I look at this video every year on the opening day of baseball season. I love it!

Lu Allen from Tx, April 1, 2021

if you think you are good you are do not let enyone tell you difrent

mady lindsy from crinsy, November 16, 2020

This is a wonderfully done message. I used to to start a staff meeting with my employees. Thanks for your work.

Roy Siefert from Wellsboro, Pennsylvania , July 1, 2020

If you just believe you can do anything

Jayden, April 16, 2020

Never know when you face with great talent

Kaleah Ash from Mobile, Al, April 15, 2020

that boy never gave up and when he failed he didn't throw a fit and just looked on the bright side.

william ashmore from mkcenny texas, April 15, 2020

Baseball season

Ed R, April 11, 2020

Super!! Sometimes our perspective makes the difference!!! 🤗 Thanks

Tee from Arizona , June 3, 2019

Sometimes our real gifts / talents are right in front of us. We are just too busy looking for something else.

Anonymous, December 17, 2018

I like it. The bottom line is............NEVER GIVE UP!

CRAIG KOPPELMAN from LWJES, October 5, 2018

cute kid

Anonymous, June 28, 2018

Awesome. We need more commercials like this.

Anonymous, June 15, 2018

Awesome, cute, never give up!

Mckenna Rodriguez from Howell, MI, March 13, 2018

So important to see, especially during these difficult times

Anonymous , February 25, 2018

Awesome

Anonymous, February 12, 2018

awesome

Anonymous, February 12, 2018

I am so glad to see this commercial is still being shown, as I just saw it on tv! I just love it!

Joyce Jacobs , February 10, 2018

LOL so cute

Anonymous, January 29, 2018

everyone should be positive and look on the bright side.

Sophia from Diamond Bar ,CA, August 28, 2017

Kenny Rogers wrote this song.

Matthew from North Fort Myers, FL, July 11, 2017

It made my day......

Nadeem from Bahrain, May 25, 2017

Stay determined in any situation!! 'Determination'!!

Sandy from Moundville, March 7, 2017

Love

Sandra Freeman from Moundville, Alabama, March 7, 2017

My favorite message in a long time. We should all look at life in a positive way.

Deborah from Asheville, NC, December 18, 2016

what things can be learned from a child

Larry from Santa Fe, August 26, 2016

Never Give Up ....Keep Looking Up !!!!

Brian from Florida, July 23, 2016

Hal's beautiful grandson and so much hope and promise for the future and life

Kimberly from Garner....., March 12, 2016

I like it!

ERIN from W.V., January 2, 2016

Really inspiring message. TVM values.com

Hector from St_Adelaide Mexico, December 6, 2015

Inspirational and perfect for my presentation to elementary teachers.

Ann from elementary school , November 19, 2015

Inspirational and perfect for my presentation to elementary teachers.

Lori from elementary school (psychologist), November 19, 2015

that is funny

NULL from NULL, February 9, 2015

Motivational

NULL from NULL, October 29, 2014

Just saw this ad from TV that was playing in the background as I finished my last cup of coffee. I stopped me in my tracks! So powerful, that I took time out to look you up on FB, like your page and share the message. Keep up the GREAT work! Sending everyone Blessings.

MustangTrax from Tucson, AZ, September 14, 2014

Just love his face and expressions. Wonderful commercial.

Lynda M. from Sunnyvale, CA, August 22, 2014

I'm inspired by this video.

Vitalis Dexter from Mauritius, July 27, 2014

Canada Day, 2014 - this is STILL my favourite commercial of all time!

Cynthia from Dundas, Ontario, Canada, July 1, 2014

I love the excitement he gives... i need to take a page from his book

Cassandra from Ohio, June 22, 2014

Thanks for this.. I cried out of sadness yesterday because I did not understand computer programming, :) well this Video is a seed of hope to me. Thanks #Optimism

Mabweh from Malaysia, April 23, 2014

My kind of web !!!

Eduardo Palacio from Santa Ana, Ca., April 16, 2014

This spot really grabbed me because the boy looks so much like my precious grandson.

Alfred from Texas, March 31, 2014

There is a whole social network based on favorite words out there: www.FavoriteWords.com (a perfect name) - it's intriguing.

Evie from UK, March 17, 2014

Love the optimism. The Kenny Rogers song has been one of my favorites for years.

Love Country Music from Heartland, March 3, 2014

Watch this please

Gary from Kahala, February 9, 2014

Life is a treasure only if it can be shared.

Richard Rockett from Middlesex, NC, February 3, 2014

There is nothing more inspiring than turning the bad into good. Way to go Values

Papa Gator from Tallahassee, Florida 32311, January 29, 2014

I love the inspiration that is better than any show or commercial on TV.

Wrenn L. Green Sr. from Tallahassee, Florida 32311, January 15, 2014

Cute commercial once again. You guys keep amazing me.

Celeste from Ocala, January 9, 2014

I've watched this at least 30 times and have enjoyed this a little more each time. It lifts my spirits each time

Tom lichtenwalter from Midlothian TX, January 3, 2014

This is a great Kenny Rogers song, though I'm not which came first. Not that I care, I love this video, too!

Jessica Smith from Buena Park, CA, December 15, 2013

I have seen some inspirational sites, and on fb. The runner not giving up, struck home. Thanks! God Bless.

Billy L. from Warner Robins, Ga., October 19, 2013

Hes the cutest kid in the world

teressa hogan from homestead fl, October 14, 2013

Loved this commercial!!!

Laura from Texas , October 9, 2013

Takes me back to when my boys were playing ball. Love this video!!

Janifer from Jax Fl, September 19, 2013

i love this video!

caden from omaha, September 7, 2013

This is the greatest commercial in the world. I love it.

Debbie from Jamestown N.Y.T, September 4, 2013

I love this commercial....how can I pass it on, on Facebook?

bfflores from Florida, September 1, 2013

That is funny

tigger from joppa, August 22, 2013

I really love the game

Uchendu edochie from Anambra state Nigeria, August 14, 2013

i really get the point

tristin from apple vally, August 12, 2013

I LOVE this! My favorite ad of all time!

Allegra from Raleigh, August 11, 2013

Without a doubt...the only tv commercial worth watching. Continues to be my favorite.

Gloria from Godwin, July 30, 2013

This short video will have a plethora of applications, like a good sermon! Depending on what your current life circumstances are, you will draw from this video what is meant for you personally "at that time". Keeping a positive perspective, one should evaluate their outcomes, look to wise counsel for help and guidance, then move toward the option where they will find fulfillment, acheivement and success! Ultimate joy in life will never be found in anything other than whom we are made to be, by the One whom made us.

Randy Sharp from Little Rock, AR, July 25, 2013

Every time I hear my "Words and Melody" sung, played or danced to by Anyone at Anytime for Any reason, in Any event or through Any media purpose to uplift and bring about Joy, Peace, Happiness and Optimism; I thank God for his Grace, Favor... Mercy and Blessings given me to share with the World... Celebrate Good Times C'mon ~ Everyday God grants you the gift of Life & Time. Love Always, Earl Toon Jr ~ Sir Earl Toon ~ Kool and the Gang... Y.M.O. Enterprises LLC Contact: sirearltoon1@gmail.com

Sir Earl Toon from Worldwide, July 24, 2013

When I was just a bit older than that, I was at bat near the end of the last little league playoff game of the season. Joe Carter was my hero at the time for hitting the home run that won the World Series of '93. I wanted to be just like Carter. Lo and behold, I hit my very first ever home run that very game--and it was a grand slam! There were no words to describe how it felt. I can still remember the feeling in my hands from the vibration of the bat; I knew it was gonna be out of the park. Well, no one else on my team had even hit a home run that season, and they got so darn excited they mobbed me at the plate. When I got back up, of all things, the umpire said I hadn't actually tagged the plate. By that time, the dead ball had been thrown back into the park, and the pitcher had it in his glove. He was standing next to the talking umpire. The pitcher and umpire were standing between me and the plate, as I had already begun walking back to the dugout with my ebullient teammates. The umpire said that if I don't tag the plate and the pitcher tags me, I'll be out. I was standing so close to the pitcher that I knew it was no use, and he was blocking the plate. The pitcher tagged me, and the umpire called me out. There was outrage amongst my teammates, as well as the coaches and parents. Even the opposing team said, "Let the kid have the run! It's a dead ball!" and, "Don't take this away from him, it's his first home run!" But the umpire's call prevailed. I thought I made everyone so proud, and my dad didn't get to see many of my games; he was actually at that one. My parents told me that it was still a home run, no matter what anyone says. But I was heartbroken. I sat in the dugout while my team did their best to console me. I gave up that year and never played again. It may very well have been the worst call in baseball, but to this day I wonder what would have happened had I continued on, and where I might be today. I wonder how much it shaped who I am today. I sometimes wonder why I didn't go back the following year, and can't help but feel defeated that I hadn't. People still talk about that game to this day, almost 20 years later, and I'm still the only one that everyone knows--myself included--who had the kind of luck to be called out on a home run.

RB from Canada, July 16, 2013

My 12 year old little boy was being teased at school for being a "nerd," a bookworm and a "computer geek." He told me that he just said to everyone "computer geeks of today grow up to be the Bill Gates of tomorrow." BRAVO FOR OPTIMISM AND CONFICENCE!! This commercial is great showing a child who thinks the best of himself and his talents.

Fawn from Georgia, July 10, 2013

Love this ad!! Greatest ever with the most meaning!!

Martha from Georgia, June 25, 2013

This made me take a look at myself

Timothy from norman, ok, June 5, 2013

best ad ever!

mary ann from bc, June 4, 2013

This commercial made my day! What a great inspirational message.

Norma from Fresno, Ca, June 1, 2013

This is what everyone needs. Less disappointment, more positive and seeing a new path, and the bright side of the situation.

MK from Alaska, May 20, 2013

This is the greatest commercial I have ever seen! Thank you!

Karen from Rossford OH, May 17, 2013

We need more optimism these days.

Andrea from Redmond OR, May 10, 2013

Love this!

Ruth from Tn, May 9, 2013

Tha's a good example of optimism, this child show us his high spirit. I really like it.

Richard from Brasil, May 1, 2013

This little boy looks EXACTLY like my grandson Quentin...He plays baseball too! Love the commercial...

melody from michigan, April 30, 2013

Wow A+

Mike trujillo from Los Angeles california USA, April 26, 2013

Love this!! It is truely a great message!!!

Debbie from Maryland, April 22, 2013

This commercial is such an inspiration right at this moment that is the lowest point in my life. Thanks I needed that.

Tom B from Cumberland RI, April 21, 2013

Wow so funny I wish I was that optimistic.

Max Christensen from Vancouver BC, CAN, April 20, 2013

My boyfriend and I LOVE this commercial. It's so tender and funny all while delivering such a great message! Not only is it a great message for children but for adults too. Now every time I go up to bat in our softball team I yell out "I'm the greatest hitter in the world!!!" :)

Lizeth Medina from Brooklyn, NY, April 15, 2013

I loved this video! It was great and nicely put!

Jewel Banks from Detroit, Michigan, April 12, 2013

This is awesome!! What a great teaching tool for young kids!

Paula from Detroit, April 10, 2013

I've never seen this one before. I loved it. Thanks for warming my heart.

Jill from US, April 6, 2013

A colleague shared his impression of this commercial with me and the message intrigued me enough to look for it. The word used by my colleageu to describe the young man's perspective was "resilience" -- the ability to recover quickly from setbacks, the ability of matter to spring back quickly into shape. Not certain if that was the intention of this message, but it is a quality that we should nurture in every child...it would help them to become much more productive and creative adults.

yolonda from US, March 26, 2013

This is truly the greatest in the world! It reminds me of when I was as a kid. THANK YOU VALUES.COM!!!!!!

ozzy from nc, March 26, 2013

The best I've seen this year. Loving it! Thank you!

fred from ohio, March 26, 2013

This should be shown on screens in the school!

Joanna Wójcik from Czeladź, March 23, 2013

This is awesome it really helped me looked at life as "yes or "yes" another words no matter what life throws at you. You just have to be optimistic, I beleive this attitude simply makes people successful in all they do no matter who they are or the background. After all there is no negativity when you are optimistic. Always positive....love it!

Josue from Las Vegas, NV, March 23, 2013

Why pay a motivational speaker thousands of dollars when you can just run this video once a week?

Warren from Wisconsin, March 20, 2013

Adapt and change, one of the requirements of a leader.

Fernando Aguirre from Charlotte, NC , March 13, 2013

Love this video! Just goes to show how the ability to change one's perspective can have a positive effect both on that person and everyone around them :)

Christina from Chicago, Illinois, February 26, 2013

Just wanted to say this PSA has run on our local Antenna TV outlet alot. It's great. And sometimes it runs in every local outlet on that channel and I think he is the cutest boy for having that wonderful change of attitude. So he's not the greatest hitter, he just decided he'd be the greatest pitcher.

Junior52MI from Muskegon, MI, January 15, 2013

Great!

Fola Iwatuje from Nigeria, December 10, 2012

Wow just wow.

marcous from mckvinnville, November 20, 2012

Yeah, good boy. Failure is the stepping stone to success. in every failure, a challenge to pursue more on our dreams. If not for failure you'll never experience how to be successful.

mariville from manila, October 8, 2012

Play again and again. Optimism is the future.

Sayed Arbi from Indonesia, October 7, 2012

Wow so encouraging, how many times have you tried and never see any success,what is the worst failure you ever had in your life, no matter how bad it ever had been, your way to greatness comes on by the worst that you ever had.

DBMOLTOK from NIGERIA, October 6, 2012

OPTIMISM!!!

Olga Thornton from USA, October 6, 2012

pues claro que si, de una forma u otra la realidad es que si estas convencido de lo que eres, no importa si es bueno o malo,es seguro que seras aquello que estas convencido que eres

jose from mexico, October 6, 2012

Good video.

Andris from Latvia, October 5, 2012

Failure, is not the end of life

Hammah M from Cape Coast,Ghana, October 5, 2012

The best yet. Very good.

Ms.KASIM YILMAZ from TURKEY HEAVEN, October 5, 2012

Life is not only about winning. Some amount of failure adds flavor to life. One will not be winner if failure is unknown. Good boy, you are so sweet.

Boat from Ghana, October 5, 2012

Great Video for inspiration, If the stone is broken by last stroke it doesn't mean 1st stroke was useless success is the name of continues efforts !

Roheel from Pakistan, October 5, 2012

PLEASE SHOW US SOME MORE GOOD VIDEOS

USMAN from PAKISTAN, October 5, 2012

This video is beautiful.

İSMAİL UCAR from turkei-bursa, October 5, 2012

Fabulous in concept and inspirational to all. There is always an alternative to achieve success. All the options are before us...so, never give up trying. I will share this with all my family and friends.

John E. Stratmann from Panama City, Panama, October 5, 2012

É isso ai ..a proxima jogada pode ser o sucesso total esperado, AVANTE !!

Dilson Anjos from Belem -Pa/Brazil, October 5, 2012

It's good and so interesting! It gives me more inspiration to never lose.

shahnawaz from karachi, October 5, 2012

This video gives me hope for the future!

PEPRAH from GH, October 5, 2012

This is good! It is not all about what happens around you but what happens within you. What others think about you is not as important as what you think about yourself. A little more PUSH and you will be there.

Agbenyi from Nigeria, October 5, 2012

Wow this is wonderful and amazing!

Lydia from Nigera, October 5, 2012

Man does not live by bread alone!

Hugo Menezes from Portugal - Lisbon, October 5, 2012

Muy bueno este video.

Jean Francois Nollet from Venezuela, October 5, 2012

I love this commercial. My favorite by far. The boy in it is perfect! It gives me shivers when I see it, and the message it sends to everyone is great. Optimism!!

Martha from Oakville, October 2, 2012

LOL!!! THIS IS AWESOME!!!!

Traci from Tulsa, September 8, 2012

Shows you don't have to be the best but at the least we need to do what we enjoy.

Sonja from Peoria, May 15, 2012

Best video and it made me cry.

KOOLAD from man, April 4, 2012

I'm the greatest public speaker in the world!

Ella from China, March 26, 2012

Inspiring. Thanks for sharing

Godspower Isaac from Nigeria, February 13, 2012

This was a good one! Made me laugh

Ricky from Bakersfield, Ca, January 13, 2012

There is a great Kenny Rogers song that tells this story.

MamaBear from MT, November 21, 2011

Pass on optimism! Always keep a positive attitude! Never give up hope!

Kuczak from Arizona, November 2, 2011

I love this video because this is a funny video to me and this was me at a time and i did become a successful baseball player

Eduardo A from Omaha Nebraska, October 24, 2011

This makes me smile. And remember the song "the baseball song" by Kenny Rogers? (which is pretty simply a song about the same thing).

Crystal from Vancouver, BC, August 12, 2011

Every time I watch this video it gives me a smile on my face and encouragement in my heart.

Arvin from Philippines, August 2, 2011

My personal favorite!

Arlan Berglas from Global, July 27, 2011

Great video!

Nissi from Mexico, July 19, 2011

I saw this for the first time a couple of years ago and it just brought a smile to my face and in my heart. There is a positive side to every situation, you just have to have the eyes to see it.

Daver from Fortville, IN, March 17, 2011

John Samuel This reminds me of your optimism. Love GP

Johnie L from WO"W what optimistic thinking, January 25, 2011

These are so touching. I love watching them; and will share with others.

Lawana P. from Jackson, MI, January 1, 2011

I like it!

james edward edens from mississippi, November 3, 2010

2nd grade team, Let's ALL take something from this video and apply it to our classes this week. Please share, Melissa. Jamie :)

mlestelle@stcharles.k12.la.us from jtreuting@stcharles.k12.la.us, October 24, 2010

Tremendo, muy bonito y muy motivador

Vivian P from Puerto rico, October 9, 2010

I miss "The Greatest" commercial on NBC in the morning at 8:30 Eastern. What is that cute kid doing now???

K8 W from Blairstown, NJ, October 4, 2010

I've been struggling with health issues recently. These videos are so encouraging! They are awesome to lift up the soul! Can't wait to share them.

Terri W. from Conroe, TX, August 23, 2010

I love these videos. I will be sharing them with my students.

AshleyB from Katy, TX, August 14, 2010

Thank you for starting this organization. Thank you for being a good steward. We all need to share what ever it is we are blessed with, large or small.

Trudy B from Florida, August 11, 2010

I love your ads. This is what we should be striving for. "The Greatest" made me think that there is always a positive to be found.

Raquel T. from Texas, July 26, 2010

I failed at a job in construction and at my first attempt at self employment. I believe that my second attempt will succeed. If not, my third attempt will. This video made me cry.

Michael F. from Seattle, April 15, 2010

If ALL of your ads replaced the trashy ads on TV now, what difference it would make!!!!!

June,D from Virginia, April 11, 2010

This taught me to never give up!(no matter how bad I am)KEEP TRYING!

Christina J. from Grayson,GA, March 27, 2010

This is sooo funny. I love how the kid just dosen't give a care in the world and I also love it when he's like, "WOW."

CC from TX, March 23, 2010

I have to let my 11 yr. old triples see this. They all play on the same team! I think it will help them understand not to ever give up!

Diana R. from Canyon Country Ca., March 19, 2010

I can totally relate especially being the only girl on a boy's baseball team. I was the best pitcher but I couldn't hit well at all or anything else. Also none of the boys were very optimistic about me playing until the end!

Ashley W. from California, February 26, 2010

I love this commercial and others I've seen. I finally got around to looking up The Foundation for a Better Life on the Internet. I look forward to your commercials while watching baseball games. They are wonderful. Thanks.

Ann Koziar from Ellwood City, PA, February 23, 2010

What a wonderful world in which we can turn failure into success, like this little boy. Love,Puja

Puja Pandya from Anonymous , February 19, 2010

As a person in recovery from alcohol addiction, this is how I view MY recovery now! It started out as failure until I realized the gift of that loss and the gain of my new life.

Julie C from Lake Stevens, WA, December 10, 2009

I am in the midst of closing a failing small business. This is really inspiring me to try again!

Kyle B from York PA, December 8, 2009

All of your spots are incredibly written, shot and acted. As a producer I know how difficult it is to get just the right tone, mood and message. You guys are fantastic.

Suzanne M from Fayetteville NC, November 1, 2009

One of the best I've seen. I always look forward to your spots at CNN. Thanks for inspiring us!

Kristina Q from Philippines, August 30, 2009

Adorable! This made me laugh out loud. The Greatest, indeed!

Mary Rose M. from Mooresville, NC, August 29, 2009

He reminds me of my Grandson, Ryan, who has gone from my life. He is like seeing a beautiful angel. Thank you.

Mary M. from Stony Point, NY, July 23, 2009

I was shown this clip at "Be the Best You" camp and it really meant a lot to me because its such like a good example.

Riley S. from Gilbert, AZ, July 19, 2009

This was the best commercial I have seen in years! I have passed it along to all my family and friends. Thank you so much for sharing it with us!

Meg B. from Auburn, AL, June 24, 2009

Beyond a doubt, this is the best e-mail I have ever received. What a world this would be if everyone had the ability to turn failure into success. Hats off to you for producing such a wonderfully, creative ad with a positive spin.

Dana G. from Greenwood Village, CO, May 17, 2009

This commercial is a home run! Makes you want to keep on trying no matter what.

Cesar M. from San Antonio, Texas, May 7, 2009

This commercial is very inspiring and totally AWESOME!!!

Yin L. from Ottawa, Ontario, April 1, 2009

I love these Optimistic ads. We all could use this in our lives.

Holly P. from Longmont, Colorado, March 27, 2009

I've only seen two commercials from this site on TV so far, but was simply amazed and impressed! I told a friend who had never seen them in her area, but can do so thanks to this website. Truly outstanding commercials! I just love the Encouragement one.

Annette L. from N.Falls, Canada, March 27, 2009

This is really an inspiring commercial to always remain optimistic!

Michael S. from Denver, CO, March 7, 2009

HaHa! This video is great!!!!

Francisco C. from Scottsdale, AZ, February 25, 2009

What a powerful message! I was moved to think about how this outlook on life could change not only me, but the world around me! Thank you!

Anonymous, February 23, 2009

I loved it! The best inspiring commercial yet for people of all ages!

Miranda G. from Tamuning, Guam, February 19, 2009

Inspiring!

Michael R. from Tustin, CA, February 5, 2009

This made my day.

Jennifer from Chicago, IL, January 28, 2009

Never grow tired of this commercial and finally checked out your site to see the clever people behind it. I was always told that anything negative could be 1/4 turned and made into something positive and this inspires me to do that once again. Thank you!

Heather M. from PE, Canada, January 24, 2009

This was hilarious!! i was looking at all of these for some ideas for a school project and this one was definitely the best!!

John from New York, January 7, 2009

Hands down the best commercial I've ever seen.

Karen D. from Vicenza, Italy, December 31, 2008

I can watch this one over and over and over and never grow tired of it. I've shared it with many people. I love the boy playing the part, his enthusiasm and high self-esteem radiates from the screen!!! It's terrific!!! I love the song chosen, excellent.

Bev M. from Canada, December 28, 2008

I was very inspired by this commercial. I decided to blog about it right away and pass on the optimism in this world :) Thank you!

Sheila S. from Long Beach, CA, November 24, 2008

This video is my favorite so far. I mean, it just reminds me of all the times people have been negative when there's a brighter side to it. I went around school giving high fives the other day saying "Optimism, pass it on." and by the end of the school day, people I didn't know were doing it too. I think optimism is one of the greatest things we could have more of in this world...

Stephanie B. R. from LA, California, October 31, 2008

Thank you for sharing this with the WORLD! So many people might be trying their very best to succeed and might get discouraged with the results they're getting. This is a WONDERFUL reminder to not be discouraged, but think about opportunities for a better way, that there current circumstances bring. THANK YOU from all of us!

Gregory S from Trinidad & Tobago, Caribbean, October 30, 2008

Oh my, funny when you need a teacher they come in all sizes and shapes. Thank you, young one, for being my teacher today when a pint size of optimism is just what this lady needed.

Lady S from Toronto, Canada, October 27, 2008

WOW!!! I just saw this for the first time and sent it to four people to watch! So inspiring and touching!! Amazing!!!

Brenda R from Minneapolis, MN, October 25, 2008

You certainly picked the perfect picture! This young man has the eye of determination and certainly the spirit of victory! At first my heart sank with sympathy for him after the second strike. Instantly, a rush of joy and a burst of laughter emerged empathizing the optimistic moment. Please, please, please, keep these surfacing. It's ammunition to immune our world. It starts with onr step forward-like this one. Thank you!

Jacqueline C from Memphis, TN, October 20, 2008

I love this commercial, it makes me smile whenever I see it.

Emma H from Boston, MA, October 14, 2008

I think this TV spot tells people not to look on the negative side, but to think of ways that make what you do great. Always look on the positive side.

Emily Gr. 6 from Belvidere, IL, October 10, 2008

What more could I possibly say that hasn't already been said by the multitude of the folks above? The world needs more of these! Thank you so much.

Don L from Alberta, Canada, October 8, 2008

Great commercial. Just watching that fine line between defeat and then the moment of realization that all is not lost. Great message...and a really cute kid.

Della M. from Surfside Beach, South Carolina, October 4, 2008

I can't even begin to tell you the powerful conversations my second grade students had over this commercial... Wow!

Linda B from Michigan, October 3, 2008

The best!

Andrew J. Garcia from New York, September 23, 2008

THANK YOU!!! As my two sons ages 7 and 9 stand here with me selecting which video to watch, I am astounded at the beautiful messages in the TV spots. Children are never too young to learn the real lessons in life. I hope to see more of these on TV.

Marcia D from San Antonio, September 18, 2008

I saw this TV spot in my computer class. It was called "the greatest". If only every kid in America could feel that way, that would be awesome!!!

Rachael K. from Belvidere, IL, September 10, 2008

I love this commercial! Every time I hear this come on the lobby TV at work, if I can't get up to watch it, I just sit and listen to it. If only every little kid could feel this way! I love it when his face lights up when he realizes "Wow, I'm the greatest pitcher in the world!" This has to be the best thing on TV! I could watch it all day.

Dianne M. from Tennessee, USA, August 26, 2008

FANTASTIC! I tell all my graduate students in child psychology about it.

Yanon V., Ph.D. from La Jolla, CA, August 20, 2008

Nice adaptation of the Kenny Rogers song.

Steve C from Minot, ND, August 17, 2008

I saw this commercial and immediately told at least 10 people about it. It wasn't until the extended network I shared this story with who actually located it on the web. I LOVE this commercial! I will now be able to send it to so many that I can only hope will get the same enjoyment out of this that I have. Thank you! This is the GREATEST commercial in the world!

CK from Chandler, AZ, August 6, 2008

I just LOVE this commercial, I watch this every morning when I get up! What a great concept—the ending surprised me and put a huge smile on my face! Thank you for this!

Micky P. from Youngstown, Ohio, August 3, 2008

By far, the best commercial I have ever viewed. It brought an instant smile to my face. I passed it on to as many people as I could possibly find in my address book. I love and appreciate this kid's perspective. May we all be blessed to think this way! Thank you for the work you do!

Michelle D. from Ivins, Utah, July 25, 2008

I love the quality of the commercial and it's message is so important. We should all remember that success rarely comes quickly and easily. We need to emulate the little boy and keep our spirits high in the meantime! May we all be at least great pitchers!

Tom M. from Wilmington, NC, July 9, 2008

The commercials send out a good message that more people should be paying attention to - It may help them some day.

Ryan C. from Oshawa, Ontario, July 4, 2008

I passed this on to the head of my sons Leadership and Respect team. Promoting messages like these are exactly what the team is all about!

Wendi B. from Arlington, WA, June 10, 2008

I love it; I bookmarked this ad as my homepage. Truly amazing commercial! It's refreshing to see positive commercials, swimming in the pool of negative conditioned ad market.

Matt B. from Pennington, NJ, June 9, 2008

I saw the TV spot called "The Greatest" on TV, and my family and I laughed about it for 20 minutes. That is the funniest kid EVER, plus he looks almost exactly like my little brother. I really love these commercials.

Cassandrda F from Missouri, June 7, 2008

This commercial really touched me - I just HAD to pass on the optimism to family, friends. If only we all had that attitude :)

Tania H from Mechanicsville, VA, June 6, 2008

I laughed out loud and then I felt inspired to always look at things in a good light. I told my husband I saw a great commercial but refuse to tell him about it because you need to see it to appreciate it.

Amy D. from Dayton, OH, June 6, 2008

I absolutely love this commercial. It puts a smile on my face everytime I see it. We should all see the good in everything we do even if the results aren't what we expected

M Roldan from Beautiful Diva, June 6, 2008

I love this! Makes me smile every time.

Anonymous, June 6, 2008

WOW! This is one of the best motivational video's I have ever seen! WOW! Thank you so very much, keep spreading the word.

John G from Corvallis,OR, June 5, 2008

Paradigm shift! Can somebody load this on YouTube?? LOVED this commercial!

Cyndy P. from Ridgewood, NJ, June 5, 2008

Wow! What a great message!

Jennifer D. from Sugar Hill, GA, June 5, 2008

I absolutely LOVE this commercial!

Erin H. from Seattle, Washington USA, June 5, 2008

This is the best commercial I've ever seen.

Drew G. from Atlanta, Georgia USA, June 5, 2008

We saw this ad on TV last night and my son asked me to rewind it over and over and over!

Zane from Arlington, Washington USA, June 5, 2008

I love this!! The Greatest is the Greatest! Keep spreading the joy!! :)

Anonymous, June 5, 2008

This may be the greatest commercial in the world. Optimism in a nutshell; loved it!

Jan E. from Florida, USA, June 5, 2008

This aired one night when I had really lost my normally upbeat mood. It changed the course of my night and renewed my optimism and brought me joy.

Kathleen H. from Nevada, USA, June 5, 2008

this is the most amazing commercial i have seen in a long time and have seen others comment on how incredible it is too. we would LOVE to embed it on our blogs/websites...would you be able to provide that for us? thanks for such an encouragement.

Kristal V. from West Linn, OR, June 5, 2008

I saw the "The Greatest Pitcher" commercial last night and absolutely loved it! I did a google search today to see if I could find it to pass along or post on my social networking pages. Please upload it to YouTube, or a similar place so we can help spread the word! Keep up the great work!

Susan E. from Erie, PA, June 5, 2008

I needed that!!!!

Mom V. from USA, June 5, 2008

I just saw this spot for the first time and think it is FANTASTIC!! I am sharing the link with my family and friends. What a great message -- thank you for this!

Heather D. from Washington State, June 5, 2008

I saw this on the TV and it hit home! What a powerful message. I spent the next several hours watching all of your videos! Thank you.

Bill Y. from Lake Elsinore, California, June 4, 2008

My new favorite commercial. Wow! It's absolutely adorable.

Alyssa B. from Huntington Beach, June 4, 2008

THIS is a fabulous commercial! Children and adults alike can not help but be carried along by the message!

Merri S. from Las Vegas, NV, June 4, 2008

I just wanted to add to my previous comment that I saw this commercial on the Fox Sports Network Dodger Baseball telecast.

Kyle R. from Las Vegas, June 4, 2008

Great video! What a day brightener! :-)

Kyle R. from Las Vegas, June 4, 2008

This commercial was truly the best one i have ever seen!! It gets across the message of optimism so well and surprises you at the end with the kids reaction!!! great work!

Lindsey A. from Atlanta, GA, June 4, 2008

The Greatest commercial made me laugh on a day I really needed a pick me up.

Jennifer H. from Texas, June 4, 2008

The best yet. Please keep on...

Alain C. from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, June 4, 2008

This commercial put a smile on my face. Thank you!

Bryan E. from Erlanger, KY, June 4, 2008

Yes, turn it around, turn it all around because you are the greatest just being you, my son loved this one!!!

C. Mari from Prince George, BC, June 4, 2008

I saw a portion of your "THE GREATEST" on TxCN and searched for you as I was able to backup my TV to get your website. I am past President of the oldest Optimist Club in Texas, Houston's Downtown Optimist Club. This club has been around for over 90 years and still does some interesting things...but we have no comparison to the past. Boy's & Girl's Harbor, which houses close to 100 displaced children, was started by one of members when he died by his willing us his beach house. We appreciate what you do.

Robert D from Jersey Village, Texas, June 3, 2008