I want to skip the flattery and the attaboys. I love what Im doing. And by the end of the shoot those 3 lines had turned into over 3 weeks work and it was Woodersons 70 Chevelle we went to get Aerosmith tickets in. Bad ass. She even presses my jeans. Who was I was another. Now, some of you already have a job lined up, youve got a path where todays job is going to become tomorrows career. It was just weird, overall. Wrestling with the loss of anonymity, I was guilt ridden for sins of my past, I had a lot of regret. Life is not easy. I was no longer in a rush to get anywhere. You know what Im talking about? 253 quotes from Matthew McConaughey: 'We all step in shit from time to time. I dont think so.. Again, it just happened, and it happens everyday , NOTHING we homosapien earthlings do is unbelievableone thing you can depend on people beingis people. Because I do know this. And we realize that the moment just got bigger than us. Matthew McConaughey: (43:45) 1992, I got my first job as an actor. The house. Matthew McConaughey: (08:00) Forgot the punch line to a joke in front of 4,000 graduating students at the University of Houston commencement. My other brother, Pat, was in high school in the early 80s. Thank you for having me. What are crumbs? What I NEED to say Hopefully, well both be happy on both accounts And as the saying goes, take what you like, leave the rest. I gotta take the tally. Frank Reich and the Bills come back to win 41-38 in overtime for one of the greatest comebacks in NFL history. A few hours later, I awoke on this thirteenth morning to a rising sun. The film I was on was Boys on the Side and we were shooting in Tucson, Arizona. Unbelievable? Its not a choice, not a response to some result, it is a constant. They are yours to steal, to share, to liken to your own lives, and to personally apply in your OWN lives, in your own way, should you choose to. If we can do that, then we have what I believe is Heaven on Earth. I thought about what you might NEED. A couple weeks ago, I interviewed one rumored contender for Texas Governor, Beto O'Rourke. Well, instead of denying those fears, declare them. I was embracing only what was in front of my eyes and giving everything that justice that it deserved. Usually when were depressed. No ticket, no voucher, no free pass go to anything. Matthew McConaughey: (11:59) Translated on-screen subtitles for videos. These are the choices Im talking about. Today? So please think of these as signposts, approaches paradigms, that give some science to satisfaction. Number seven. Am I in the red or in the black with each of them? Im talking about the YOU versus YOU obligations. What was reality and what was bullshit? June 7, 2022. Thank you. It s not a choice, not a response to some . Give yourself a break. No, were in process, the APPROACH IS THE DESTINATION and we are NEVER finished. We give thanks for these things and that gratitude, reciprocates, creating more to be thankful for. I asked myself. McConaughey, the youngest of three sons born to an oil pipeline supplier and a teacher, was raised in Longview, Texas. In a mere 2 quarters defensive coordinator Jim Eddy went from being called DC OF THE YEAR and the man first in line to be a HC next year to a man without a job in the NFL. The most accurate AI-powered transcription on the market. Traveling towards immortal finish lines, we write our own book. Joy is the feeling that we have from doing what we are fashioned to do, no matter the outcome. Teachers, mentors, the government and laws, they all give us guidelines for which to navigate this life. Matthew McConaughey: (40:56) It was Wooderson since 1970 Chevelle that we went to go get Aerosmith tickets in. Traveling towards immortal finish lines. If happiness is what youre after, then you are going to be let down frequently and be unhappy much of your time. This is the world that we live in. These are the crumbs. Get a weekly digest of the weeks most important transcripts in your inbox. It was electric, glowing and vibrant, hovering just off the surface, as if it was plugged in to some neon power plant. Add English on-screen subtitles for videos. Stupid word. Theyre a check-out so I can check-in with me. It means you have more knowledge in a specific subject, vocation. We tense up, we have this outer body experience where we are literally seeing our self in the third person. From that morning on, the adventure was awesome. Think of these as signposts, approaches, paradigms, that give some science to satisfaction. Its not a good enough reason to do some. Matthew McConaughey: (16:57) Well, those people, those places, those things, stop giving them your time and energy. Am I in the red or Im in the black? I know who I am. You heard my dad played football here and I believe he even graduated from here. Defining ourselves by what we are NOT is the first step that leads us to really KNOWING WHO WE ARE. Theres no way around it. He needed a college degree. And there are not enough cops in the entire world to police themIts on YOU. Im not worried about the monkeys. Now, I dont obsess on the unfavorable aspect of their review, but I do see what I can learn from it. Its just as important where we are not as it is where we are. 229K229K. And, that is what student needs to learn and understand before coming to the real world after leaving the academic institution. Personally, as an actor, I started enjoying my work and literally being happier when I stopped trying to make the daily labor a means to a certain endI need this film to be a box office success, I need my performance to be acknowledged, I need the respect of my peers. Well, a few years ago, Im watching this film again. Matthew McConaughey: (00:01) Don't try to make it that way. September 4, 2016 8:48 pm ET. And this was a time when a high school GED got you a job, and the college degree was exemplary. Bo Jackson ran over the goal line, through the end zone and up the tunnelthe greatest snipers and marksmen in the world dont aim at the target, they aim on the other side of it. You ever felt that way? Tastes so good going down but makes us feel like crap the next week when we feel lethargic and keep putting on weight? Im not saying be in denial of your failures. Before his appearance in the. 13 min read Actor Matthew McConaughey delivered an emotional address at the White House where he shared details about the schoolaged victims of the Uvalde shooting. Its hard. He's a professor at the University of Texas in his hometown of Austin, where he also serves up 'Minister of Culture' duties for the UT Athletic Department and the Austin FC Soccer . Ever felt that way. My face was everywhere. What I have never heard him described as is an inspirational speaker or a spiritual teacher. Matthew McConaughey announced that he will not run for Texas governor on November 28, 2021. Matthew McConaughey: (37:57) So whether its prepping the coffee, make it the night before, so all you got to do is press the button in the morning. In FILM AND TV 2 Tags MATTHEW MCCONAUGHEY, ACTOR, BEST ACTOR, OSCARS, FIRST BUYERS CLUB, ACADEMY AWARDS, TRANSCRIPT. His acting prowess, his uncanny good looks, his charming Texas drawl. Now, at this time in his life, Larry was in the prime of this country music career. Look, were going to make mistakes. Do it because you want to. In a mere two quarters, defensive coordinator, Jim Eddy went from being called the defensive coordinator of the year and the man first in line to be a head coach next year, to a man without a job in the NFL. Transcribe Your Own Content Try Rev and save time transcribing, captioning, and subtitling. We dont always grasp it, hear it, access it. !meaning you are light in Spanish. And it was then for the first time that I noticed it. So first, we have to define success for ourselves. How about the other side of unbelievable? To be spiritually sound? These are not the lowered insurance rates for a good driving record. We cant rush this part, it takes time. Did I want to stand up here at a podium and read you your rights? And I say if happiness is what youre after, then youre going to be let down frequently and youre going to be unhappy much of your time. A blue ribbon, a statue, a score, a great idea, the love of our life, a euphoric bliss. An if-then, cause and effect, quid pro quo standard that we cannot sustain because we immediately raise it every time we attain it. This Matthew McConaughey Speech on Happiness just Blew me Away. Life is not a popularity contest. Its not fair, it never was, it isnt now, it wont ever be. Matthew McConaughey gave a hilariously over-the-top speech to Texas football. Easily integrate Rev using our robust APIs to start building your product quickly. Read the full transcript right here on Rev.com. It is in constant approach. The Oilers lost that game, they beat themselves. We shouldnt create these restrictions on ourselves. Well, instead of denying these fears, declare them, say them out loud, admit them, give them the credit they deserve. Matthew McConaughey: (05:11) A roof is a man-made thing. We obsess on them. I was nervous before I got here to speak tonight. While Matthew McConaughey is an amazing actor a lot of people don't really realize just how truly inspirational he is as himself, overall. So if we get that far, weve received it, we personalize it and weve internalized it. University of Houston 2015 Commencement Speech. Hell, I try to scare myself at least once a day. Number 11. The maid. So, Ive got a friend over one Friday night and were having a good time and Im telling her about how happy I am with my set up . On January 7, 2016 Matthew McConaughey gave a classic motivational speech at the University of Houston. "The people who are really good at what they do do simple things really, really well.". Now, personally as an actor, I started enjoying my work and literally being more happy when I stopped trying to make the daily labor a means to a certain end. We realize that the moment just got bigger than us. The crumbs Im talking about are the choice we make that make us have to look over our shoulder in the future. There's no magic trick.". Because were not looking at the clock. Theyre adventures and theyre a purge, a cleanse for me. 1:04. Giving thanks for that which we do have, for what is working, appreciating the simple things we sometimes take for granted. Wooderson shouldnt have been there. Ask yourself how it works for you. Become a freelancer and work on your own terms. BUT IT ISNT. They come in the form of regret, guilt and remorse. Say your obstacle is fear of rejection. Turn that page. The sooner that we become less impressed with our life, with our accomplishments, with our career, with whatever that prospect is in front of us, the sooner we become less impressed and more involved with that and these things, the sooner we get a whole lot better at doing it. Inspirational speech by Matthew McConaughey at the 86th Oscars in 2014 | Best Actor for his performance in Dallas Buyers Club Transcript: There's a few things, about three things to my count that I need each day. Dont get all macho and act like theyre no big deal, and dont get paralyzed by denying they exist and therefore abandoning your need to overcome them. So do this. The house came with a maid. Your browser is out of date. You graduated. Money. See, JOY is always in process, under constructionits in the constant approach, alive and well in the DOING of what we are fashioned to do and enJOYing doing it. Andrew Joseph. My anxieties were eased. Lets get that straight. I was lonely, disgusted with my company, mine. McConaughey says he defines himself by five things: fatherhood, being a good husband, health, career and friendships. So be brave, have courage. Overcome our fears. Guilt and regret kills many a man before their time. And I say thats okay. Do yourself a favor. You are not. "Action may not always bring happiness; but there is no happiness without action." ~ Benjamin Disraeli. Well, for me, its a measurement of five things. Matthew McConaughey: (36:00) Its a get rich quick on the internet, 15 minutes of fame world we live in. If you like your jeans pressed. I kind of looked up at her, my jaw caught hanging open. Dont leave crumbs and the beauty of delayed gratification. 13. "If happiness is what you're after, then you are going to be let down frequently and be unhappy much of your time. I had a bounce in my step, new energy. And my anxieties were greatly eased. Matthew McConaughey And Wife Camila Alves Arrive Home In Time For The Oscars. Return on Investment. Its really simple and it works. And yes, most things are more rewarding when you break a sweat to get em. Do not fall into the trap, the entitlement trap of feeling like youre a victim. It was not a voucher. We can see the beautiful world around us. In fact, 13 has been a pretty lucky number for me and I want to tell you how. And since we are the architects of our own lives, lets study the habits, the practices, the routines that we have that lead to and feed our success, our joy, our honest pain, our laughter, our earn tears. Matthew McConaughey: (44:34) Dolby Theater, Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA [AUTHENTICITY CERTIFIED: Text version below transcribed directly from audio] Thank you. I need my performance to be acknowledged. THESE ARE CRUMBS! "If I don't keep. I think it was 150 grand. We give thanks for these things and that gratitude reciprocates, creating more to be thankful for. Its something else. Matthew McConaughey gave this commencement speech at the University of Houston 0 seconds of 2 minutes,. First, I believe weve got to put ourselves in the place to receive the truth. Matthew McConaughey: (19:06) Im talking about the you versus you obligations. Because we arent thinking of the finish line. It tastes sweet today but it will give you cavities tomorrow. Should never come out of our mouths. So what a crumbs? Why? Speech-to-Text API for pre-recorded audio, powered by the worlds leading speech recognition engine. While he hasn't announced a bid yet, the . He had picked up a habit snortin the white stuff somewhere along the line and at one particular party after a bathroom break, Larry went confidently up to his mentor Daryl and he started telling Coach a story. Well, I think the truth is all around us all the time. Joy is not a choice. Don't try to make it that way. Number 13. 2023 TIME USA, LLC. It tastes sweet but you will get cavities tomorrow. on 2014 Academy Awards Release Date. Matthew McConaughey - Acceptance Speech - Oscars 2014. Acknowledge acts of greatness as real, and do NOT be naive about mankinds capacity for evil nor be in denial of our own shortcomings. Matthew McConaughey: (21:43) Matthew McConaughey: (16:11) You customize your future. And I noticed two scenes that I really shouldnt have been in. Well, architecture is a verb as well. BE BRAVE, HAVE COURAGE. This video is private Watch on Matthew McConaughey revealed a private side of his life during his acceptance speech for Best Actor at the 2014 Academy Awards, fervently thanking God for his achievements. And if you got one, you had a pretty good chance of getting the kind of job that you wanted after you graduated. You want to ask her out but you fear she may say no. You want to ask for that promotion but youre scared your boss will think youre overstepping your bounds. Lets admit it. Life's not easy. It's great to. Or maybe youve had that feeling of Oh my God, life cant get any better, do I deserve this?. Matthew McConaughey: (34:57) Nothing that we Homo sapien earthlings do is unbelievable. But what IS happiness? Matthew McConaughey is known for many things. Guess which column was empty? Joy, though, is something else. Who was I? I need the respect of my peers. Get some R.O.IRETURN ON INVESTMENTYour investment. See, Joy is always in process. You ever get in a rut? I like to see whether or not Im in the debit section or the credit section with each one. Transcript and discussion of Matthew McConaughey Motivational Speech Transcript from Happy Scribe's Favorites podcast. Larry confessed. And thats OK, because hey, thats how it is, this is the reality you facethe world we live inAnd while Im not here to discourage you or in any way belittle your accomplishments of which we celebrate tonightI am here to talk brass tacks, to skip the flattery and the attaboys because I DO know this. Especially, the maid. Stuck on the merry-go-round of a bad habit? I was naked. The Oilers were up 28-3 at half time, 35-3 early in the third. Wrestling with the loss of my anonymity, guilt ridden for sins of my past, full of regret. Ive had quite a few written by the more talented critics. My friend she smiles at me happy that Im excited over this. I mean, put them down. Teachers, mentors, the government and laws all give us guidelines to navigate life, rules to abide by in the name of accountability. Ahead of his speech on Tuesday, the. Top Models TV. In 1992, I got my first job as an actor. I got rid of my lucky and faithful American cat. Number two. To make it an active part of who we are and live it. Get over it and get on with it. Its the news, without the news. Well, it was the night of the twelfth day of my 21-day trip. Come on. Matthew McConaughey: (11:05) Also, we should be grateful for the eyes. We received it, we personalized it, we internalized it. Hopefully, were both going to be happy on both accounts. How it applies to you personally. Actor Matthew McConaughey delivered an emotional address at the White House where he shared details about the schoolaged victims of the Uvalde shooting massacre. And they disallow you from creating a customized future in which you do not have to look over your shoulder. Its a heck of a deal. Make your content more accessible to people with disabilities. I discarded my lucky and faithful American cap, stripped off my talismans from adventures past. You all remember that? McConaughey delivered a passionate 20-minute speech, after meeting with President Joe Biden, at the podium of the White House press briefing room while wearing a black suit with a Texas pin. Matthew McConaughey Leaves The Audience SPEECHLESS | One of the Best Motivational Speeches Ever MotivationHub 2.88M subscribers Subscribe 63K 3.8M views 1 year ago Matthew McConaughey,. I never thought about not liking that starched line down the front of my jeans because Ive never had a maid iron my jeans before. 3:11. Well, by the end of the shoot, by the end of the film, those three lines and turned into over three weeks worth, and it was mine. You see, I crossed a truth that morning. Number four. Life is not easy. Using his star power and eloquent speechwriting and delivery skills to advocate for societal change is not new for McConaughey. Sometimes we do not like what we see. Time slowed down. Three lines, three days work, in a film called Dazed and Confused. I mean, Id subscribe to the belief that were all destined to have to do the thing we fear the most anyway. Its never done me wrong 13. As much because he felt so disrespectful to Coach Royal, and as much because hed obviously gotten too comfortable with the drug to even hide as well as he should. Knowing who we are is hard. These are your personal Jiminy Cricket, and there are not enough cops in the entire world to police them. They gossip too much, or theyre kind of shady, and they really arent gonna be there for you in a pinch? So, Im going to talk to you about some things Ive learned along my journeymost from experience, some I heard in passing, many Im still practicing, but ALL of them, true. Its on you. Got to have the courage to act on it. So this director of that film, Richard Linklater, he kept inviting me back to set each night, putting me in more scenes which led to more lines, all of which I happily said yes to. And towards the end of an hour, Larry who was in tears, he asked coach, he said, Coach, what do you think I should do? Coach, being a man of few words just looked at him and calmly said, Larry, I have never had any trouble turning the page in the book of my life. Larry got sober that day, and hes been sober for the last 40 years. 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