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Make Your Bed

Written by: Admiral William H. McRaven
Narrated by: Admiral William H. McRaven
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Based on a Navy SEAL's inspiring graduation speech, this number-one New York Times best seller of powerful life lessons "should be read by every leader in America" (Wall Street Journal).

If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed. On May 17, 2014, Admiral William H. McRaven addressed the graduating class of the University of Texas at Austin on their Commencement day. Taking inspiration from the university's slogan, "What starts here changes the world," he shared the ten principles he learned during Navy Seal training that helped him overcome challenges not only in his training and long Naval career, but also throughout his life; and he explained how anyone can use these basic lessons to change themselves - and the world - for the better.

Admiral McRaven's original speech went viral with over 10 million views. Building on the core tenets laid out in his speech, McRaven now recounts tales from his own life and from those of people he encountered during his military service who dealt with hardship and made tough decisions with determination, compassion, honor, and courage. Told with great humility and optimism, this timeless book provides simple wisdom, practical advice, and words of encouragement that will inspire readers to achieve more, even in life's darkest moments.

"Powerful." (USA Today)

"Full of captivating personal anecdotes from inside the national security vault." (Washington Post)

"Superb, smart, and succinct." (Forbes)

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

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The advice and the way the author has written and narrated his book has simply changed the way I look at life. I wish I was there at Texas when he was giving this speech.

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Fantastic Book and Narration

I loved this book. Great narration and highly recommended to buy. It's a gamechanger. it will inspire you and will help you on your path to living a better life.

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Great lessons based on a life in service.

Short and to the point. The author does a great job presenting his life's work and how you can apply the lessons he's learned to your personal life.

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Motivating..... could have been better....

It's motivating, could have been better without Saddam mention, which points to an agenda which can be avoided while talking to a global listener....

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Short and Simple

The books had some good takeaway, but felt somewhat simple and shorter than expected.

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Quick and painless.

This was the first audiobook I have ever heard.
I enjoyed it very much, I will recommend to others.

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The best pep talk you could ask for

A brief, to the point, bold, and completely inspiring pep talk! Enjoyed every minute of this book.

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Well Read by the Admiral / Author good statement therapy

Powerful, So Many Life Examples and Lessons. Glad Is was Presented and Delivered by the Actual Author. Purchasing more of his books and gifting to Friends & Family.

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Great Stories and Themes

This author has combined his experience with the American military with fundamental life lessons that connects with the audience.

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Simple and Powerful

Simple rules to live by everyday and backed up by his life experiences of Navy Seal Training. Easy listen and my 3 teenagers are listening to it now.

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