lolamarie7804]

Wow this speech really touched me! Thank you so much. I recently downloaded an app called perfectly happy visualization, and it really motivates me, especially on those days where I'm lacking. And now I found this speech! Couldn't be happier and more focused

[@MovieTrim]

It's just a school.... Math is math, science is science, english is english anywhere you go in the world. The beauty of education does not lie in the institution you go but in the desire to learn and make use of what you learn.

[@adamtucker5780]

SO true. People get brainwashed to waste money when there no diffrence.

[@dhruvareddy2913]

austin darling Actually I don't think there's much difference between the cost of university's at least around the top few. And there are a lot of subsidies plus most of the top few institutions accept students based on merit and not background. So the more drive to learn you show, the higher chances you have of getting into a good school and using better facilities to quench your thirst for knowledge :D There really is not much brainwashing going on here. The concept is fair and simple. There are financial incentives too, if you can't afford a good school like say Harvard.

[@marcellechery8371]

So true!!!

[@afrochic90]

Amen!

[@angelapang6780]

just shows you have never studied at one of these institutions and have no clue what you are talking about

[@juicetsile3680]

Beautiful Ms Oprah I live by your motivational speeches religiously

[@user-nh4kz6cp7p]

There is the light inside each of us -Oprah

[@maerierashad6377]

I had to pause and first listen to the song she mentioned cause I love it sooo! It brings back the encouragement like no other! We will understand it better by and by!

[@stevehyde4016]

Wow. Now that I caught my breath, I am going to watch this again on occasion. Thank you for posting.

[@priyankachowdary3395]

Hey there! Today remember that you are powerful and you can take on any challenge that comes your way😍 May the best happen to you. My prayers for all that you need🙏

[@Eugene-hb2ik]

Holy Spirit ATL homeless people

[@sherryhale7926]

Wow...she is so captivating and definitely creates a presence as a speaker :)

[@NaveenArun]

what an amazing speaker!

[@mirzad8990]

I can’t stop watching this , she speaks so powerful

[@LatinForPoem302]

I was there! Amazing speech, very down to earth and on point for what's going on today. Thank you Oprah!

[@rahuljhamat6910]

I wanna learn English language I think you could help me

[@bettyannpilgrim4275]

I really love and admire this woman that I have never met! (sigh!!) Oprah?! You are amazing!! Thank you for sharing your inspiration!

[@princessanitabcumeweni4034]

Oprah congrats , best speech ever!!!

[@MikaelChoi]

Why would anyone even dislike this, I mean it's a very lit and motivating speech.

[@thatgurl193]

Harvard students you are so lucky!

[@addy1285]

thatgurl193 It took blood, sweat and tears to get there. So in a sense, you can choose to be "lucky" like them if you put in the work.

[@muskangarg7164]

But don’t worry! You can see the history by yourself that most powerful and magnificent people have never gone to schools or named colleges.It’s your self study ,self realisation and self actualisation that makes you who you are.eg.ELON MUSK,OPRAH WINFREY......

[@goodmusicoldandnew5977]

18:21 she really loved Maya Angelou that much before and after death! BEAUTIFUL

[@heathermossi636]

Thanks Oprah, inspiring as always.

[@lizgichora6472]

CONGRATULATIONS!...you are a GREAT inspiration.

[@shivanthikulasingham6131]

"The key to life is to develop an internal moral emotional GPS that can tell you which way to go." - Oprah

[@syedmammar1]

one of the best commencement speeches...she didn't have to attend Harvard to be who she is.

[@kimberlybrooklyn923]

Thanks

[@ambiliramachandran5739]

" Oh My Goodness....I am In Harvard"...Jus Luvd It....Luv u Oprah Winfrey 😍😘

[@adriennaturner]

She encourages and motivates me even more!

[@VenusEvan_1885]

She motivates me too

[@lpulotu]

Had reminders of President Obama’s speech during the presidential breakfast while viewing this. Thank you

[@annegraham2015]

what a speech!! Oprah ...phenomenal woman.

[@jacobmadol926]

I love your speech Oprah, God bless you.

[@valuabletipseasylife]

I admire her. She's great!

[@may6jeff]

She is such an inspiration!! Down to earth person with deep social consciousness and internal GPS moral compass who uses her platform for others and a higher purpose than herself. God bless her!

[@pf243]

Great speech and very inspirational for us graduates all over! Well done oprah

[@Tiwodby82]

don't ask yourself what the world needs,ask yourself what makes you come alive. because the world needs people who have come alive

[@chingbachiller2613]

I love you Oprah.😘💋Thank you so much for those encouraging and motivating words. You inspired me a lot. God bless you.

[@jesaiahobogbaimhe2904]

That's one of the best speeches I've ever heard!

[@leapyearbabe4]

oprah looks beautiful

[@ManjuSingh-io6ix]

Admirable 🌹Theres so much one can learn she’s mentally graceful kind and empathetic it’s her sensitivity towards humanity and the realisation that life has a purpose 🌷So inspiring 🌻

[@snowaIker]

She’s such an inspiration