Fairfield, Iw – Jim Carrey, actor, comedian, and impressionist, gave a commencement speech to the graduating class of Maharish University of Management to inspire then about the life after they graduate and what is in store for them, in the future.
“I am here to plant a seed that will inspire you to move forward in life with enthusiastic hearts and a clear sense of wholeness.” Carrey continues, “The question is, will that seed have a chance to take root, or will I be sued by Monsanto and forced to use their seed, which may not be totally 'Ayurvedic.'”
His passionate words may have been “planted” in the graduates minds since their response was cheerful laughter. The comedian, knew exactly how to get his points across with seriousness and sprinkles of comic relief.
However, Carrey became serious when he began speaking …show more content…
The sheet drops and he finally reveals his painting.
He explained the painting: “This painting is big for a reason. This painting is called “High Visibility.” Everyone is attracted to the light. The party host up in the corner who thinks unconsciousness is bliss and is always offering a drink from the bottles that empty you; Misery, below her, who despises the light — can’t stand when you’re doing well — and wishes you nothing but the worst; The Queen of Diamonds who needs a King to build her house of cards; And the Hollow One, who clings to your leg and begs.”
He continued with inspiring the graduates as he wraps up his speech with what the former students will experience in the real world. He brings up the struggles that they will face and how they should react to such struggles.
“Your job is not to figure out how it’s going to happen for you, but to open the door in your head and when the doors open in real life, just walk through it. Don’t worry if you miss your cue. There will always be another door opening. They keep
“I am here to plant a seed that will inspire you to move forward in life with enthusiastic hearts and a clear sense of wholeness.” Carrey continues, “The question is, will that seed have a chance to take root, or will I be sued by Monsanto and forced to use their seed, which may not be totally 'Ayurvedic.'”
His passionate words may have been “planted” in the graduates minds since their response was cheerful laughter. The comedian, knew exactly how to get his points across with seriousness and sprinkles of comic relief.
However, Carrey became serious when he began speaking …show more content…
The sheet drops and he finally reveals his painting.
He explained the painting: “This painting is big for a reason. This painting is called “High Visibility.” Everyone is attracted to the light. The party host up in the corner who thinks unconsciousness is bliss and is always offering a drink from the bottles that empty you; Misery, below her, who despises the light — can’t stand when you’re doing well — and wishes you nothing but the worst; The Queen of Diamonds who needs a King to build her house of cards; And the Hollow One, who clings to your leg and begs.”
He continued with inspiring the graduates as he wraps up his speech with what the former students will experience in the real world. He brings up the struggles that they will face and how they should react to such struggles.
“Your job is not to figure out how it’s going to happen for you, but to open the door in your head and when the doors open in real life, just walk through it. Don’t worry if you miss your cue. There will always be another door opening. They keep