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Make Your Bed

Small things that can change your life...and maybe the world

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Make Your Bed

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

*** THE INCREDIBLE No. 1 New York Times BESTSELLER ***

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 you 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 readers to achieve more even in life's darkest moments.


'Superb, smart, succinct' Forbes

'A book to inspire your children and grandchildren to become everything they can' The Wall Street Journal

Personal Development Personal Success Spirituality Inspiring Thought-Provoking Heartfelt Leadership Military

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Critic reviews

This is ideal for anyone - learn from his basic lessons and change yourself - and the world, for the better
A book to inspire your children and grandchildren to become everything that they can.
Superb, smart and succinct
All stars
Most relevant
I’m a final year college student and I am beginning to form the habits that will last me the the rest of my life (good and bad).
I try to listen to this book every second month or so, to focus myself up and ensure that I get the most from my life, outstanding book.

A Guide

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Would you consider the audio edition of Make Your Bed to be better than the print version?

Any book narrated by the author will have an extra "something" compared to the printed version and this book is no different.

What did you like best about this story?

The short chapters make this an easy book to "dip into".

What about Admiral William H. McRaven’s performance did you like?

The Admiral isn't a trained actor or performer but this adds to the authenticity and enhances his genuine respect for those who have guided and influenced his life.

Any additional comments?

I would like to think one day the Admiral will write a more extensive autobiography and share an insider's view of the World we now live in and it's recent history.

A guide for life

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it was well contextualised and put things in perspective. could.relate.to the lessons learnt and inherent in the military manner.

good information that simplify life and thoughts.

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If your looking for some simple navy seal do this don’t do that guidance it does what it says on the tin.
I finished it feeling like I listened to someone’s story but not pivoted to move forward myself.
A nice voice to listen to & an amazingly accomplished man& for that I’m glad I gave it my time

Decent easy listen

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I loved listening to this gem. Thank You so much for sharing your wisdom with the world. I couldn't stop listening all day long.

excellent and inspiring.

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