<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">You need to be at your best when things are going wrong.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">McRaven discusses how important it is to stay calm and focus on the goal when things look bad.</li></ul>

8. Do Your Best Even When Things Look The Worst

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Never give up, even when things get hard. This is the last and most important lesson.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">No matter how impossible your goals may seem, McRaven says that you need to keep going until you reach them.</li></ul>

10. Never, Ever Give Up!

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">It's okay if things don't always go your way. McRaven emphasises the importance of keeping going even when things get hard.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Complaining doesn't help; what matters is being strong.</li></ul>

4. Life Isn't Fair—Keep Going!

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">To be successful, you often have to take chances.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">You must leave your comfort zone if you want to do big things. This is true on the battlefield and in everyday life.</li></ul>

6. Take Risks

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">McRaven highlights the importance of teamwork. It's essential to stay alive during Navy SEAL training.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">To overcome life's problems, you need to be able to depend on and work well with others.</li></ul>

2. You Can't Do It Alone

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Accept that failing is a part of growing.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">McRaven says that SEALs often fail at jobs while training, which makes them stronger and more resilient.</li></ul>

5. Failure Can Make You Stronger

"In the darkest moments, the smallest act of kindness can shine the brightest."

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Don't give up when things get tough.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">In tough scenarios, McRaven shows that real leaders step up by being brave and setting a good example.</li></ul>

7. Step Up When Times Are Tough

"If you can't do the little things right, you will never do the big things right."

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">A very important lesson is how important it is to give other people hope.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">McRaven tells stories about how one small support act can significantly help someone.</li></ul>

9. Give People Hope

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Treat everyone with respect, no matter who they are or what they do.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">McRaven discusses how respecting your friends, teachers, and even your enemies can help you stay loyal and build strong relationships.</li></ul>

3. Treat Everyone With Respect

"Life is a struggle, and the potential for failure is ever-present, but those who live in fear of failure, or hardship, or embarrassment will never achieve their potential."

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">It's also a motivational book for anyone who wants to improve their life.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">The book gives clear advice: start with small steps, help others, and face problems head-on. These lessons can help you do well in life, whether you're a student, a worker, or someone who just wants to make a change.</li></ul>

Make Your Bed Isn't Just a Book Of War Stories

If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed.

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">The book suggests that making your bed every morning is an excellent way to start the day.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Even though it's a small job, it makes you feel good immediately. Over the day, this small win can lead to bigger ones.</li></ul>

1. Start Your Day with a Task Completed

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Your support means the world to me! When you like and comment, it not only motivates me but also tells me that you’re enjoying the content.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Every like and comment encourages me to create even better posts just for you.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Plus, when you engage, you’re helping others discover content they’ll love, too! So, if you find value here, hit that like button and drop a comment. Let’s grow and learn together!</li></ul>

Follow Me for More Inspiring Content ✍️

Unlock life-changing secrets in just one read—see how simple habits can lead to extraordinary results!

Based on a Navy SEAL's inspiring graduation speech, this #1 New York Times bestseller 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

personaldevelopment

Personal Development

mindfulness

Mindfulness

motivationandinspiration

Motivation & Inspiration

habits

Habits

books

Books

Admiral William H. McRaven (U.S. Navy Retired) served with great distinction in the Navy. In his thirty-seven years as a Navy SEAL, he commanded at every level. As a Four-Star Admiral, his final assignment was as Commander of all U.S. Special Operations Forces. He is now Chancellor of the University of Texas System.

ADMIRAL WILLIAM H. MCRAVEN

Similar ideas

Home-prepared meals are a key feature of healthy eating

Schedule journaling time

Hitting the snooze button