Chatting Books Online Day 61.
Since in any normal year this would have been graduation time it is only fitting that today’s book actually started life as a commencement speech . Make Your Bed by Admiral William H. McRaven is the inspirational book version of the commencement speech he gave to graduates of The University of Texas at Austin in May of 2014. Someone recorded that speech and it went viral getting more than 10 million views . The speech, and the book, lay out a plan for success in life based on the 10 principles taught in Navy Seal training . It begins by suggesting you start every day by making your bed. It instills a little bit of pride in the accomplishment which will encourage you to do more , which will in turn give more pride and more encouragement to accomplish even more - and so on . The book expands on the original talk by including stories and examples from Admiral McRaven’s life and training . A truly inspirational book and gift .
This small hardcover ( Physical Info: 0.69" H x 7.25" L x 5.25" W (0.5 lbs) 144 pages) sells for $20 per copy .
