When some people talk, everyone else can’t help but sit back and listen. Rick Rigsby is one of those people.
Many a commencement speech has made America laugh, cry, reflect and introspect—but few have left a mark on our generation quite like this man’s 10-minute dose of pure wisdom delivered at California State University Maritime Academy.
Though Dr. Rigsby may boast four degrees in higher education, it is the wisdom of a third-grade dropout—his father—that he points to in his powerful speech that has now amassed over 120 million views since it was posted to Facebook earlier this month.
Though he lacked formal schooling, Rigsby’s hard-working dad never let that get in the way of his education, as wisely coined by the great Mark Twain. This third-grade dropout taught his son how to combine wisdom, knowledge and his faith in God in order to make a lasting impact—and having done all, to stand (@8:05).
Watch this renowned author, public speaker and character coach deliver a matchless commencement speech that is sure to make you laugh AND make you cry, but most importantly—change your life for the better.
