MICHELLE OBAMA gave students advice at a Beat the Odds summit but during her speech she appeared to disrespect Queen Elizabeth II.
The former First Lady spoke to 100 university-bound students on Tuesday as part of an annual tradition the began in the White House as part of her Reach Higher initiative.
Obama, 55, told the students not to be intimidated by classmates as she drew from her own experiences.
The Princeton University graduate explained “they’re not smarter than you” as she referenced meeting world leaders.
According to ABC News, Mrs Obama said: “You always think that somebody else knows more than you do. I’ve been at probably every powerful table there is to be at.
“I have been on boards with some of the top CEOs.
“I’ve had dinner with the frickin’ Queen! I’ve been to the summit of world leaders.
“They’re not smarter than you. I’ve met these people.”
Obama went on to caution the students about their mental health as she explained it’s the key to success.
She said: “In order to have good mental health, it’s not just counselling. It’s trying to live a balanced life.
“Whether you’re getting exercise really does matter. Ask yourself am I walking enough? Am I moving around? Am I just sitting in my room in the dark and I’m not getting outside and breathing in fresh air?”
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