Admiral McRaven addresses the University of Texas at Austin Class of 2014
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Remarks by Naval Adm. William H. McRaven, B.J. '77, ninth commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, Texas Exes Life Member, and Distinguished Alumnus.
Admiral McRaven offered advice for changing the world from his 36 years of experience as a Navy SEAL: Ask for help when you need it, respect everyone, persevere through failures and, perhaps surprisingly, make your bed every day. Thanks for the sage words, Admiral. Hook 'em Horns!
University-Wide Commencement, The University of Texas at Austin, May 17, 2014. For more about the 131st Commencement at UT Austin, visit www.utexas.edu/know/2014/05/19...
Footage courtesy of the Longhorn Network.
What a speech. I just made the bed and I'm in a hotel!!!
lol
if you stay in the hotel no need to make bed ... But in your house you must to do
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I am blown away..... ' fake potus ' should bury his head in the sand like an ostrich ' in shame, if a shred of integrity exists in him !!! Revealing Team 5 is a replica of treason...Wow only a lotus does dat, not a real potus !!! If the GOP can't stand up after this disastrous leak, God help the children of the US !! Salute Admiral McRaven one hell of a speech, hope he can stand up to the WH since GOP speakers have not and will not !!
Well am baout to go to bed and after hearing this speech I made my bed.
1:01 He didn’t think he could make a memorable speech: little did he know that it would be hailed as one of the greatest motivational speeches of the modern era.
The great dictator by Charles Chaplin
I listen to this every morning. When I feel like a sugar cookie , I just think of this. I can’t stop listening to this. To the 2014 class at UT Man you were blessed to have sat through this. Hookem horns.
Of all time!
@@PortCharlotteAlex I was one of the graduates in the crowd that night, but was so drunk that I only remember the fireworks at the end (maybe because I took a video & watched the next day) - I had no idea the value that this speech would end up holding & how impactful it was
Devil horns at the end of his speech. FK him he is in league with the devil.
If you're watching this, you're probably more awesome than you think ❤
I needed this. Thanks
"probably"
So true.
Awww thanks!
knowing that the man is absolutely inspirational
2014, 2019, 2024...no matter what year or when one discovers this video, these words will always resonate. Thank you Admiral McRaven
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Amazing speech. This is the caliber of person we need leading our country. I would vote for him as President in a heartbeat.
+Matt Dragovits I was thinking the same thing. I need some inspiration right now.. and the current bunch on both sides just don't have it.
I don't live in the USA but I'd have no problem with him leading the free world - whatever party he represented. Why don't common sense people like this get the backing to run for office?From what I know Wesley Clark and Al Haig were the last ex-military men to run for President and they didn't get very far.Instead you get draft dodgers like George Dubbya and the laughable trump.
But you are the one that is choosing who to vote for based off of one 20 minute speech. I think that this is the real problem
Adm. Raven would be a great president I believe. Let Trump or Clinton speak 20 minutes. You will hear the difference. They would not even come close to the message McRaven has.
You are so ease to be convinced.
1. Start each day with a task completed.(Making beds 4:43) 2. Find someone to help you through life. (Row together 6:14) 3. Respect everyone.(The Munchkins 7:28) 4. Know that life is not fair. ("Sugar Cookie" 8:38) 5. You will fail often. (The circus 10:04) 6. Take some risks. (New record, head first 11:30) 7. Face down the bullies. (Sharks 12:52) 8. Step up when the times are toughest. (The dark keel 14:02) 9. Lift up the downtrodden. (Song of hope 15:38) 10. Never ever give up. (Don't ring that bell 17:50)
Thank you.
What a lucky class of 2014!!
@bojan desmaels Some folks wouldn't understand the analogies. Just cause you can, doesn't mean the rest of the folks on this planet will.
Thank you, Jon. Helpful.
@@sarahkubagenda9864 Jon took the time to summarize the 10 key points, anyone who criticizes his efforts, only underscores the difference between those who have The determination to be the best and brightest vs. those who should never lead....or comment. We need leaders who embody these lessons once again.
I found this speech in 2016. I still revisit it sometimes to remind myself that when things get tough, my opportunities to change my situation are closer than ever.
I discovered this in 2019 and I come back to this video for the exact same reason.
he wrote a book called make a bed
this is the greatest admiral i have ever known. Know him. Love him.
30 years later i know his way is true.
be better than you think you are. be a man better than you think you are.
I never tire of listening to this speech.👍👍
I am alive for one more day because I found this beautiful speech 2 weeks ago. I had a bad accident 10 months ago and did not think I would even be able to get out of bed much less make it. Today I got out of bed and tomorrow I will drag my painful body out of bed again because if for even 1 day tell my gazillion doctors and physical, speech, neurologists that I don't want to i will have dishonored the incredibly hard work they have done to keep me alive. Bless you admiral. Thank you for swimming under water for 2 miles in the dark to complete a mission that kept me safe enough to be able to complain about crawling out of bed today to relearn how to tie my shoes and brush my teeth on my own.
I surprised that this doesn’t have more likes.
Thank YOU for this inspiring comment!
Sending you Love and Blessings today and always!🙏💖
[Thread bypass]: I hope this comment finds you faring much better than the one it replies to. For more inspiration, may I recommend the movie "Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story."
My friend - salute you too !
As I was watching this he seemed familiar. Checking his biography I discovered why he was familiar. We graduated and were commissioned as Naval Officers at UT Austin in May 1977. We spent 4 years as Navy ROTC classmates. Strange that after 43 years my memory recognized the older face and not the name.
Sorry I'm not familiar with the U.S officer schooling system, but does this mean that you spent an additional four years in Navy ROTC after graduating from UT Austin? I thought you go to Officer Candidate School if you've graduated college and become an officer in that way. Btw how does the selection work for the SEAL officers? Can you apply for SEAL training right after ROTC or OCD or do you have to have a few years of experience as an officer before applying?
@@mohunter68 ??
@@mohunter68 The hook'em horns hand sign goes back to the 50's you vapid twit. It is not Satanic, it symbolizes the horns of the Texas longhorn, the mascot and team name at UT. Moron. It has had many uses over centuries, including ASL, a gesture to expel demons, and to signal that someone is a cuckold.
You are one of the persons he has changed. May his lesson treat you well. And may you continue to change lives as well. Truly inspiring.
It's been noted that humans take in visual data better. Which makes sense because when we're born, people spend a lot of time up close to your face and since your language isn't there yet, then that's all you have to go on.
I suffer from extreme pain and as a result severe depression at my absolute lowest I listen to this speech and feel better this has saved my life so many times
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@@sebastianjadotwhat a sad life you must live
thanks your probally someone whoo got rejected from the army for being too fat@@brettfloyd4291
@@sebastianjadot no, I was incompetent. Jokes on you
A friend of mine sent this to me six years ago during a deep depression I had during law school. This video inspired me then and it still inspires me today.
Inspiration, is what it means. when i was at the end of my rope. UNITED STATES NAVY.
The Bible says 30 show yourself approved and always respect our leaders
I am not a Navy SEAL. Just an old Marine grunt. All I have to say is Semper Fidelis. This man is beyond words
well your still great so i love you anyway, i'll beat you in pool but it ok
OO-FUCKIN-RAH
Im a grunt too i say hooray for boobay
The mud tastes the same no matter which uniform you wear while you crawl through it. Semper Fi brother, and have yourself a fine Navy day!
@@root1657ooh f****** Raw!👍🇺🇸🇺🇸
Who's here......2020🙂
I'am :-)
Your mom
Fuck off attention seeking idiot.
I was here in 2016 as well
my fucking wife doesn't make the bed. Neither does my fucking girlfriend
2023 here. I still visit to listen to this impressive speech and it's new every time. Thank you Admiral!
To anyone who reads this, I see you and I know you'll make it. Don't give up. I'm rooting for you :)
I was considering ending it all, but seeing your comment made me start to rethink. Maybe there are more people out there who believe in me like you do. You might have just saved my life. Thank you
😢thank you, always have ti come back to these motivational videos becuase I ain't got no1 telling me some things
Nothing like a pandemic to bring you back to important lessons like these.
yes sir
It certainly does
Check out his commencement speech at MIT 2020, it's here.
@@ga8065 ill have to check out the MIT speech!! I showed the Texas speech to my daughter about a month ago and it made a big impression on her.
You all don't know shit..
Am facing depression and his words give me my everyday strength
ian k you can do it!
Check out videos from Sadguru
Stay strong 💪
Your not alone but at least you had the courage to tell the internet
You had the guts to say this on the net. You're a very brave and courageous man! Stay strong!
This is the best motivational speech ever.
i have met many admirals in my life. This Admiral is a man of extreme honor.
I just went to ten people’s homes and made their beds.
Good for you.
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Unfortunately it was the middle of the night and they were in them at the time
Did you break into those ten people's houses?
RoBoVader no, I knocked on their door, politely asked to enter and make their beds for them. They obliged and my good deed for the day is complete. The end.
Who is watching this in 2019 and still get inspired? Wow what aspeech
Who cares what year it is. Its I inspirational and if your asking that question like every other person on KZhead these days then maybe you need to SERIOUSLY listen again. Dont follow the sheep,be the Sheppard 💯😉
Frank Frank me. I love this speach.
I just did
Frank Frank me in watching
Hold on a minute. Got to make my bed first!
Such a great speech. If you are reading this, keep being amazing. A small step forward is still a step in the right direction. 💯✅✅
Absolutely incredible! This man is one that I will forever look up to. I cry during this entire speech EVERY time. And ever since I first heard it 2 years ago, yes I start each day by making my bed. There is no doubt that Admiral Mcraven has changed the world for the better. Thank you
Amen. you know what it means to be a true warrior. GOD BLESS you.
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I'd give him a vote anytime.
The Admiral said more in 20 minutes than many could say in 2 hours. Reminds me of the instructions my first pastor, Bruce Vanoer, gave me I first started public speaking, "Be Brief, Be Interesting, Sit Down". Those who take the time to digest the Admiral's words will find a treasure trove of wisdom and instruction. Well said!
Don Phillips...concur !! The great Admiral said more in 20 minutes then someone has said anything of substance in TWO YEARS
Don Phillips , Don Phillips , sure really. Then explain to me why he gave the HORN sign of Satan?
@@pauljohn6546 He graduated back in 1977 with the degree in journalism. I guess he was pretty much into some heavy metal bands those days. Like Judas Priest and their album 'Sin after Sin' which was released exactly that year.
I concur. He definitely provided some great jewels.
that's because you're a stupid idiot.
seals of the future learn from this man who was so inspirational to me a lowly navy man.
I love popping back every so often to re-listen to this speech. Just when I lose motivation I remember "always stand up to the sharks." Thank-you Admiral.
I've listened to this speech several times over the years and it is hands down the best that I have ever heard. Full of good life advice. Congratulations Admiral.
Because youre stupid :D
i have served with many admirals . the best admiral i have ever known. this man inspires us.
Will this fame bring glory to Vietnam and America??
brings tears to my eyes.
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Inspirational message, whether you're in the armed forces or not. Words to live by.
James Burstedt , dude really. Read a 📚 book...
Devil horns at the end. This MFKR is in league with the Devil.
which part of the speech motivated you? the part where he made his bed?
AMEN BEAUTIFUL SOUL 🇨🇦🌎🕊🖖❤
Are you still inspired, I am .
One of the greatest motivational speeches of all time.
This is hands down one of the greatest speeches given, of all time.
I'm speechless.... He should speak to every high School student.... He's a true inspiration
Tess Westbrook , sure. Maybe he needs to make your bed.
@@pauljohn6546 AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH
Get a life
I've got a life..... You? Doubt it.... if all you do is attack others opinions
One of the best speeches ever.
Brilliant! I cried during this. It brought me back to the past.
Super speech. Thank you beyond words Admiral!
I'm just a Navy vet with 4 years to my credit. That man is is a leader. We need him now.
I lost count of how many times I’ve watched this speech. So inspiring
I am hearing this speech very often and never getting tired. The best speech ever!!
The experiences he shared of his seal training were truly inspiring. Such a great speech!
I think one of the reasons this resonates is he is able to relate this to real world. He also explains it really well. Also I feel like a "sugar cookie" quite often.
this man is greater than i. a true seal. i would follow this man to hell, and ask for more.
Awesome Speech. Makes you feel like you can do whatever you want.. if you are willing to put in the work.
Big H , really? Get a job.
People like this make me proud to be apart the Navy alumni! This community has my respect and my gratitude for what you do!
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I've seen this multiple times, every time I see it I always watch.
This is one of the greatest motivational speeches that I've ever heard in my life it's not one-sided and it reminds me of the simple task of everyday thank you Admiral
I’ve watched this video 6 or 7 times and it still is INSPIRING!
HOOYAH Admiral McRaven! Inspired the life's of millions with one speech
Really? Didn’t even inspired my dog...
@@pauljohn6546 you're probably one of the quitters.
@@pauljohn6546 Don’t care
I am sick in hospital and so impressed by this man!! This Canadian cares about you all Americans and North American!🇨🇦❤️
This is one of my all time favorite videos on the entire internet. The thought of this video helped get me through boot camp for the Navy. If I can be half of the Sailor that this Admiral is… then I will consider my naval career a resounding success.
"If you wanna change the world start by making your bed."
All of the points made in his speech were golden tips to live life to its fullest. His speech was a golden tip for all, not only for the members of the Navy but for everyone. Reminds me of a teacher I had in high school. Very inspiring!
amen, the greatest admiral i have ever known, i have known, many.
I watched this back then. And it just keeps getting better
I love this the world needs more people like this in it. Talk about a memorable speech wow!
I salute you Sir. One of the best speech ever. Such a power packed and encouraging words, full of wisdom. I stumbled on this speech by chance and I am happy I did because this is the kind of kick I need right now
I remember my dad telling me the same thing. Make your bed before doing anything else after you wake up. Years after he died, I teach that small piece of wisdom to my own son. Thanks dad, and thanks admiral, you remind people that simple wisdom is still important in today's complicated world
I go back to listen to this speech over and over. It is important to know our purpose on this planet
Such an inspirational person. Could listen to him for hours. Thankyou.
One of the best speeches ever. I now have the ten lessons hanging on my office wall. Thanks Adm McRaven!
I truly envy US citizens for having such great individuals inspiring their every day giving them hope in the darkest hour to prevail, respect!
One of the best speakers I've ever heard 😊
My Chief RDC played a section of his speech while I was in basic back in December 2018. This is and will always be a powerful speech.
6 years after this class graduated and this speech was given, I somehow made my way to this video. I'm so glad I did. I really hope that some of that class took his words to heart because they are world changing lessons.
Yes they are too the proud the few the Marines are the most beautiful people who don't have any worries they stand in the obstacles and then get through them effectively efficiency and integrity and nothing can stop them for they are the most determined resilient and can be there at a moment notice to help you with any problems you face equipt with everything they need is inside them
the greatest admiral i have ever heard of. i have followed adrmarls many times.
HE changed me after i had retired from the military. HE made me a better man.
I absolutely love this speech! He is definitely someone to admire and respect! Thank you sir for your service and THANK YOU SIR FOR NEVER RINGING THE BELL! 👍
amen, sir. did my 20 years.
Wonderful speech been listening to it since years whenever I feel low
Appreciate wisdom from such sage personal. Salute sir.
Absolutely great speech & Leader too. Impressed about his statements, very helpful hints to educate your personality and to guide/motivate your TEAM!
It's when one of the best speeches I have ever listen to. The admiral practically mentioned what you need to do if you want to succeed in life. I have a lot of respect to admiral McRaven and to every Seal through this great leader. Countless time I listen to his speech enjoying each and every word of his speech. Thank you admiral McRaven you gave your listeners a road map for Success in Life.
I have followed this man ever since I can remember! Absolutely perfectly put sir! 👏🏻👍🏻❤️
*Wow! One of the greatest speeches of all times. Rest in Peace genius*
One of the best speeches I have ever heard. Great great message!!
I saw this a few years ago and am watching it again, this is my favorite speech❤️
Me too
Helena Rosno , NOT mine. But oh well, maybe read a book 📚...
Wow. How could one not follow this man? Commands respect instantaneously
Probably one of the greatest motivational speeches ever. Thanks so much Admiral McRaven. FLY NAVY!!!
such an amazing speech he has no clue how much he made an impact on my life i wish more people saw it
well, people have responded. the greatest admiral i have ever met.
This speech has helped me through some of my darkest hours, thanks Bill!
Really? Read a book. He’s nothing more than a liar in a suit, and you get impressed by that. Whoooa they seen you coming from a mile away..
paul john why are you insulting someone for looking up to someone who inspired them?
paul john and you’re nothing more than a troll !
Troy Stryker , okay, G I Joe. Another brainwashed person. U.S is an evil country. Allowing gay marriages, in debt ect ect...
Thank you.
The Admiral’s commencement speech is very moving !!! Yes, I make my bed each day, with pride !!! JG
chaque fois que j'ai un coup de mou je reviens ici pour réécouter ce discours, toujours aussi motivant
This speech completely turned my life around when I first saw it 6 years ago. I watched this clip at least 50 times for several days. I focused my life and accomplished modest success that provides for me and family and dogs thanks to this man. I remember first time KZhead recommended this to me and thinking, what am I doing with my life. I have changed, youtube has changed - as in only recommending stupid shit nowadays. But thank you Dear Admiral, your words reshaped my existence living in a third world country of few (legal) opportunities. You have changed my world for better or worse, at the moment certainly for the better.
Amen friend. God Bless you 😁❤🇨🇦🌍🕊🌎
military is for yes men losers
UNITED STATES REMAINS!!! god bless america.
Live. Thrive. Honor. Respect. You’ll all do fine.
This is one of the greatest motivational speeches I have ever heard. Any discerning youth starting out life, and indeed anyone who wants to succeed in life, needs to listen to and dissect this speech and go out into the world and start performing "MIRACLES"!!!
This is why I'm the best motivational speaking I've ever listened to once a month and sometimes I listen to it more than once it's the best speech I've ever heard when I'm feeling down feeling bad and I feel like I'm going to fail and listen to this speech and it makes me feel better and it makes me accomplish what I have to do no matter what it is from the littlest to biggest. Thank you.
This guy needs to run for president
I watched the Seal training video, and it was really tough, some guys passed out during the course, some guys rang the bell. But at the end of the training, it's worth every sing minute of the whole team who remained strong spirit and commitment .
ONLY the BEST finish!!
This speech will motivate you. PERIOD ! LISTEN TO IT EVERYDAY.
Occasionally men with great words pass by. Once in a long while a great man with great words of grit n sense come by. This is one heck of a life serving delivery. Bless you admiral mcraven.🤗
The most enlightening, profoundly important address I've heard, by a personal hero and absolute class act. Bravo Zulu! Admiral sir. Hooya!
I play this speech EVERY DAY for inspiration and motivation to face my day!
Hi Gina how are you doing
Hello gina
Gentlemen, hats off to this man. Incredible speech. Admiral McRaven , God bless you for what you're doing for your country.
I still listen to this often as I am now
Being in the 30s, lost most of my friends, compatibility issues with family, no job, no money, got a family to raise brings me to a spot where I started long back. This video is truly an inspiration to me. Before watching this video I was feeling depressed being an Indian in Australia trying my best in these hard times to survive but guess what now I feel even more motivated. Soldiers, no matter which country they belong are the true heroes of our life. Salute to you sir for a wonderful speech. God bless India, America, whole world :)
Its been 8 years since you posted this comment!.....How is life going now Ravi bhai (brother)?.......I hope you did great!
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All my love BEAUTIFUL SOUL 🇨🇦🌍❤🖖🕊
On the other hand it encourages people to work like a slave all their lives and to think it acceptable to lose everything and then die at the end of life - in a state of war. We are conditioned to think that war is a natural and intelligent state of being that only the fight is worth it but the worth depends upon the end not the intrinsic struggle. The same lie resides in the axiom 'adversity is the mother of invention' but the truth is that nothing is invented within adversity because adversity precludes it. Inventions occurs in peace time even in the midst of conflict. Peace is often achieved by isolation. The fear generated by the need for defence turns into justification for perpetual attack so that civilisation becomes determined by war. The origin of divine right to rule might actually be determined by reason not might. Primitive fear divides people and is used to divide and rule, which is ultimately self-defeating.
thats cause you are a loser
If I were a high school guidance counselor, I would make every student listen to this before their senior year. There is so much common sense it is an education in less than 20 minutes.
Your words really moved me here in Canada! Thank you Sir!!🇨🇦❤️
One of the greatest motivational speeches of all time, I listened to it once every week.
What an amazing speech, the type of leader the world needs today more than ever!
Dont mistake speakers for leaders.
it isent a mistake
This is one of my all time favorite speeches, this man is an incredible speaker. wish he could speak at my commencement ceremony.
Thank you🙏 Admiral McGaven. Thank you 🙏 University of Texas.
Amen! These are certainly words to live by. I listen to it from time to time.
Still one of the best commencement speeches EVER. 💪🙌🤘❤️🇺🇸
I couldn’t agree more about him being an important person of the highest caliber. From the first time I heard this I’ve listened to it a minimum of once per day, sometimes 3-4. It is truly inspirational. I’m not military but my dad was retired Army. It takes everyone to raise a family, change a city, county, state and national laws, ordinances, etc. Anyone can be a leader changing the negativity, anger and discrimination so prevalent in the world. We can do it by pulling together. Do what you can and never, ever quit!!!
HONOR, COURAGE, COMMITMENT. these the callsigns of a true warrior.
sorry, i just did my 20 years in many ships throughout the world .
Amazing breathtaking top ten speeches ever
I love this guy! I heard his speech 2 years ago and it motivated me to crack my way into the IIT’s! AIR < 100, General category!!!
Damn, brooooooooooooo.......