In 2005, Steve Jobs delivered an iconic commencement speech at Stanford University that continues to inspire millions across generations. With his words of wisdom, the visionary entrepreneur shared a powerful message about life, purpose, failure, and courage. Even years later, educators revisit his speech as the lessons they carried are still deeply relevant.
Steve Jobs’ iconic speech:
“When I was 17, I read a quote that went something like, ‘If you live each day as if it was your last, someday you’ll most certainly be right.’ It made an impression on me, and since then, for the past 33 years, I’ve looked in the mirror every morning and asked myself, If today were the last day of my life, would I want to do what I am about to do today? And whenever the answer has been no for too many days in a row, I know I need to change something. Remembering that I’ll be dead soon is the most important tool I’ve ever encountered to help me make the big choices in life. Because almost everything, all external expectations, all pride, all fear of embarrassment or failure, these things just fall away in the face of death, leaving only what is truly important. Remembering that you are going to die is the best way I know to avoid the trap of thinking you have something to lose. You are already naked. There is no reason not to follow your heart.”
While children may not fully understand the complexities of these words, yet the hidden lesson his powerful message can teach hidden values. Here are 7 meaningful lessons parents can teach kids from Steve Jobs’ inspirational speech:
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