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Make Your Bed

Little Things That Can Change Your Life...And Maybe the World

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Make Your Bed

By: William H. McRaven
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A companion to the #1 New York Times bestselling book, Make Your Bed: A Daily Journal is perfect for anyone looking to change their lives ... and maybe the world.

Admiral William H. McRaven's now-famous call to action has taken the world by storm, inspiring millions with his humility and optimism, wit and candor to do and achieve more.

Now, readers can draw from the powerful lessons of Make Your Bed and incorporate them into their lives with this beautiful and practical daily journal.

Featuring quotes, lessons, and art from the original runaway bestseller, Make Your Bed: A Daily Journal is the perfect gift for those looking to document not only their day-to-day lives, but all the little ways in which they can—and do—change the world. Personal Success Veteran Creators Inspiring Personal Development Self-Esteem Funny Military Leadership Career Change

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"Should be read by every leader in America... [MAKE YOUR BED] is a book to inspire your children and grandchildren to become everything that they can. It is a book to discuss with your executive leadership team as a spur to meeting shared goals. Most of all, it is a book that will leave you with tears in your eyes."—Wall Street Journal
"Full of captivating personal anecdotes from inside the national security vault...McRaven's lessons, like his commencement speech, extend far beyond his bed-making. He devotes the 10-chapter book to lessons about moving beyond failure, standing up to bullies and giving others hope."—Washington Post
"McRaven...has taken the genesis of what he learned during SEAL training and his nearly four decades in Navy Special Operations into a thin, powerful book."—USA Today
"Exquisitely simple...superb, smart, and succinct ideas."—Forbes

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What made the experience of listening to Make Your Bed the most enjoyable?

If you aren't feeling goose bumps or that internal fire doesn't light... re listen till it does because it will.

Short but effective

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My husband and I listened to this book together. We are both veterans but you don’t have to be military affiliated to appreciate and understand how little things, even in these situations, go a long way. Be kind.

Very inspirational

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A strong successful retired gentleman recommended this book to me. I found every word to be viable and pertinent to living a life of meaning. The advice will make your life better and and the life of others better. It would be great for graduates of all ages, great for every phase of your life...as a reminder of what matters while you're here on this earth.
Thank you Wayne for this inspirational recommendation and also for being the kind of person that continues to pursue a better life.

A must read for everyone… advice that will make the world a better place

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The book provides great and inspiring life lessons.
It is worth reading and rereading.
well worth the time

A must read

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Great content and inspirational, but if you are unsure on whether to purchase or not may be worth it to just listen to his speech at UT before buying this book. Does not go into too much deeper detail.

Will definitely recommend.

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