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Make Your Bed

Written by: Admiral William H. McRaven
Narrated by: Admiral William H. McRaven
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Publisher's Summary

Penguin presents the unabridged downloadable audiobook edition of Make Your Bed, written and read by William H. McRaven.

The incredible number one New York Times best seller.

Make your bed to change the world....

'What starts here changes the world' was the university slogan that inspired William H. McRaven to take charge of the small things that could change his life...and even the world. Here McRaven shares the 10 life-changing principles he learned during his 37 years as a Navy SEAL. These 10 philosophies helped him to overcome challenges not only in his career but also throughout his life. What's more anyone can use these basic lessons to change themselves, and the world, for the better....

Begin each day with a simple task, help one another through life, respect everyone, know that your life won't be fair and that you will fail often, take risks, step up when times are tough, face down the bullies, lift up the downtrodden and never, ever give up.

Do these things, and we will live in a far better world than the one before it....

Told with great humility and optimism, this timeless book provides simple and universal wisdom, practical advice and words of encouragement that will inspire listeners to achieve more even in life's darkest moments.

©2017 William H. McRaven (P)2017 Penguin Audio

What the critics say

"Superb, smart, succinct." ( Forbes)
"A book to inspire your children and grandchildren to become everything they can." ( The Wall Street Journal)

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By Far One Of The Best Books 📖

This is my 3rd or fourth time listing the audio version but I also own a hard copy as well. Great respect for Admiral for this book and the lessons that he shared with us.

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The best jogging runs starts here

Some profound and easy to digest insights. Freedom starts with discipline and this book is a superb example of it

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McRaven for President

Consider it in 2020 Bill. The US and its future need you, now more than ever.

God Bless.

Ara

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Life lessons worth sharing

One of the best books I've read. Short and simple. Valuable lessons worth learning and sharing with others to maybe change the world.

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  • Peter
  • 2020-05-17

overall great content

inspirational stuff. wish it went longer especially the stories about seal training and combat, but guess that's what his other books are for..

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  • Amazon Customer
  • 2019-10-29

Great life lessons

Make your bed is filled with 10 life lessons that are memorable and universal for any situation we find ourselves.

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  • Anonymous User
  • 2023-09-04

Motivational

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* Make your bed first thing in the morning, that’s your first win. “…and, if by chance you have a miserable day, you will come home to a bed that is made—that you made”
* If you cannot do little things right, you can’t do big things right.
* Never back down from the sharks/bullies. This could be people against you, your own fears, tough times,fight until you WIN.
* Don’t be afraid of the circus- learn how to do better from embarrassing moments.
* Do not give up when facing adversity, beyond the struggle there’s a rainbow.
* Overcome fear by action

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  • Amazon Kunde
  • 2023-02-17

Excellent

I heard it first time 5 years ago. But I do listen to it again and again.

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  • James Fisher
  • 2023-02-03

Inspirational

Good lessons from an exceptional individual. A quick and important read for everyone. Real meaning for anyone who has has had military training and inspirational lessons for all.

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  • Anonymous User
  • 2022-12-12

Great book

Inspiring book the touches on everyday life rule that can improve your life and make you a better person

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  • Elvira Scarlat
  • 2022-05-12

a summary of life's biggest pains

The life of the author is filled with impressive events and the narrative shows the strength of character he needed to overcome each of them. i didn't feel motivated by the book though. each chapter described an even greater drama than the previous, up to the point where I could not listen anymore to the last couple of chapters. While you develop as a reader sympathy for the author, I wonder if it is meant as a autobiography or as a motivational book. In my opinion, the book does not motivate, it rather showcases the tragedy of life.

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  • Amazon Customer
  • 2022-03-10

Good life lessons

Interesting how much Navy Seal training teaches you about life. The Admiral is very admirable.

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  • Fernando Cavia
  • 2022-02-01

he repeat many times the same histoy

after the first hour, I was able to repeat the histories of the book, he repeats the same all through the book.

Definitely, I don't recommend this one,, however, the positive thing is that I´m making my bed every day.

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  • Shandell Petit
  • 2021-05-14

Excepcional 🙌

Este es un libro para darte humildad, confianza y valor en los momentos que más lo necesitas. Contiene grandes lecciones de vida.

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