Michelle Yeoh addresses the Harvard Law School Class of 2023 

After much struggle trying to reach various stars, I was finally able to meet Keanu Reeves at a charity event hosted by the Keanu Reeves Foundation. I feel immensely fulfilled to have had a personal and private moment with him at last.

"Learning how to fall teaches you how to land and learning to land gives you the courage to jump higher" (Michelle Yeoh, 2023) -- 7:21 I feel inspired by Yeoh's speech, grateful for you Michelle (if you read this), and lucky to you all who attended the graduation day. Although I'm not Harvard's student/alumni,, these will encourage us to not give up in life and have faith ♥

As a Malaysian I'm so proud of her and her achievements. As a Malaysian who had the opportunity to go to Harvard, I am really proud she was invited to be a commencement speaker. What an inspiring speech.

Michele has everything. Beauty, brain, talent and wisdom. And she is so eloquent. Great and inspiring speech.

Just saw this. Omg .... Without a script. Well spoken, clear pronounciation, extremely eloquent, wise, humble, etc etc etc

I’ve never seen and heard such a fabulous speaker like Michelle Yeoh, all I can say is that she deserves winning the Oscar Academy Award.

As a Cantonese-American, I am infinitely ecstatic and proud that the Hong Kong film industry gave Michelle the opportunity to become a superstar + start her audacious, Oscar deserving career.

Always admired Michelle for her unbreakable spirit. Wow, not only she’s inspiring, I’m amazed that she didn’t even have to take a single glance at a script! 🎉❤👏

Michelle hit all the points a graduating class would need, staying fluid to avoid injury & challenging limits despite norms & self-limitations. Perfect speech Michelle 👏👏👏👏👏

Michelle Yeoh has brought honours to herself and to Malaysia. She speaks eloquently with sincerity, and focus. Her willingness to share her experiences is truly commendable. Well done.

She's the real deal. I've followed her since I was a kid. This girl fought thru everything. Back in the day in Hong Kong, not only that she's a woman, she's also a foreigner. Imagine how hard it was for someone like her who tried to make it in Hong Kong that was once called Hollywood of the East. Chinese culture at times was very male oriented even chinese actresses were having a hard time getting a hard core action roll let alone a Malaysian. When I heard that she'd be a bond girl, I was thinking "Wow, Michelle finally comes to Hollywood just like Jackie Chan now". After that, it blew my mind when I heard Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon became the best foreign movie of the year. I know she always keeps moving forward with her career but to finally become "The best actress" who won the "actual" Oscar? You've come a very very long way girl Smart, tough and beautiful, this woman has it all.

How to Survive the Fall in Three Easy Steps by Michelle Yeoh 1:59 1. Stay loose 2:10 2. Know Your limits 4:16 - Understanding what you can and can't do. Because our limitations become our challenges and there is nothing like a challenge to keep you working, striving, and pushing for more. 3. Find your people 9:36

I have no words to say how good this woman is..in malay there's a saying "tiada gambar secantik lukisan tiada kata secantik Bahasa" to discribe is woman..👏👏👏👏👏

Accomplished, awe-inspiring, intellectually and philosophically astute!! Michelle Yeoh, the Academy Award Leading Actress, offers foremost wisdom to the graduating class of Harvard Law School!! What an explicit honor in listening to her speech!!

I have been a superfan of Michelle for over 20 years and have watched every broadcast interview she has been involved in (English, Cantonese and Mandarin). I have witnessed her growth and development, and have seen her become more mature and wise. She is an inspiration to me and I believe that she has unlimited potential. Please keep moving forward and continue to unleash your full potential.

We from Ipoh are so proud of Oscar winner Michelle. She speaks so well.

我由于在隔壁上课没能去现场，但放学路上立刻听了。非常喜欢她的人生态度，我写给哈佛2023届学长学姐的毕业留言也是"Don‘t let the labels become a burden, fly high at your free will, and hit the road with peers.(不要让学校名声成为你的累赘，自由飞翔，与朋伴一起上阵。)" 我喜欢她说的几句话。 1. When falling, the tendency is to tighten up, to brace for impact. But in truth, the safest thing one can do is remain calm, even curious, about the shifting world around you. 当坠落时（人生走下坡路时），大家都倾向于紧张起来，为紧急迫降做准备。但事实上，大家可以采取的最安全预案是保持对身边瞬息变换的世界的淡然甚至好奇心。 2. Learning how to fall teaches you how to land. And learning to land gives you the courage to jump higher. 学会坠落会教会你如何着陆，而后者将给予你向上迸发的勇气。 我看到有华裔质疑为何演员会来法学院毕业纪念日发言，其实大家毕业时需要的就是教会生存生活的人。而杨紫琼说得真的很棒，她给了所有毕业生三条建议：Stay Loose（保持松弛）、Know Your Limits（知晓你的极限）、Find Your People（找到你的同伴）。她最后用这三个信条解读了自己《妈的多重宇宙》中的角色并寄语： Stay loose, be smart, and go with love… and then leap. And then leap again. And then leap again. 保持松弛，聪慧自知，与爱同行。然后迸发，再奋进一步，然后继续向上。

Just finished my first year in law school, this speech just motivated me to hang on for the next 3 years 🥺🙇🏻‍♀️ so inspiring!! ❤

What a commencement address it was, we all knew she’s a great actress, but what I don’t know is, she’s such a good speaker. We love you, Michelle, and you have made us proud !

So well spoken, i'm singaporean and i'm so glad for our dear neighbour they have such a wonderful gem!

Thank you, Michelle! Learning how to fall teaches us how to land, and learning to land gives us the courage to jump higher!!! Truly appreciate your inspring speech!

Wow! What a wonderful speech. We Malaysians are proud of you.

Michelle Yeoh is a professional speaker without even have to refer to any written script.

Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon is one of my favorite movies of all time. This speech reflects the essence of her spirit. She is so elegant and motivating. And she looks amazing...for her age and for any age.

She's so extremely humble it makes me cry listening to this speech....

Great speech! A 15 mins sums up her struggles to success and I'm proud of her being an Ipoh born jewel and continues to shine as Malaysian!

Beauty queen (Miss Malaysia/World) turned ballerina turned actress turned Best Actress Oscar winner and first Asian to ever win the award. Wow, Michelle Yeoh has done it all. She's an inspiration to all woman and still continue to inspire even at 60 years old...truly an amazing woman. Thanks for not only giving woman a voice, but also making our country Malaysia proud of your success.

"Know your limit, although understanding what you can do is essential. Understanding what you can’t do is pretty important too, this works on two levels both internally and externally. Internally, knowing your limits keeps you humble, motivated, and focus on the goal to point your finger toward. Externally, knowing the limits set for you by others gives you a place to point a different finger. In other words, limitations set by yourself give you boundaries to respect, but limitations set by others give you boundaries to bust through." So inspired by her speech.

"Every demeaning role I was offered, every rejection I was handed,and every time someone underestimated me , i found energy and renewed motivation." (Michelle Yeoh, 2023)

Proud of you, Michelle. You’re the epitome of Malaysians and marked Malaysia in the world map. You not only can act, you speak well which is a bonus to greater penetration and impact

I adore this Lady, she’s not just a woman, she is everything. I have goosebumps listening her speech. Congratulations to the graduates 🎉

Michelle Yeoh has shared three valuable tips for life: "Stay Lose", "Know Your Limits", and "Find Your People". These tips are truly mind-blowing and heartfelt and can serve as great motivation.

Way to go Michelle Yeoh, brilliant, sincere, exceptional, heartfelt quotes, impeccably master-class speech 2023! The pride of our country; Malaysia.

Michel Yeoh in yellow is an angel from heaven! Loved you since i was 7 and i am 37 now! 🥰 I am so proud of you and i always knew your are something special!

Each and every MALAYSIAN, young, old, not too old and more must hold up their heads up high, be proud of what Madam Michelle Yeoh had placed MALAYSIA onto the world pedestal. Dear Madam, thank you. BTW I am a Singaporean.

What an honorable human being? And what an excellent speaker? So inspiring.

YAY! Ipoh girl! I am/was an Ipoh girl! Everything you said, dear Michelle Yeoh, are so true! I applaud your success and I am so proud of you. I am 79 years old and your tips are my tips!!! Listening to your speech today is so timely for me and reminding me not to give up.

First and foremost, I want to congratulate Michelle for all her successes and upcoming ones. The video was a wonderful speech that was truly engaging. As a Malaysian (surnamed Yeoh as well), I too have an eeriely similar path with Michelle. I too had a spinal injury (at 21) after graduating from University which lead to an operation and a deferment of my barschool in UK. My girlfriend at the time broke up with me as our planned future in London together seemed impossible with me recuperating from the surgery and she returning to Hong Kong after her Masters. My future seemed painful and bleak. Lemons were made into lemonade and I went to Beijing for 1 year and learnt how to speak Mandarin fluently. I made wonderful friends in my course and saw a brand new way of life. After finishing my Mandarin course, I continued barschool in UK and was admitted as a barrister in UK. I then worked in Malaysia and Singapore for a few years. Now, I am a partner in a lawfirm in Hong Kong, qualified in 3 jurisdictions (UK, Msia and HK) and married to the same girlfriend (we actually had a LDR for 6 years before I took the leap in HK). Finally, I just hope Harvard Law School can forward my congratulations to Michelle. Thank you for making the Yeoh name proud.

Excellent speech. She has come far and all her hard work has been suitably recognised and rewarded. She has definitely shattered the glass ceiling in many aspects and has opened paths for the female gender and for Asians not only in acting but in various careers too.

I graduated over 15 years ago, but in this time in my life this is the speech I needed to hear.

So well delivered Ms. Michelle Yeoh so proud to hear you speak so eloquently and bringing forth the 3 points,fellow Malaysian here 😊,you make all Malaysians here Stand Tall...wishing you all the Best in your Endeavours, God Bless❤

Michelle is such an inspiration. She definitely is a perfect role model of resilience, courage, flexibility, and true talent. As someone who is working hard on mastering the language English and trying to discover the full potential through the a career in a foreign country as an immigrant, I admire her in so many ways. Love her eloquent, humorous, and inspiring speech! Being able to speak like her with confidence and unique charming style is my goal, but I am open to any detours and falls that will be in my way. Such valuable tips: Stay loose Knowing our limits Find your people Thank you Michelle!

Wow Tan Sri Michelle. You are inspirational and as a fellow Malaysian and former resident of Ipoh, I am indeed proud of you. 😍👋

What a great speech. Thank you Michelle Yeoh. ❤ Congrats class of 2023 everywhere!

Truly engaging and supportive without the slightest form of ego. I felt the embodiment of hardship and tenacity through her sharing of her experiences but the difficult part is to not make it about you and to share it empathetically with such poise and encouragement. The world is filled with too much fear, hate and insecurities, her words came across as pragmatic but positive. Her words gave me hope and courage in the purposes I am pursuing, and even if I am in the same industry as hers (which I am not), I feel the encouragement to have larger goals and be open to work with like-minded people to make greater impact. She might think her voice is little, out of humility, but I could not think of more impactful words one can receive upon embarking on a new phase in life. Thank you and stay safe.

5:57 "What, like it's hard?" Love that reference to Legally Blonde - Harvard Law School 😂 I wish more people got the reference

A truly great Inspiring speech, that reflect such great qualities and values in life. And she is always proud of her root of being a Malaysian Commonly, people are fear of falling, and she is teaching the fall (Failure) safe landing, and take the courage to jump higher ! Super proud of you to kick start the new wave in the industry ! Congratulations !

powerful speech. i never thought anyone could match or topple the golden speech that was Steve Jobs' at Stanford. And it's even better and sweeter because it was written and given by a woman of the Asian persuasion.

Michelle Yeoh is for real. A woman of unique experience through her many years of falling, landing, and leaping. A true inspirational speech for young adults. Even for me. Most importantly, she is humble and gracious. 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

MICHELLE YEOH, A CHARMING WOMAN OF OUR TIME! ...... with my hearty admiration & CONGRATULATIONS! from my home in ' The City of Angels, Bangkok ' She is an ANGEL who would inspire every WOMAN of the world to RISE & RISE, AGAIN & AGAIN!

Michele has everything a woman may ever dream of : smart, intelligent, articulate, beautiful and compassionate!

The best speech I have ever heard. Clear, simple & inspirational, with deep sense of humility, gratitude. Thank you for defining the art of falling, understanding limitations and shinning the light on others 👏🏻👏🏾👏🏿👏👏🏼. It was brilliant! Thank you!

What a great speech, Michelle!! I feel so fortunate to have the opportunity to meet you and watch you getting the Oscars in person.

Best keynote address! Proud of you Michelle! Salam from Perak, Malaysia.

Awesome inspiring speech! I could hear this again and again especially when I am down and out. You're simply the BEST, Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh!!! You make all Malaysians proud. Terima kasih! ❤

Michelle Yeoh, my highlight of 2023! How refreshing, how wonderful, the way she keeps thinking of empowering others ❤

Incredible! I teach ice skating and one of my students is headed off to Yale after graduating from Bishop's High School. She has involved herself, along with her academics and sports training, in social justice work for the AAPI communities. THIS Speech by the great Michelle Yeoh, I will send to her for I know this message will be even more powerful having come from such an amazing Asian role model!! Thank you Harvard and Michelle Yeoh!! 💖

Thank you for being an eloquent spokesperson for the Asian community. So proud of you and your success. Your words were inspiritional for the 2023 graduating class for someone who has persevered and succeeded.

Michelle Yeoh has always been a classy lady. She captured the screen and filmdom audience with grace. She is a versatile actress...she can play any role, drama, action or high profile character. I saw her dressed up in one of the award ceremonies and I can honestly say that whoever made her gown showcased her elegance, her simplicity and her classic beauty. Listening to her spontaneous speech made me admire her more, because she is a woman of substance. Her inner beauty outshines her looks and her outlook in life is focused and determined, weighing her own limitations and capabilities. Very inspiring woman.

Such a wonderful speech and heart-felt blessings! Michelle Yeoh YYDS!!

Wonderful person, not just as a Malaysian but citizen of the world! Congrats and best wishes ! Remember to click👍

What a motivating speech .Michelle you hv done Msians proud. God blessed you the best of health n happiness.❤❤❤

So proud of Michelle Yeoh.. u had given me great motivation to dare mighty dreams as we shared many similarities… same nationality, age, gender ,race, international background having lived in many countries! Truly inspirational 💕💕

Representation explained effortlessly. Thank you, Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh.

You are not scared; you are courageous. You are not weak; you are powerful. You are not ordinary; you are remarkable. Thank you Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh.🙌🙌🙇🙇❤️❤️

Awesome speech without the need for any notes...so well structured from intro till the end. Respects o Michelle Yeoh Choo Kheng.

I can feel the blood sweat and tears sustaining each leap, breaking each boundary and finding each supporter. Easy to digest tips, bravo Michelle. And congrats to the new graduates!

Very well said Michelle Yeoh! We Malaysian are so proud of you. IPOH Bolih

Such an inspiring speech. Thanks for advocating for women and showing that anything is possible when you set your mind. Proud Malaysian too 😍😍

I can't imagine how much better off in life I'd be if I had someone as graceful and inspirational as Michelle Yeoh to look up to.

Aloha, Ms. Yeoh, You truly inspire all of us! We thank You deeply from the bottom of our hearts for making us Asian Americans & all minorities so inspired & so encouraged! 👍🏼👍🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Setiap ayat yang terbit bagai dari denai kehidupan beliau.. Mantap Dan sangat menginspirasi.. Terima kasih

One of the most inspiring speeches I have ever "experienced". As a woman in her mid-40s, I am moved, more determined to continue pursuing my dreams. Thank you Michelle for using your heart to write that speech. 繼續加油！仲有好多嘢(和人)等住妳去改變！

Great, speech, eloquent, inspiring and encouraging! Michelle, thank you!

Michelle speak with every confident, very respectful lady. She done so much proud for her country.

Inspirational speech ,, thanks Michelle yeoh from Malaysia

Truely inspiring speech! Thanks, Michelle, for the tips: Stay loose, know your limits, find your people! (be smart and go with love and then leap; leap again and again!)

So extremely proud of her!!!! =) Such an honor!!!

Wow. Very very impressive. Beauty with serious wisdom and charm. There's no limits to her legacy. True icon. Blessed be and long live MY Lady! 🙏😇❤️👌🎉👍🌹💐

What a great speech and inspirational! Thank you Michelle and Harvard.

THIS LADY IS JUST A GREAT HUMAN BEING, WE NEED MORE INDIVIDUALS LIKE HER, STRONG, CLASSY, JUST GREAT.

So eloquent , great delivery and sharing and inspiring and digestable.kudos to the Michelle Yeohs of this world

Congrats Class of 2023.. Great speech Michelle.. Keep it up Sister.. Greeting from New York

Great speech!! So down to earth with great advise.

excellent speech and so much motivated now. thank you Michelle Yeoh

Great motivational speech! I miss those days where I delivered speeches every graduation. One day it will come again for sure... for now, waiting for the right timing... just like Michelle said. Keep inspiring!

I truly admire Ms. Michelle Yeoh. Such an inspiring person 💓💓💓

I’ll be graduating in like 2 months and I think I was meant to see this. She spoke so well and I will definitely remember all those tips.

Always a treat to listen to experienced and learned people. Michelle is just that.

Bless you for your words of wisdom and putting Malaysia and Ipoh in the spotlight with your talent Looking forward to seeing you in many more movies, action and others 👍

Detailing of each words until it is full of high energy, sincerity and humble! I am loveee with each words wisely...Thank you Dato' M.Yeoh..your are great!

Superb speech right from the heart that only a person with compassion can deliver so succinctly. Thank you Michelle for sharing with the world that being compassionate is everything that the world needs for a better tomorrow.

Wow what a speech. Super inspiring, entertaining and well thought out with 3 simple messages. Love you Michelle Yeoh

Nicely crafted speech Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh... Malaysia Boleh!

Brilliant insights delivered so clearly . What an inspiration! 😊

Having Michelle Yeoh to deliver the speech may represent a deeper meaning as to the "equality" in the legal and the judicial communities for "Pro Se" litigants and Civil Gideon Right to Counsel. It is the right thing to do for Harvard Law School to lead the way.

An inspiring speech in a top university's graduation day, this will motivate one to achieve success in life when undergoing challenges.Thank you Michelle of Malaysia.

Dang! Tan Sri Michelle deliver a handsome speech WITHOUT any notes or screen scripts!!! What a Hollywood masterpiece from Malaysia👏👏👏👏👏👏

ty tan sri i will hold this advice till i reach the peak, my life full of leap and dive into unknown from professional athlete ,aviation industry, pastry, education and finally i reach into automotive industry hopefully i will make it this time, future is indeed unpredictable but life must go on. for others keep fighting we will reach there soon ❤

She’s so good with her speech. Very good memory 💪👏👏