Denzel Washington's Speech Will Leave You SPEECHLESS - One of the Most Eye Opening Speeches Ever

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  • @sueturcotte1970
    @sueturcotte1970 Před 3 lety +659

    This man is a wonderful human being. Forget about the actor part which he is darn good at. I was moved. He gets life. I am giving you a standing ovation Mr. Washington.

    • @sueturcotte1970
      @sueturcotte1970 Před 3 lety +1

      @Vmancanada1 huh

    • @joycecottingham6438
      @joycecottingham6438 Před 3 lety +7

      Sue I stand with you. Great advice to young adults. A Real Gentleman, many in Hollywood should listen to Mr. Washington and Stop telling Americans who and how to VOTE.🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

    • @thetruth4320
      @thetruth4320 Před 3 lety

      Good writing

    • @thetruth4320
      @thetruth4320 Před 3 lety +1

      Good deal..

    • @QUINCYGIRL
      @QUINCYGIRL Před 3 lety +3

      It was really a good commencement speach. I just hope it got into the head of those graduates''!!!!

  • @ivey2cuz311
    @ivey2cuz311 Před 3 lety +677

    “Dreams without goals are just dreams” -Denzel Washington

    • @rachellesmith4726
      @rachellesmith4726 Před 3 lety

      ivey2 Cuz big talk no action

    • @thewizzard3150
      @thewizzard3150 Před 3 lety +1

      goals with out a plan are just goals, plans without opportunity are just plans, opportunity is a lucky break; and were back to luck. if luck could be worked for or learned we would all be lucky.

    • @marcelvandenburg1870
      @marcelvandenburg1870 Před 3 lety +6

      Go to bed with a dream, wakeup with a purpose....

    • @facebookcom-ej7dm
      @facebookcom-ej7dm Před 3 lety +2

      Goals are dreams with deadlines.

    • @nateone6632
      @nateone6632 Před 3 lety

      His wife said it but yes

  • @sandratjauw8709
    @sandratjauw8709 Před 2 lety +6

    Never give up!! Every " problem" is a stepping stone for a better future.
    God is in controle!!
    AMEN!! NEVER QUIT!!

  • @dietervanhuffel3649
    @dietervanhuffel3649 Před 3 lety +84

    3 years ago, this speech literally saved my life. 🙏🙌❤️

    • @tajkhan1013
      @tajkhan1013 Před 3 lety +1

      would you like to share your experience🙏

  • @franciscocepeda8416
    @franciscocepeda8416 Před 3 lety +108

    These type of things need to be shown in every school at every level

    • @bobkanno6797
      @bobkanno6797 Před 3 lety +2

      This would never get to the schools, because the educator do not want the students to hear this or to be able to think for themselves nor hear the truth about life!!!!

    • @brianpatrick8441
      @brianpatrick8441 Před 3 lety +1

      @Tacøs ツツ thats why school choice is so important, democrates are fighting any type of bill!! Do your reshearch. Quality education is the foundation to sucess

    • @hassan5768
      @hassan5768 Před 2 měsíci

      @@bobkanno6797😊😊😊c😊😊😊😊😊 😊

  • @owenhochwald506
    @owenhochwald506 Před 4 lety +1456

    "If you don't fail, you aren't even trying."

    • @bittugym8282
      @bittugym8282 Před 4 lety +5

      listen ug Krishnamurti

    • @keelmobileis
      @keelmobileis Před 4 lety +10

      Thanks just what I needed to hear

    • @Niklas450
      @Niklas450 Před 4 lety +5

      Awesome, this is what I allways tell my kids when they feal that they have failed.

    • @Slaktrax
      @Slaktrax Před 4 lety +5

      The original is "If you are not failing every now and again, it's a sign you aren't doing anything very innovative." Woody Allen.

    • @larryporter7748
      @larryporter7748 Před 4 lety +2

      That's right

  • @unbelievable9750
    @unbelievable9750 Před 2 lety +403

    Love hearing Denzel speak. The world we live in today needs more people like him.
    I was a drug addict for almost a decade of my life, wasted my most precious years, can’t believe I’m not dead or in prison, but today I’m a CPA, ready to start my own business, and moved from Ohio to Florida and bought my first home 5 minutes from the ocean. Do not tell me something is impossible because I’ve done it. Don’t make excuses because I made excuses in the past but here I am. Do not be a victim, do not let others dictate your life, do not let others stop you from achieving greatness, do not have fear and tackle your dreams.
    A warrior mindset will push you to greatness and you will achieve your dreams. Stay hard 👊

    • @theboombody
      @theboombody Před 2 lety +10

      Wow, being a CPA is hard. I finished my accounting degree and I'm working on that license right now. I was never a drug addict though. Sure makes things a lot easier staying away from that stuff.

    • @AngSoFab
      @AngSoFab Před 2 lety +13

      Congratulations on getting clean and staying clean. Continue to share your testimony with others. You are a blessed and you are a blessing! 💜

    • @unbelievable9750
      @unbelievable9750 Před 2 lety +3

      @@AngSoFab thank you 🙏

    • @shelleythomas2852
      @shelleythomas2852 Před 2 lety +7

      God bless you for your strength to achieve to walk away from what owned you! May your future continue to grow brighter!
      🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

    • @shakry11
      @shakry11 Před 2 lety +8

      I salute you✊🏾 That thing you wrote touched me

  • @gavinspeaks
    @gavinspeaks Před 2 lety +126

    “The only way that we can live is if we grow. The only way we can grow is if we change. The only way we can change is if we learn. The only way we can learn is if we are exposed. And the only way that we are exposed is if we throw ourselves into the open.” - C. Joybell
    💜 Heart-Based Manifestation CZcamsr

  • @74205gb
    @74205gb Před 3 lety +436

    "Don't just aspire to make a living...aspire to make a difference." -Denzel Washington

    • @74205gb
      @74205gb Před 3 lety +1

      lol. I just thought that this was a particularly moving statement that was very much worth repeating.

    • @soukavathkeomisy3858
      @soukavathkeomisy3858 Před 3 lety +1

      @@74205gb Don't worry about the bitter old man. It doesnt matter what you do they will always remain bitter.

    • @scarletpimpernelagain9124
      @scarletpimpernelagain9124 Před 3 lety +1

      @@74205gb No cure for a nasty bastard love. Just imagine how barren their lives must be that they have to try and score pathetic points off a stranger on the internet whom they are unlikely ever to meet, just to try and big themselves up. People such as this are pathetic.

    • @paweldylik190
      @paweldylik190 Před 3 lety

      In a void of Hollywood idiocy shines a bright light. A man that believes in personal responsibility and hard work instead of entitlement. Today’s youth need to hear more messages like this.

    • @dennisoman2294
      @dennisoman2294 Před 3 lety

      I don't think the crap movies he makes, really make a difference.

  • @michaelmeden9117
    @michaelmeden9117 Před 4 lety +148

    Worked with this man for two days on one of his movies. Hardest working dude I ever meet. He has earned what he has and is worth listening to.

  • @gmpowell1089
    @gmpowell1089 Před 4 měsíci +18

    Thank you from an 81 year old man.
    You renewed what I have tried to do most of my life
    You brought a new spark in my life at 81
    Thank you in advance.
    God bless you

    • @wajahatrizvi6725
      @wajahatrizvi6725 Před 27 dny

      @gmpowell1089
      Dear Respected Sir,
      Nice to know that, at the age of 81, this little speech renewed you and added some spark to you. This clearly shows that you are open to good advices and would like to know the new ways to incorporate great changes in your life.
      While being at the age of 81, I would strongly recommend you to just start studying Holy Quran (English translation), the God's last book, in God's own words. This is the ONLY Holy Book, that is in 100% Original condition, without a single letter's change, even after passing 1400 Years. Isn't that a Miracle!!!
      Let me assure you 100%, just after studying the Holy Quran, you will surely get the Light, Peace, Motivation, Energy and an incredible Reality, that will change your Entire Life, for sure.
      Please give it a try...
      Thanks for your time and consideration.

  • @gabytrumbull7880
    @gabytrumbull7880 Před 11 měsíci +77

    Denzel Washington is a blessing to many. I achieved success after I practiced the steps below.

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      @gabytrumbull7880 Před 11 měsíci

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      @gabytrumbull7880 Před 11 měsíci

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      @gabytrumbull7880 Před 11 měsíci +1

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    • @sarahfletcher01
      @sarahfletcher01 Před 9 měsíci

      opportunity like this is a scarce commodity. There’s no limit to what you can achieve in life (including success) if you put your mind to it. I will partake in this. Luckily I stumble into this.

    • @sarahfletcher01
      @sarahfletcher01 Před 9 měsíci

      you deserve all the attention

  • @michaelstark4834
    @michaelstark4834 Před 3 lety +527

    I am 68 years old, I have had the honor of seeing extraordinary people during that time, but Mr. Washington tops the list. It is an honor to have lived the same time he did

  • @jonathantagay1625
    @jonathantagay1625 Před 3 lety +718

    "Goals without plans are just wishes."
    "Plans without action are just dreams."
    -👍

    • @abdirashidjirfe468
      @abdirashidjirfe468 Před 3 lety +2

      I like it

    • @QUINCYGIRL
      @QUINCYGIRL Před 3 lety +2

      👌👌👍👍

    • @akrenwinkle
      @akrenwinkle Před 3 lety +11

      Pancakes without syrup are... okay, I'm not good at this.

    • @lehcyfer
      @lehcyfer Před 3 lety

      Actions without a heart are abominations

    • @lehcyfer
      @lehcyfer Před 3 lety +3

      @Stuart Riley Our modern civilization has botched aiming system - we use our brain, head, to give meaning to life.
      People are better served to follow their gut - which gives momentum, use their heart - which gives right direction, finally use their head - which gives proper actions.
      Action without heart is abomination - and what it leads to is shown throughout the 20th century - two world wars, concentration camps, genocides all over the world.
      Action without guts is pointless and leads nowhere.

  • @thinktosurvive
    @thinktosurvive Před 2 lety +9

    "You pray for rain, you gotta deal with the mud too. That's a part of it" - Denzel Washington

  • @motivationfront187
    @motivationfront187 Před 2 lety +47

    "If you don't fail you're not even trying ." - Denzel Washington

  • @aaininscribe9156
    @aaininscribe9156 Před 4 lety +334

    when he says "Never Confuse Movement with Progress." I feel it.

  • @lolajeans4467
    @lolajeans4467 Před 3 lety +325

    What a great leader this man could be right now.

    • @ingridk.guerra7842
      @ingridk.guerra7842 Před 3 lety +10

      He is a great leader not could be.

    • @ilenerogers7875
      @ilenerogers7875 Před 3 lety +12

      He'd be a great president along with morgan freeman. 2 great men with great minds

    • @ericelvis730
      @ericelvis730 Před 3 lety +1

      He would be blackballed

    • @spiroketal7024
      @spiroketal7024 Před 3 lety +1

      He is! Look what he's doing, right now!😎🇦🇺✝️

    • @graceomalleygrimm9776
      @graceomalleygrimm9776 Před 3 lety +2

      Yeah, he would, but man, can you imagine the campaign? That would be epic! And, with a good platform, I know I'd vote for him.

  • @Studio-C
    @Studio-C Před 3 lety +43

    What a blessing it is the hear his words and speaking of his faith. I wish when I was at this age I had someone like Denzel to speak out.

  • @rdzm1374
    @rdzm1374 Před 3 lety +30

    He fills your mind with positivity, persistance, courage, motivation.
    What a great man.

  • @Bertrand16
    @Bertrand16 Před 4 lety +497

    Denzel is one of the best humans on earth. We need more like him.

    • @ishivalenzona418
      @ishivalenzona418 Před 4 lety +11

      You are also one of them. All of us.

    • @ruthzepeda5451
      @ruthzepeda5451 Před 4 lety +2

      Denzel
      Am very impressed about felt
      And am falling because of rights and wrong
      Gifts if you feel you don’t even trying
      That happens to me but thank you for everything what I learned for what am going to do
      Teach one
      Thank you so much

    • @ruthzepeda5451
      @ruthzepeda5451 Před 3 lety

      Wishing at these time you were our líder or may our president

  • @turkeytrack9
    @turkeytrack9 Před 4 lety +316

    Denzel is such a class act and knowledgeable man. When he speaks he always has my undivided attention because I learn something every time. He speaks using real life experience and never tries to be somebody that he is not. He commands respect for this reason. This world needs more people like him.

    • @marcoshazael3099
      @marcoshazael3099 Před 4 lety +1

      I would Love for her to respond before we Judge she knows that we are commenting. Was it important, relevant, family related or Other?

    • @thepositivefeeling3993
      @thepositivefeeling3993 Před 4 lety +2

      You are 100% right!

    • @cm-kl2wx
      @cm-kl2wx Před 4 lety +4

      That's why he's a great actor...his person shines through in all his roles...

    • @onlythetruth1686
      @onlythetruth1686 Před 3 lety

      @pammens miss only some satanist freemasons do they accept to become president..and if u tell the truth about their sectet societies u get murdered

    • @ruthbooth7914
      @ruthbooth7914 Před 2 lety +2

      He is

  • @jackielivsey
    @jackielivsey Před 2 lety +19

    This guy always gets my attention whenever he expresses himself , always talks sense .

  • @aimster64503
    @aimster64503 Před 2 lety +18

    Ik this is weird but I love that he says you have the gift of long suffering.. he literally didn’t leave anyone out.. I feel like this can give hope to people .. especially the depressed maybe.. a lot of times they feel left out and alone .. idk? What an uplifting speech to anyone watching! Thank you 😊

  • @focusedman498
    @focusedman498 Před 3 lety +1101

    "Without commitment you will never start and without consistency you will never finish". - Denzel Washington

    • @eglisefreresunisenchristde8410
      @eglisefreresunisenchristde8410 Před 3 lety +9

      Denzel Washington ...

    • @doctormotivation2181
      @doctormotivation2181 Před 3 lety +7

      HI

    • @terrywells0408
      @terrywells0408 Před 3 lety +8

      I love Denzel!! ♥️🙌🏽

    • @KB-vi5ix
      @KB-vi5ix Před 3 lety +1

      They’ve been doing it forever.. James earl jones was AMAZING AT My sister’s college graduating class in 93ish.. I’ll say it again... JAMES EARL JONES !!!

    • @KB-vi5ix
      @KB-vi5ix Před 3 lety +6

      This is one of the greatest human beings in this universe... DENZEL

  • @amakaossai5410
    @amakaossai5410 Před 4 lety +288

    "Don't just aspire to make a living, aspire to make a difference"

    • @AnnaMaledonPictureBookAuthor
      @AnnaMaledonPictureBookAuthor Před 4 lety +3

      I wrote that down. And few other things too.

    • @AprilWatters
      @AprilWatters Před 3 lety +1

      Amen to THAT!! Too many people doing the Doggie paddle for Debt $ ALL their lives! They never ever get their footing and that's by DESIGN! THE TRUTH WEALTH IS WITHIN! Why can't people 'see' that? I never went after $,, I always went for Health,, evolution, spirituality, taught myself relationship skills,, active listening after living in abuse in the "family" And dysfunction in the "community". All people were taught to do is to feel like an "adult" because they have a "job", but, not for standing for what's right or fighting for the vulnerable. That's been since the 70s,, SHAME

    • @dianagentile7636
      @dianagentile7636 Před 3 lety

      ABSOLUTELY ‼️‼️ MAKE A DIFFERENCE ‼️‼️👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

  • @russkelme666
    @russkelme666 Před 2 lety +9

    The chances you take, the people you meet, the people you love the faith that you have that you have. That's what's going to define you. Best quote

  • @John-pg7ce
    @John-pg7ce Před 9 dny

    A true gentleman that speaks the truth from the heart, Its not how much you have, its what you do with what you have .
    Aspire to make a difference - Denzel Washington.

  • @josephbragg5020
    @josephbragg5020 Před 3 lety +150

    How can you dislike this man he is a credit to mankind.

    • @beamills9205
      @beamills9205 Před 3 lety +1

      he's putting a mirror in front of faces.....jealousy is ugly !.............

    • @buddylove3540
      @buddylove3540 Před 3 lety +1

      @@beamills9205 why is that? He's talking about people shouldn't be taught that they are less of a person just because of the color of their skin or how poor and less fortunate than others, because you can change it and make it better.

  • @baronbattles4681
    @baronbattles4681 Před 3 lety +161

    Brilliant! Words to live by. My respect for Denzel just went way up. May God continue to bless him.

  • @robertbigelow1338
    @robertbigelow1338 Před 2 lety +8

    Not only is Denzel a great actor, he is a man with wisdom, a man that I have respect for. GOD BLESS HIM

  • @OhShunz
    @OhShunz Před 2 lety +12

    I come back every few months to rewatch. Powerful words and message. ☀️

  • @glennferguson2526
    @glennferguson2526 Před 3 lety +76

    I would like to say Thank You to the parents of Denzel Washington.
    Thank you for giving us your son, he is an inspiration to anyone that
    listens to him. So Thank you.

    • @pastorchris4797
      @pastorchris4797 Před 3 lety

      Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (Godstime MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact wherever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on +2348135843650) tell him I sent an you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you,,,,,,,,

  • @Jpilgrim30
    @Jpilgrim30 Před 3 lety +616

    In a void of Hollywood idiocy shines a bright light. A man that believes in personal responsibility and hard work instead of entitlement. Today’s youth need to hear more messages like this.

    • @lrodriguez8037
      @lrodriguez8037 Před 3 lety +21

      Self reliance is what he's saying! Not sitting around and waiting for someone to give you something.

    • @acatlover138
      @acatlover138 Před 3 lety +24

      Denzel separates himself from the Hollywood BS. And it shows🙃

    • @acatlover138
      @acatlover138 Před 3 lety +3

      @@lrodriguez8037 can u speak up a little louder so the ones in the back rows can hear. America is on bended knee.

    • @cordwainerbird5550
      @cordwainerbird5550 Před 3 lety +2

      Most of his message is just a cute distraction to pull attention away from real, actual white racism abuses! He's just trying to pretend that current white racism plays no role at all in the problems of Black Americans!
      White people love any Black that claims Black people's problem are all self created!

    • @acatlover138
      @acatlover138 Před 3 lety +20

      @@cordwainerbird5550 or maybe he doesn’t subscribe to that mentality hence his success.

  • @alexanderl7238
    @alexanderl7238 Před rokem +2

    "Its not what you know its what you can prove"

  • @reddirt9117
    @reddirt9117 Před rokem +1

    Denzel is one of my favorite black actors....and speaker of great wisdom...

  • @laststophomestead2853
    @laststophomestead2853 Před 3 lety +161

    He and Morgan Freeman are my favorite actors. So glad to know that Denzel has true class as well.

    • @merqava
      @merqava Před 3 lety +2

      They're both highly intelligent people and seem genuine. I enjoy hearing them both speak as well.

    • @Riverolf
      @Riverolf Před 3 lety

      Agree!!!!!!!!!

  • @amakaossai5410
    @amakaossai5410 Před 4 lety +91

    "Just because you're doing a lot doesn't mean you're getting a lot done". Thank you Denzel, we really need to wake up in this generation.

    • @salgaldenco
      @salgaldenco Před 3 lety

      6 months after your comment...This generation thinks they are doing something now. Are they getting a lot done? Sigh.

  • @manhattanblocks6825
    @manhattanblocks6825 Před 2 lety +2

    one of the most direct speakers ever. Denzel got a lot of confidence in his words he doesn’t let anything go unheard you hear every word

  • @joncruz5532
    @joncruz5532 Před 3 lety +49

    "Don't just aspire to make a living, aspire to make a difference"
    I keep coming back to this video every month or so, and it never gets old.

  • @jozefgeusens44
    @jozefgeusens44 Před 3 lety +174

    Come on, people, who doesn't want a father, a brother or a friend like him?
    I love that man with all my heart.

    • @pastorchris4797
      @pastorchris4797 Před 3 lety +2

      Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (Godstime MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact wherever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on +2348135843650) tell him I sent an you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you,,,,,,,,

    • @eileenstanley5611
      @eileenstanley5611 Před 3 lety +5

      And, he's not tearing or pulling down statues , or killing innocent children . He believes in GOD.

    • @robertg9052
      @robertg9052 Před 2 lety +2

      Thomas Sowell is the same.

    • @daveagard1884
      @daveagard1884 Před rokem

      @@eileenstanley5611 what a stupid comment

  • @esramlewis146
    @esramlewis146 Před 2 lety +20

    Denzel Washington is an example of principle and stability. Its a choice. As he says, he is not afraid to take risks, fail, or suck at anything, he prayed and did not give up or give in. Its a matter of determination and the desire to succeed. He worked with his wife, listened to her, respected her, loved her as she did him. They are a team. That's the team that wins. Hey Mr. Washington, thanks for being the individual God made you to be. Love you, and blessings on you and your family always. Betsy.

  • @risanch
    @risanch Před 2 lety +10

    I was talking to a millionaire who went into motivational speaking and this is what he told me. People who become rich achieve it because they kept going after every failure. He said he got excited every time he failed because he just learned something. I looked at every failure as a learning experience and applied that to what he did next. One thing he did say and I can relate because I am one of them, he said people don't achieve their goals because they give up. They don't have the drive, the fire, the determination to do whatever it takes to achieve whatever they want to achieve.

  • @martinsoyekanmi2764
    @martinsoyekanmi2764 Před 4 lety +168

    "Just because you are doing a lot more doesn't mean you are getting a lot more done" - Denzel Washington

  • @louisedonaldson7608
    @louisedonaldson7608 Před 3 lety +239

    He is a great speaker & he speaks the truth, so listen.

  • @thendralsr
    @thendralsr Před 2 lety +38

    I get goosebumps everytime I hear his inspiring speech. Such a wonderful person he is. I admire him a lot as a person and as an actor!!

  • @ryanedmondson9465
    @ryanedmondson9465 Před 2 lety +37

    This man is not just a national treasure but a worldwide inspiration. The roles he took on over and over again and the way he portrayed those people, my god he’s truly one of the best of all time. His words during these speech will reverberate throughout history

  • @MadameButterfly800
    @MadameButterfly800 Před 3 lety +2082

    And he is still married to his childhood sweetheart. This man is a class act!

    • @muhammedsirin8679
      @muhammedsirin8679 Před 3 lety +2

      Hakkımız olan bizzat elden veya bankaya iade edilmeden hiçbir ayarınıza iştirak etmiyorum.

    • @chevaliersdesangreal2490
      @chevaliersdesangreal2490 Před 3 lety +20

      Hannah Smirnoff you Amaricans have the best people around you. RESPECT 🙏

    • @xavierdopun6719
      @xavierdopun6719 Před 3 lety +7

      The hearts is on the back side of history .
      Please encage what are worthy to save or to learn from before someone reset the deleate button .

    • @laureneharrington6110
      @laureneharrington6110 Před 3 lety +6

      It is not an act. I hate that saying. Makes no sense.

    • @lisaaxley5115
      @lisaaxley5115 Před 3 lety +3

      well hold on now... just bc people haven't been married as long as him dont mean theyre any less than him. any spouse can leave regardless of how good or bad somebody is. just their choice.

  • @sandyrose5036
    @sandyrose5036 Před 4 lety +94

    Denzel Washington, “THANK YOU” for sharing your wisdom, strength and hope. God is truly using you to make this world a better place 🙏🏼

  • @tpelio12
    @tpelio12 Před 2 lety +2

    This is the first thing I watched after a difficult hip surgery amongst other things going on in my life right. The most arduous time in my life. …I prepared hard. No excuses. Powered through it all …owned the winter and powered through it all. This speech has helped like no other throughout this journey. Fall forward. A back up plan was never a option. Hard work WORKS. As I sit here in pain I realize I can’t be hurt. I made myself invincible. Pain is temporary. Discipline is the key to all life has to offer. Slay the dragon, become a. monster, stay hard, conquer the winter and GET AFTER IT!

  • @grainnefox5879
    @grainnefox5879 Před 2 lety

    How wonderful to be at a speech
    Made by this humble person. My sister was dying and I remember and always will, especially when she was so low, he mentioned it in a talk show “everyday this side of the grass is a good one” I said it to my sister quite often from which she got huge comfort 😍

  • @sunhengtain
    @sunhengtain Před 5 lety +719

    "Just because you're doing a lot more doesn't mean you get a lot more done." Agree, productivity is not about quantity.

    • @jackburton6998
      @jackburton6998 Před 5 lety +18

      As a musician this is the most important part of his speech. It's actually about the quality. I was successful at a young age while most my peers struggled and struggled and blamed and blamed. I noticed they spent more time practicing then I did. But they did not practice learning music. They just doodled around and played the same scales over and over again for hours. Like running in place.

    • @tonyubertaccio6123
      @tonyubertaccio6123 Před 5 lety +2

      True Story 😉

    • @alphalion9177
      @alphalion9177 Před 5 lety

      Yup

    • @xoeortiz9700
      @xoeortiz9700 Před 5 lety +1

      This hit me because I’m a victim of this

    • @NYC_ME_GAME
      @NYC_ME_GAME Před 5 lety +3

      He spoke very little and said a whole lot!

  • @franidance6565
    @franidance6565 Před 3 lety +118

    Imagine having Denzel for President. Wow. What a truly genuine and intelligent and caring man. The world needs more like him.

    • @sylviaphakoe4717
      @sylviaphakoe4717 Před 3 lety +1

      Wow! Iam really speechless ! May God bless him 🙏

    • @paulgeishert9995
      @paulgeishert9995 Před 3 lety +4

      But, he would make most of the BLM guys go to work. He wouldn't be so popular with them.

    • @smartypants5036
      @smartypants5036 Před 3 lety +1

      Unless he was a Republican then all you would get is fires.

    • @iigormeltser9058
      @iigormeltser9058 Před 3 lety +2

      Problem with America is,it's not President's, who is controlling the strings of Goverment, your Federal Financial Reserve belong to Bankers,who buy your Congressmen and your Senators, they are lobbyist for Multi Nationals and Banks,any President who wrestle it from Greedy Bustards, will change America for better.

    • @paulgeishert9995
      @paulgeishert9995 Před 3 lety +2

      @@iigormeltser9058 Donald is arm wrestling them. 😉

  • @richardpetrey1400
    @richardpetrey1400 Před 2 lety +5

    My all time favorite actor!!!!!!!!! God bless you, Mr. Washington.

  • @luciaxx9584
    @luciaxx9584 Před rokem +3

    Every graduate should have the benefit of hearing such an inspirational speaker and speech. I love the analogy of falling forwards, it's not only okay to fail but we should be proud when we fall because it means that we are not afraid to live and follow our dreams 🙏

  • @user-ue8vz3km9c
    @user-ue8vz3km9c Před 3 lety +28

    All young generations and those to come need to hear this.

  • @BigKen
    @BigKen Před 3 lety +314

    One of the smartest most philosophical actors ever. So humble, so knowledgeable. A true icon!

    • @mojenebo7956
      @mojenebo7956 Před 3 lety +3

      Big King
      🙏❤🔥✝️
      Jim Cavizel too🔥✝️🙏
      Mel Gibson...

    • @uk922
      @uk922 Před 2 lety +4

      ..... not to forget Morgan Freeman !!!

    • @brucelorenzen6759
      @brucelorenzen6759 Před 2 lety +2

      A real man

    • @brucelorenzen6759
      @brucelorenzen6759 Před 2 lety +6

      @Jan Nowak do you suppose it's possible that he wrote this speech? Possibly because he didn't want to leave out all that was on his 💜

    • @santaclaus0815
      @santaclaus0815 Před 2 lety

      capitalist BS

  • @VictoriousNike
    @VictoriousNike Před 7 měsíci +1

    I listen to this almost daily, this is an inspiring speech and gets you on your feet and ready to change the world

  • @adeshinaemmanuel3460
    @adeshinaemmanuel3460 Před 2 lety

    Each time I watch this motivational speaker.... I speak to myself that greatest place is mine..
    God bless u more Danzel

  • @ginocrozzoli7966
    @ginocrozzoli7966 Před 3 lety +461

    I was honored to hear this man yes forget about black lives matter his words can motivate many blacks and any other culture THIS IS HOW IT IS IN LIFE we must all learn this

    • @debrawilliams462
      @debrawilliams462 Před 3 lety +28

      YES his words should motivate ALL Americans, not just African Americans. No we can’t forget Black Lives Matter because we don’t need to see a knee on the neck of Mr. Washington, not a famous actor but an average guy who happens to be black.

    • @candace_cane
      @candace_cane Před 3 lety +8

      Debra Williams thank you!!!! Stated perfectly!!!!!

    • @ulyssesmunson2950
      @ulyssesmunson2950 Před 3 lety

      evett cornell

    • @five18audio
      @five18audio Před 3 lety +5

      Bro blacks have so many examples infront of them so many examples you know that from Morgan freeman to Denzil washington a lot who are dead today but their guidance lives on forever blacks should be real spiritual people because they got so many role model and inspiration in front of them

    • @ishitunot5152
      @ishitunot5152 Před 3 lety +3

      Looks like you can't forget about BLM because you mentioned it.

  • @kitspics526
    @kitspics526 Před 4 lety +297

    " you will suck at something." Get over it and keep progressing

    • @althealemme2218
      @althealemme2218 Před 3 lety +2

      I love this that’s why I’m writing my books, counsel and mentor. He’s a man of faith that’s his foundation!!

    • @user-tl4sc9wz4r
      @user-tl4sc9wz4r Před 3 lety

      =D

    • @chieflouie2821
      @chieflouie2821 Před 3 lety

      Being progressive doesn't mean getting things for free.

    • @kitspics526
      @kitspics526 Před 3 lety +1

      Chief Louie Exactly right; but that's the propaganda the right has pushed for decades. Regulate capitalism is essential for accountability Or we get socialism for the wealthy while the rest get poverty.

    • @williammontague5486
      @williammontague5486 Před 3 lety

      @@kitspics526 Chief Louie won't accept your wisdom he's steeped in Q anon conspiracy theories! SMH!!

  • @johnslugger
    @johnslugger Před 10 měsíci +4

    *I believe in affirmative WORK, not affirmative action.*
    -- -- Denzel Washington

  • @clairelowry9122
    @clairelowry9122 Před 2 lety +1

    Another national treasure. A warrior for success in life.

  • @ShoelessNomadThailand
    @ShoelessNomadThailand Před 3 lety +42

    Legend. I wish I had him as my school teacher. Words of wisdom, encouragement and guidance.

  • @mitchchair138
    @mitchchair138 Před 4 lety +93

    "the ghosts of unfullfilled potential will stand by your deathbed and ask you why you never brought them to life. How many ghosts will be by your bedside?" that line hit me hard. (not an exact quote but you got the gist of it.

    • @lukecasey2830
      @lukecasey2830 Před 3 lety

      If it is paraphrased, you dont have to add quotation marks

    • @passioncommonsenseand8801
      @passioncommonsenseand8801 Před 3 lety

      Mitch Chair hit me too... stopped me dead in my tracks, to think ....

    • @dennishochstetler1653
      @dennishochstetler1653 Před 3 lety

      Very thought provoking.

    • @brendairby9910
      @brendairby9910 Před 3 lety +1

      That was good, but haunting!

    • @RogerThat1945
      @RogerThat1945 Před 3 lety

      As an inventor (some global ones were thieved from me [running blade/spike-strip/air-pumped boots/etc ), I have many unpursued concepts (some nation-changing ones), & who is now without plans & with dispassionate dreams, it (my inaction) is partly/probably because my Ancestral family know all about the Luddites: Hence a lack of motivation. Why build what leftist-chimps tear down &/or steal? DO NOT FEED YOUR PEARLS TO SWINE.

  • @KenD868
    @KenD868 Před 10 měsíci

    He has given so many great speeches. He is a very humble man.
    God Bless you

  • @pathandy8188
    @pathandy8188 Před rokem +1

    When I fall, I fall forward, I'm all in.

  • @craigvance1810
    @craigvance1810 Před 3 lety +36

    "Fall forward"- "at least you can see where you're falling"-DENZEL WASHINGTON

  • @RoachClass2001
    @RoachClass2001 Před 5 lety +492

    I wish the world were half as beautiful as this man

    • @aadams1519
      @aadams1519 Před 5 lety +13

      Roach Chris Jones , it can be mate when we start with ourselves. Pay it forward.

    • @carirangel
      @carirangel Před 5 lety

      Agree!

    • @Brandonhayhew
      @Brandonhayhew Před 5 lety +3

      A Failure is not a step backward, It's a step forward.

    • @ronellouw2014
      @ronellouw2014 Před 5 lety

      So do I. What a man!!!

    • @josephinecueto9676
      @josephinecueto9676 Před 5 lety

      I can imagine a beautiful world if your wish can be granted.

  • @mikecatania4492
    @mikecatania4492 Před 2 lety +3

    Wow! He is amazing! He sure moved up in my favorite people later. That man continues to bring so many good things to our lives . He's a class act!!

  • @rosemarybrown4274
    @rosemarybrown4274 Před 2 lety

    What an amazing man you are! Such wisdom! Such a gentleman! A man that has made a difference for sure! What a blessing to these you are addressing!

  • @keithallen8543
    @keithallen8543 Před 3 lety +82

    The more I hear this man talk, the more respect I have for him. Got his head on right, and thinks for himself. Agree with him or not, that in itself says something

    • @mikejerry7294
      @mikejerry7294 Před 3 lety

      how are you doing you looking damsel and i will like to know you more better

  • @elivemuhoza9619
    @elivemuhoza9619 Před 4 lety +69

    This man is too intelligent thank god for creating people who see through problems and provide us with solutions, this builds a better society

  • @tyheemalexander5056
    @tyheemalexander5056 Před 3 lety +3

    THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THIS SPEECH HAD MADE ME REALIZE THAT NO MATTER HOW HARD LIFE GETS I MUST KEEP GOING NO MATTER WHAT THANK YOU MR. WASHINGTON FOR THIS ..... I LISTEN TO THIS EVERY MORNING

  • @davidjamespiano
    @davidjamespiano Před rokem +2

    This is hands down the best motivational speech I’ve ever heard from a celebrity. Denzel Washington is one of my favorite actors.

  • @freindlycannuck1591
    @freindlycannuck1591 Před 5 lety +430

    Always enjoyed Denzel Washington as a great actor, but I didn't know he was such a philosopher. The man is awesome!

  • @JRob594
    @JRob594 Před 4 lety +20

    So disrespectful being on your phone while this man is changing lives...great speech Mr Washington very inspiring

  • @michaelmontana4825
    @michaelmontana4825 Před 2 lety +3

    So helpful, Denzel, best speech to graduates I've ever heard! God bless you, brother!

  • @blackapples4744
    @blackapples4744 Před 2 lety +2

    Don’t aspire to make a living….Aspire to make a difference.🍃

  • @albin8727
    @albin8727 Před 5 lety +3223

    Don't be this person who plays on her phone during a Denzel Washington speech 1:28

    • @cnorris7776
      @cnorris7776 Před 5 lety +218

      Her fate is spelled for all to see and a typical example of how a fine education does not necessarily equate to a fine future

    • @dannnguyen1239
      @dannnguyen1239 Před 5 lety +163

      Plot twist she was taking note from what he said

    • @penboyasgod6103
      @penboyasgod6103 Před 5 lety +95

      *Far from it --- not with her body language.*

    • @skeezix8156
      @skeezix8156 Před 5 lety +25

      Albin B World Series, game 7, 9th inning and bases loaded. Look at the front row seats behind home plate, imbeciles on their phones.

    • @JCizzleSoCal
      @JCizzleSoCal Před 5 lety +14

      Dong Nguyen Nice try but no!

  • @robertferguson3342
    @robertferguson3342 Před 3 lety +146

    I think this is the best speech I have heard This needs to be taught in schools

    • @Oo7Hola
      @Oo7Hola Před 3 lety

      Robert Ferguson just take your smart phone to school and listen to it on your lunch time. Problem solved

    • @mcconn746
      @mcconn746 Před 3 lety

      I sent a link to my son and asked him to show it to my grandson...and he is only 12. I also recommended that he ask his school to show it to all their students.

    • @epicmusicvideos400
      @epicmusicvideos400 Před 3 lety

      Robert Ferguson it is

    • @mcconn746
      @mcconn746 Před 3 lety

      @@epicmusicvideos400 I agree. Are you going to suggest they do that?

    • @jewmancomedy
      @jewmancomedy Před 3 lety +2

      God bless you for watch this video
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  • @eileencabral5591
    @eileencabral5591 Před 2 lety

    So much respect for this man! Truly one of the great role models of his generation! Thank you sir! May God Bless you & yours! 🙏

  • @happyandprosperous3188
    @happyandprosperous3188 Před rokem +13

    I learn more from Denzel than anyone preaching from a church pulpit..
    Thank you Denzel for fulfilling your destiny to teach and inspire people using the Word of God in a practical and useful way..
    God bless you and your family ❤️

  • @tj-sr8ot
    @tj-sr8ot Před 5 lety +57

    “Don’t confuse movement with progress” ❤️ -that hit me hard 💯🙌

  • @christinavandemosselaer8395

    We all love Densel Washington!!!! Yes Sir!!!

    • @thomasredmond4138
      @thomasredmond4138 Před 2 lety

      Hi Christina, how are you doing?

    • @golfgood456
      @golfgood456 Před rokem

      Hi baby how are you doing now i hope you are really doing good you are awesome looking at you baby makes happy when I look at your picture it is beyond my imagination that a creature like you really exist like a rose you make the garden so beautiful You are a diamond to any man that have eyes to see goodness of a womanhood Baby am Ben easy going person very understandable Am a civil engineer and a contractor I work at so many places like Asia Europe and Africa I love art craft and I write music I like ideal people when I see your picture am impress I want a good woman that understand what real love is all about who will understand me and perfectly be for me So we can build our world strong enough to care for each other I want you to be mine and I hope to hear from you soonest thanks

    • @DenzelWashington-prvt
      @DenzelWashington-prvt Před rokem

      Hello Christina Van de Mosselaer,
      thanks for your support and respect, How are you and your family doing over there?

  • @scryx48
    @scryx48 Před 2 lety +1

    True courage speaks boldly. Thank you and God for sending you, Mr. ❤

  • @bzb500
    @bzb500 Před 3 lety +311

    Denzel Washington has always been a classy, intelligent minded man. He's an excellent actor. I have admired and respected him for many years. It is well earned.

    • @bzb500
      @bzb500 Před 3 lety +8

      @Daan P I believe all lives are important. God made us all and loves all of his children. He doesn't see any difference and I love my God. I know that's right.

    • @bzb500
      @bzb500 Před 3 lety +2

      @Daan P you're right. I'm a God loving woman not worldly.

    • @bzb500
      @bzb500 Před 3 lety +5

      @Daan P That's what I said all lives matter. The skin is nothing but a cover for the heart and soul. The eyes are to look deep into the mind of a human being.

    • @bzb500
      @bzb500 Před 3 lety +2

      @Daan P I truly believe in prayer and I pray daily on my knees every day for all lives everywhere. It is all we have prayer and hope.

    • @bzb500
      @bzb500 Před 3 lety +2

      @Daan P keep thinking negative and see how far you get. I don't believe in religion. It is man made. I pray for the living the dead the sick and all human beings. Good bye with you. Have a blessed life.

  • @PhunnyMunny
    @PhunnyMunny Před 3 lety +11

    How incredible it is to see someone with the caliber of platform like Denzel speak the truth and wisdom he does. Amazing individual

  • @MotivationtoStudyDaily
    @MotivationtoStudyDaily Před rokem +8

    "We could never learn to be brave and patient if there were only joy in the world."
    - Helen Keller

  • @heavenlywarning
    @heavenlywarning Před rokem +6

    Whatever the challenges you are facing, although those are the toughest ones, I hope you have faith in yourself as well as in your life

  • @elizabethasesor6900
    @elizabethasesor6900 Před 5 lety +75

    I've heard this 3-4 times, and I keep replaying it when I need it. Because it works good

    • @mikejerry7294
      @mikejerry7294 Před 3 lety

      hi hope you are safe how are you doing you looking damsel and i will like to know you more better

    • @thomasredmond4138
      @thomasredmond4138 Před 2 lety

      Hello Elizabeth, how are you doing?

    • @DenzelWashington-prvt
      @DenzelWashington-prvt Před rokem

      Hello Elizabeth Asesor,
      Thanks a lot for your comment, this is my private page here on CZcams that I use in comment back my fans on here, so as to appreciate them for their love and support all these years. So what’s your name and where are you currently chatting from? And for how long have you been supporting me as a fan?

  • @KhanivoreQniba
    @KhanivoreQniba Před 5 lety +1131

    Parents need to say these things to their own kids, often.

    • @lebredazsh4913
      @lebredazsh4913 Před 5 lety +3

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    • @barnesn130
      @barnesn130 Před 5 lety +1

      Sorrybut No lcs

    • @CarringtonPrice
      @CarringtonPrice Před 5 lety +6

      New Thought one of the greatest speeches I ever heard he's an amazing man

    • @tazerussell1206
      @tazerussell1206 Před 5 lety +1

      I swear...

    • @cristianmarcel
      @cristianmarcel Před 5 lety +1

      @Truthfears Guilty nobody should allow someone to tell you how to rise your kids ! Nobody !

  • @roxanemedina2242
    @roxanemedina2242 Před 7 měsíci

    Wow! I got chills just hearing him motivating others. Love his message!

  • @Stringman1950
    @Stringman1950 Před 4 lety +15

    Probably my favorite living actor. Thoughtful, unassuming, grounded. Love me some Denzel.

    • @haneefakunnath287
      @haneefakunnath287 Před 4 lety

      Always win me but money feasts make more trains absolutely win true

  • @loiscarrillo4058
    @loiscarrillo4058 Před 3 lety +80

    People. Listen to him!! Godly man and father. Open your heart.

  • @rickjuarez00
    @rickjuarez00 Před rokem +1

    Denzel is a very wise man. I respect his wisdom and more importantly INTEGRITY.

  • @karynnmackinnon3975
    @karynnmackinnon3975 Před rokem +1

    This is what true leadership looks like! Thank Denzel for setting such a fine example of a man, of a leader, of a compassionate human being. 🙏🙏🙏

  • @yasirtahirkheli74
    @yasirtahirkheli74 Před 5 lety +91

    He is more than an actor.....Great words of wisdom and motivation...Bless him....

  • @abdimajidabdowmaalim7814
    @abdimajidabdowmaalim7814 Před 4 lety +52

    An inspiring person."dreams without goals are just dreams "Denzel Washington

  • @vpdmusic
    @vpdmusic Před rokem +4

    I love Denzel! One of those ancient, divine, wise human souls, that gets the chance to manifest itself into a human.