Admiral William H. McRaven has been in the Navy for 37 years and in 2014 made a speech about the ten life-changing principles that he learned during those years. The video of his speech went viral reaching ten million views and now his inspiring book, Make Your Bed, has taken the US by storm.
He spoke about how these ten essential lessons helped him overcome challenges during his naval career and throughout his life; he explained how anyone can use these basic lessons to change themselves and the world, for the better.
Told with great humility and optimism, this timeless book provides simple and universal wisdom, practical advice and words of encouragement that will inspire readers to achieve more, even in life's darkest moments.
Key Lessons from Make Your Bed:
Start with Small Wins: Completing a simple task, like making your bed, builds momentum and sets a positive tone for the day.
Embrace Teamwork: Success often comes from collaboration; you need others to navigate life’s challenges.
Build Resilience through Adversity: Life’s hardships teach resilience; embrace failures as opportunities to grow stronger.
Focus on the Basics: Mastering small, foundational tasks paves the way for handling larger, complex responsibilities.
Persevere Despite Challenges: Determination and the refusal to quit are key to overcoming obstacles and achieving your goals.
Be Willing to Take Risks: Courage and the ability to step into the unknown are essential for personal and professional growth.
Find Strength in the Unfairness of Life: Recognize that life isn’t always fair, and use that understanding to develop grit and determination.
Hope and Optimism are Essential: Maintaining hope, even in dire situations, can keep you motivated and focused on your goals.
Learn from Mistakes Without Blaming Yourself: Accept setbacks as part of the process, and keep striving without self-pity.
Lead with Purpose: Align your actions with a higher purpose, inspiring yourself and those around you to make a difference.
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