Admiral McRaven addresses the University of Texas at Austin Class of 2014

  Рет қаралды 6,507,649

The University of Texas at Austin

The University of Texas at Austin

10 жыл бұрын

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.

Пікірлер: 3 100
@markshealy614
@markshealy614 8 жыл бұрын
What a speech. I just made the bed and I'm in a hotel!!!
@paydemango9095
@paydemango9095 5 жыл бұрын
lol
@thammanoonkamfunt5470
@thammanoonkamfunt5470 5 жыл бұрын
if you stay in the hotel no need to make bed ... But in your house you must to do
@deweyhang3016
@deweyhang3016 5 жыл бұрын
😂
@harrysher7329
@harrysher7329 5 жыл бұрын
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 !!
@kingmeldon994
@kingmeldon994 5 жыл бұрын
Well am baout to go to bed and after hearing this speech I made my bed.
@tungusbadungusdepardeux4757
@tungusbadungusdepardeux4757 4 жыл бұрын
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.
@edendqo
@edendqo 3 жыл бұрын
The great dictator by Charles Chaplin
@PortCharlotteAlex
@PortCharlotteAlex 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@illuminate8217
@illuminate8217 2 жыл бұрын
Of all time!
@applejuice4046
@applejuice4046 2 жыл бұрын
@@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
@mohunter68
@mohunter68 2 жыл бұрын
Devil horns at the end of his speech. FK him he is in league with the devil.
@parkjoe1
@parkjoe1 7 ай бұрын
2014, 2019, 2024...no matter what year or when one discovers this video, these words will always resonate. Thank you Admiral McRaven
@dochudson7284
@dochudson7284 Жыл бұрын
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.
@kimapoindexter5335
@kimapoindexter5335 Жыл бұрын
I discovered this in 2019 and I come back to this video for the exact same reason.
@defenstration
@defenstration Жыл бұрын
he wrote a book called make a bed
@leonardnordenstrom1463
@leonardnordenstrom1463 9 ай бұрын
this is the greatest admiral i have ever known. Know him. Love him.
@leonardnordenstrom1463
@leonardnordenstrom1463 9 ай бұрын
30 years later i know his way is true.
@leonardnordenstrom6239
@leonardnordenstrom6239 4 ай бұрын
be better than you think you are. be a man better than you think you are.
@darlenecrawford5294
@darlenecrawford5294 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@adamhonestyanddecency5054
@adamhonestyanddecency5054 3 жыл бұрын
I surprised that this doesn’t have more likes.
@HaikoHertes
@HaikoHertes 2 жыл бұрын
Thank YOU for this inspiring comment!
@gratefulheart2417
@gratefulheart2417 2 жыл бұрын
Sending you Love and Blessings today and always!🙏💖
@HuntingTarg
@HuntingTarg Жыл бұрын
[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."
@edwardmanley6312
@edwardmanley6312 Жыл бұрын
My friend - salute you too !
@MattDragovits
@MattDragovits 8 жыл бұрын
Amazing speech. This is the caliber of person we need leading our country. I would vote for him as President in a heartbeat.
@MrBighxxx
@MrBighxxx 8 жыл бұрын
+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.
@9toonarmy9
@9toonarmy9 7 жыл бұрын
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.
@chrisamoroso2188
@chrisamoroso2188 7 жыл бұрын
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
@TheEJ1408
@TheEJ1408 7 жыл бұрын
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.
@daniellebron8127
@daniellebron8127 7 жыл бұрын
You are so ease to be convinced.
@lessonsin30s
@lessonsin30s 2 жыл бұрын
If you're watching this, you're probably more awesome than you think ❤
@Andreas-yy8uk
@Andreas-yy8uk Жыл бұрын
I needed this. Thanks
@glowing1097
@glowing1097 Жыл бұрын
"probably"
@terryg3243
@terryg3243 9 ай бұрын
So true.
@kamillemcbride5424
@kamillemcbride5424 9 ай бұрын
Awww thanks!
@leonardnordenstrom1463
@leonardnordenstrom1463 9 ай бұрын
knowing that the man is absolutely inspirational
@davidendres7808
@davidendres7808 3 ай бұрын
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
@sebastianjadot
@sebastianjadot Ай бұрын
idc
@brettfloyd4291
@brettfloyd4291 Ай бұрын
@@sebastianjadotwhat a sad life you must live
@sebastianjadot
@sebastianjadot Ай бұрын
thanks your probally someone whoo got rejected from the army for being too fat@@brettfloyd4291
@brettfloyd4291
@brettfloyd4291 Ай бұрын
@@sebastianjadot no, I was incompetent. Jokes on you
@eatportchops
@eatportchops 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@wiltsunen8244
@wiltsunen8244 2 жыл бұрын
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?
@wiltsunen8244
@wiltsunen8244 2 жыл бұрын
@@mohunter68 ??
@MrNoPuppet
@MrNoPuppet 2 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@flyingdutchman2996
@flyingdutchman2996 Жыл бұрын
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.
@jmw9904
@jmw9904 Жыл бұрын
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.
@JP-mc3bv
@JP-mc3bv 6 жыл бұрын
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)
@MrJal67
@MrJal67 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@dragonslayer7587
@dragonslayer7587 5 жыл бұрын
What a lucky class of 2014!!
@BrandonBlahh
@BrandonBlahh 5 жыл бұрын
@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.
@sarahkubagenda9864
@sarahkubagenda9864 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Jon. Helpful.
@davidalston6968
@davidalston6968 4 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@SelfMasteryLife
@SelfMasteryLife 10 ай бұрын
To anyone who reads this, I see you and I know you'll make it. Don't give up. I'm rooting for you :)
@cactusking4045
@cactusking4045 2 ай бұрын
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
@VincentValentine-x
@VincentValentine-x 18 күн бұрын
😢thank you, always have ti come back to these motivational videos becuase I ain't got no1 telling me some things
@rebeccahyche8077
@rebeccahyche8077 8 ай бұрын
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.
@leonardnordenstrom6239
@leonardnordenstrom6239 4 ай бұрын
Inspiration, is what it means. when i was at the end of my rope. UNITED STATES NAVY.
@user-ch4pj4cb7w
@user-ch4pj4cb7w 3 ай бұрын
The Bible says 30 show yourself approved and always respect our leaders
@dustybadgerriverrats
@dustybadgerriverrats 5 жыл бұрын
I am not a Navy SEAL. Just an old Marine grunt. All I have to say is Semper Fidelis. This man is beyond words
@funnyvidstoday101
@funnyvidstoday101 4 жыл бұрын
well your still great so i love you anyway, i'll beat you in pool but it ok
@Bravo-Too-Much
@Bravo-Too-Much 4 жыл бұрын
OO-FUCKIN-RAH
@youremybiggestfan
@youremybiggestfan 4 жыл бұрын
Im a grunt too i say hooray for boobay
@root1657
@root1657 3 жыл бұрын
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!
@dustybadgerriverrats
@dustybadgerriverrats 3 жыл бұрын
@@root1657ooh f****** Raw!👍🇺🇸🇺🇸
@glossierxr7269
@glossierxr7269 4 жыл бұрын
Who's here......2020🙂
@dannyhaya
@dannyhaya 4 жыл бұрын
I'am :-)
@gioaxe4538
@gioaxe4538 4 жыл бұрын
Your mom
@RobertBenedikts
@RobertBenedikts 4 жыл бұрын
Fuck off attention seeking idiot.
@Brian_yeah_that_brian_Strang
@Brian_yeah_that_brian_Strang 4 жыл бұрын
I was here in 2016 as well
@nuvve8159
@nuvve8159 4 жыл бұрын
my fucking wife doesn't make the bed. Neither does my fucking girlfriend
@mikeparks7087
@mikeparks7087 Жыл бұрын
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
@leonardnordenstrom1463
@leonardnordenstrom1463 9 ай бұрын
Amen. you know what it means to be a true warrior. GOD BLESS you.
@waltermcnary8251
@waltermcnary8251 7 ай бұрын
​@@leonardnordenstrom1463😊😅😊😊
@waltermcnary8251
@waltermcnary8251 7 ай бұрын
😊
@waltermcnary8251
@waltermcnary8251 7 ай бұрын
​@@leonardnordenstrom1463😊0😊
@waltermcnary8251
@waltermcnary8251 7 ай бұрын
​@@leonardnordenstrom1463😅😅8😅😂
@TheAndrewAgencyRichmond
@TheAndrewAgencyRichmond 10 ай бұрын
One of the greatest motivational speeches of all time.
@jesse.greaves
@jesse.greaves 4 жыл бұрын
Nothing like a pandemic to bring you back to important lessons like these.
@nigelschlick4409
@nigelschlick4409 4 жыл бұрын
yes sir
@006bloody
@006bloody 4 жыл бұрын
It certainly does
@ga8065
@ga8065 3 жыл бұрын
Check out his commencement speech at MIT 2020, it's here.
@006bloody
@006bloody 3 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@ericfalcon8432
@ericfalcon8432 Жыл бұрын
You all don't know shit..
@Refreshing-df6qj
@Refreshing-df6qj 5 жыл бұрын
Am facing depression and his words give me my everyday strength
@lorenrenee1
@lorenrenee1 4 жыл бұрын
ian k you can do it!
@ariyally
@ariyally 4 жыл бұрын
Check out videos from Sadguru
@adafridi
@adafridi 4 жыл бұрын
Stay strong 💪
@hmuphilly9129
@hmuphilly9129 4 жыл бұрын
Your not alone but at least you had the courage to tell the internet
@mariopeter2775
@mariopeter2775 4 жыл бұрын
You had the guts to say this on the net. You're a very brave and courageous man! Stay strong!
@michaelblinks8005
@michaelblinks8005 8 ай бұрын
2023 here. I still visit to listen to this impressive speech and it's new every time. Thank you Admiral!
@playswithblades
@playswithblades Жыл бұрын
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 KZbin 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.
@chrissiebawn9357
@chrissiebawn9357 Жыл бұрын
Amen friend. God Bless you 😁❤🇨🇦🌍🕊🌎
@johnwink9587
@johnwink9587 9 ай бұрын
military is for yes men losers
@leonardnordenstrom6239
@leonardnordenstrom6239 4 ай бұрын
UNITED STATES REMAINS!!! god bless america.
@Squash101
@Squash101 3 жыл бұрын
I'd give him a vote anytime.
@donphillips4718
@donphillips4718 9 жыл бұрын
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!
@harrysher7329
@harrysher7329 5 жыл бұрын
Don Phillips...concur !! The great Admiral said more in 20 minutes then someone has said anything of substance in TWO YEARS
@pauljohn6546
@pauljohn6546 4 жыл бұрын
Don Phillips , Don Phillips , sure really. Then explain to me why he gave the HORN sign of Satan?
@klistiranikrupije1724
@klistiranikrupije1724 4 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@rahardajohnson6053
@rahardajohnson6053 4 жыл бұрын
I concur. He definitely provided some great jewels.
@nuvve8159
@nuvve8159 4 жыл бұрын
that's because you're a stupid idiot.
@lauriemapplebeck1286
@lauriemapplebeck1286 10 ай бұрын
I am sick in hospital and so impressed by this man!! This Canadian cares about you all Americans and North American!🇨🇦❤️
@Lion-go7cs
@Lion-go7cs 2 жыл бұрын
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!
@leonardnordenstrom6239
@leonardnordenstrom6239 4 ай бұрын
amen, the greatest admiral i have ever known, i have known, many.
@Meatdevil
@Meatdevil 4 жыл бұрын
I just went to ten people’s homes and made their beds.
@fbitheagentguy8781
@fbitheagentguy8781 4 жыл бұрын
Good for you.
@gerardmarcel7705
@gerardmarcel7705 4 жыл бұрын
👍😂
@psquire45
@psquire45 4 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately it was the middle of the night and they were in them at the time
@RoBoVader
@RoBoVader 4 жыл бұрын
Did you break into those ten people's houses?
@Meatdevil
@Meatdevil 4 жыл бұрын
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.
@FrankFrank-zs9xk
@FrankFrank-zs9xk 4 жыл бұрын
Who is watching this in 2019 and still get inspired? Wow what aspeech
@g.g386
@g.g386 4 жыл бұрын
Who cares what year it is. Its I inspirational and if your asking that question like every other person on KZbin these days then maybe you need to SERIOUSLY listen again. Dont follow the sheep,be the Sheppard 💯😉
@lorenrenee1
@lorenrenee1 4 жыл бұрын
Frank Frank me. I love this speach.
@julianthompson7
@julianthompson7 4 жыл бұрын
I just did
@Kphilosophy22
@Kphilosophy22 4 жыл бұрын
Frank Frank me in watching
@Cavediver86
@Cavediver86 4 жыл бұрын
Hold on a minute. Got to make my bed first!
@coryallan71
@coryallan71 7 ай бұрын
Such a great speech. If you are reading this, keep being amazing. A small step forward is still a step in the right direction. 💯✅✅
@leonardnordenstrom1463
@leonardnordenstrom1463 7 ай бұрын
i have met many admirals in my life. This Admiral is a man of extreme honor.
@larrybelken7568
@larrybelken7568 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@fasteXChecker
@fasteXChecker Жыл бұрын
Because youre stupid :D
@leonardnordenstrom1463
@leonardnordenstrom1463 9 ай бұрын
i have served with many admirals . the best admiral i have ever known. this man inspires us.
@KhangWithMe_718
@KhangWithMe_718 7 ай бұрын
Will this fame bring glory to Vietnam and America??
@leonardnordenstrom6239
@leonardnordenstrom6239 4 ай бұрын
brings tears to my eyes.
@TheFarout69
@TheFarout69 3 жыл бұрын
I'm just a Navy vet with 4 years to my credit. That man is is a leader. We need him now.
@seanwiley558
@seanwiley558 Жыл бұрын
I've seen this multiple times, every time I see it I always watch.
@tp8087
@tp8087 2 жыл бұрын
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.
@billyjaymz
@billyjaymz 7 жыл бұрын
Inspirational message, whether you're in the armed forces or not. Words to live by.
@pauljohn6546
@pauljohn6546 4 жыл бұрын
James Burstedt , dude really. Read a 📚 book...
@mohunter68
@mohunter68 2 жыл бұрын
Devil horns at the end. This MFKR is in league with the Devil.
@krisb-travel
@krisb-travel Жыл бұрын
which part of the speech motivated you? the part where he made his bed?
@chrissiebawn9357
@chrissiebawn9357 Жыл бұрын
AMEN BEAUTIFUL SOUL 🇨🇦🌎🕊🖖❤
@unitedstatesdiplomatlarryk5417
@unitedstatesdiplomatlarryk5417 7 ай бұрын
Are you still inspired, I am .
@tessw8456
@tessw8456 5 жыл бұрын
I'm speechless.... He should speak to every high School student.... He's a true inspiration
@pauljohn6546
@pauljohn6546 4 жыл бұрын
Tess Westbrook , sure. Maybe he needs to make your bed.
@tomk.ink.8373
@tomk.ink.8373 4 жыл бұрын
@@pauljohn6546 AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH
@shathiananthansambayah5737
@shathiananthansambayah5737 3 жыл бұрын
Get a life
@tessw8456
@tessw8456 2 жыл бұрын
I've got a life..... You? Doubt it.... if all you do is attack others opinions
@letsachievesuccess
@letsachievesuccess Жыл бұрын
*Wow! One of the greatest speeches of all times. Rest in Peace genius*
@petemulkeirins8382
@petemulkeirins8382 Жыл бұрын
I'm ex British Infantry.. Great speech and absolutely spot on. I've learnt my life lessons and respect by being in the cadets and the military.. Keep moving forward, never give up.
@leonardnordenstrom6239
@leonardnordenstrom6239 4 ай бұрын
military people understand what it means to fight who defend their nation. never give up and always defend your nation.
@krdm6167
@krdm6167 4 жыл бұрын
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
@FuseFreek
@FuseFreek 4 жыл бұрын
"If you wanna change the world start by making your bed."
@GobyTSB
@GobyTSB 2 жыл бұрын
This is hands down one of the greatest speeches given, of all time.
@zuzannawisniewska4464
@zuzannawisniewska4464 Жыл бұрын
Gentlemen, hats off to this man. Incredible speech. Admiral McRaven , God bless you for what you're doing for your country.
@dakotacollison3558
@dakotacollison3558 7 жыл бұрын
HOOYAH Admiral McRaven! Inspired the life's of millions with one speech
@pauljohn6546
@pauljohn6546 4 жыл бұрын
Really? Didn’t even inspired my dog...
@Carlos-kd1cl
@Carlos-kd1cl 4 жыл бұрын
@@pauljohn6546 you're probably one of the quitters.
@chickencutlet3
@chickencutlet3 Жыл бұрын
@@pauljohn6546 Don’t care
@MrBighxxx
@MrBighxxx 8 жыл бұрын
Awesome Speech. Makes you feel like you can do whatever you want.. if you are willing to put in the work.
@pauljohn6546
@pauljohn6546 4 жыл бұрын
Big H , really? Get a job.
@coltinmorrison4521
@coltinmorrison4521 2 ай бұрын
Reminds me of the Adam Brown story. Fearless. The man fought through hardships, including drugs and self doubt. He fought and died an American hero. Not many know the story of Adam Brown, but he fought as a Navy Seal, he failed many times as a man and fought just as hard to be the man he wanted to be. A beautiful story of a man who became a Navy Seal, who became a Father, who became a drug addict, who became a man struggling. A story if a man who became something bigger than he ever knew. A strong and weak man at the same time. A man, who was a man. I have never met him, but I always have the security that Adam Brown was there and I could possibly be ok. An American hero, a man that I can relate to, fought an incalculable force and gave his life to fight this enemy. All men who decide this path is a hero.
@jasonantoniou4035
@jasonantoniou4035 9 ай бұрын
I am hearing this speech very often and never getting tired. The best speech ever!!
@maaronjoannelle
@maaronjoannelle 5 жыл бұрын
This guy needs to run for president
@tamirroth164
@tamirroth164 4 жыл бұрын
I don't think that they will forget who their commencement speaker was...
@nilstopp3250
@nilstopp3250 4 жыл бұрын
No chance of that.
@rahardajohnson6053
@rahardajohnson6053 4 жыл бұрын
Right! Never. I remember and I wasn't there. I've listened to this video a couple of times.
@blogengeezer4507
@blogengeezer4507 3 жыл бұрын
-Interesting as what many of those individuals eventually accomplished, are to be accomplishing ;
@peterdwyer4609
@peterdwyer4609 Жыл бұрын
This is the 5th time I watched this speech. The best speech ever. I thank you. It reminds me how much I thrived in hard times. The tougher the moment the the tougher I become 💪
@usx06240
@usx06240 4 ай бұрын
This and the Gettysburg address. Truth has no predefined form, only function.
@darrelljoslin3821
@darrelljoslin3821 Жыл бұрын
This speech will motivate you. PERIOD ! LISTEN TO IT EVERYDAY.
@studravi19
@studravi19 10 жыл бұрын
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 :)
@pranjalbajpai885
@pranjalbajpai885 Жыл бұрын
Its been 8 years since you posted this comment!.....How is life going now Ravi bhai (brother)?.......I hope you did great!
@Gabriel-jx8bd
@Gabriel-jx8bd Жыл бұрын
♠️
@chrissiebawn9357
@chrissiebawn9357 Жыл бұрын
All my love BEAUTIFUL SOUL 🇨🇦🌍❤🖖🕊
@jasminearoma
@jasminearoma Жыл бұрын
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.
@johnwink9587
@johnwink9587 9 ай бұрын
thats cause you are a loser
@arip9234
@arip9234 4 жыл бұрын
Took me a while to realize that he’s right about making your bed...he’s right
@rahardajohnson6053
@rahardajohnson6053 4 жыл бұрын
Lol. He's spot on.
@guillaumepernet7745
@guillaumepernet7745 2 ай бұрын
chaque fois que j'ai un coup de mou je reviens ici pour réécouter ce discours, toujours aussi motivant
@Omy_Per
@Omy_Per 2 жыл бұрын
The experiences he shared of his seal training were truly inspiring. Such a great speech!
@barbarachambers7974
@barbarachambers7974 8 ай бұрын
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.
@leonardnordenstrom6239
@leonardnordenstrom6239 4 ай бұрын
this man is greater than i. a true seal. i would follow this man to hell, and ask for more.
@jgdta
@jgdta 4 жыл бұрын
How refreshing to hear words from someone who actually does make America great.
@sammylenstein2592
@sammylenstein2592 4 жыл бұрын
Bach Fiend just like Trump is doing
@crazydavec3861
@crazydavec3861 4 жыл бұрын
@@sammylenstein2592 Trump is making America grate... same letters, different meaning, different outcome!
@blogengeezer4507
@blogengeezer4507 3 жыл бұрын
@@sammylenstein2592 As the Admiral said, Trump is faced with a greater percentage that listen to Media's talking heads. Then run to... 'Ring That Bell' ;
@lgmusicpubpublishingllc7310
@lgmusicpubpublishingllc7310 8 жыл бұрын
This speech has helped me through some of my darkest hours, thanks Bill!
@pauljohn6546
@pauljohn6546 4 жыл бұрын
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..
@Blackhawkhelicopter8393
@Blackhawkhelicopter8393 4 жыл бұрын
paul john why are you insulting someone for looking up to someone who inspired them?
@Karrar-IQ
@Karrar-IQ 4 жыл бұрын
paul john and you’re nothing more than a troll !
@pauljohn6546
@pauljohn6546 4 жыл бұрын
Troy Stryker , okay, G I Joe. Another brainwashed person. U.S is an evil country. Allowing gay marriages, in debt ect ect...
@seanturner7334
@seanturner7334 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@joegray1254
@joegray1254 2 жыл бұрын
The Admiral’s commencement speech is very moving !!! Yes, I make my bed each day, with pride !!! JG
@1b.389
@1b.389 10 ай бұрын
I watched this back then. And it just keeps getting better
@ascnikon
@ascnikon 7 жыл бұрын
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.
@conanboyle7
@conanboyle7 5 жыл бұрын
The true "Captain America". I don't mean to make this juvenal, yet this is a person that could lead any group of people. His words make people better.
@pauljohn6546
@pauljohn6546 4 жыл бұрын
conan boyle , sure. Really? More like Captain of making beds and yet he doesn’t make his own. Stop watching cartoons.
@faz_6067
@faz_6067 4 жыл бұрын
paul john you know this guy was one of the lead planners in the raid that killed Osama Bin Laden right?
@pauljohn6546
@pauljohn6546 4 жыл бұрын
Faz _ , yeah. U.S. is an evil country. Watch the soldiers saying that all they did was separate families. It’s an AGENDA, how can U.S. be proud of that?
@Wesley_Coon
@Wesley_Coon 2 жыл бұрын
@@pauljohn6546 America is far from evil! We are a young country and have successfully gotten further than most countries. It's sad that we help other countries before our own nowadays, but if I was president of the United States, I would help our country and then help other countries. I care dearly about this whole world, but a leader of one country should make it their first priority to lead their country before other counries bc God is the leader of the world and he takes care of the world and we the people are not God! We can only do so much, but God can do all! This is a great and inspirational speech that I listened to in my middle school class and im a senior now! It makes me wanna get up every day knowing I'm important to people! This guy right here who gave this speech fought for many lives and he didn't have to. The military doesn't have to fight for our freedom, but they do bc they want us to live free and I thank every veteran and soldier who have fought for our freedom!
@pauljohn6546
@pauljohn6546 2 жыл бұрын
@@Wesley_Coon ,son, you don’t know who GOD is... especially with a title name of Dragon, don’t you know that’s the devils name? You Sunday people don’t surprise me one bit. UNBELIEVABLE
@rajshekhar1374
@rajshekhar1374 2 жыл бұрын
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!!!
@adriangaming4853
@adriangaming4853 Жыл бұрын
Damn, brooooooooooooo.......
@Notyourtextbookcase333
@Notyourtextbookcase333 4 күн бұрын
I always come back to this video when I need positive motivation to keep going. Thank you for all that you do and all service people 💗💗💗
@ivan.exposito
@ivan.exposito 5 жыл бұрын
One of the best speeches ever.
@Marques_239
@Marques_239 8 жыл бұрын
Don't ever ring that bell. People will know what that means.
@davidloomis6668
@davidloomis6668 5 жыл бұрын
Eduardo the bell at Bud/s
@rigerdeal8551
@rigerdeal8551 4 жыл бұрын
They may still good people bro
@oldmanchainsaw3540
@oldmanchainsaw3540 4 жыл бұрын
In Thailand it costs 1000bt to ring the bell!!!
@jjjr8664
@jjjr8664 4 жыл бұрын
Unless you have cancer
@root1657
@root1657 3 жыл бұрын
@@jjjr8664 That's a very different bell, and I hope that one never stops ringing.
@anandazen30
@anandazen30 Жыл бұрын
I go back to listen to this speech over and over. It is important to know our purpose on this planet
@albertbellorin
@albertbellorin 4 жыл бұрын
What an amazing speech, the type of leader the world needs today more than ever!
@Bakaroo-lo7rg
@Bakaroo-lo7rg 2 жыл бұрын
Dont mistake speakers for leaders.
@robertsousa-qq3qk
@robertsousa-qq3qk 3 ай бұрын
it isent a mistake
@helenarosno
@helenarosno 5 жыл бұрын
I saw this a few years ago and am watching it again, this is my favorite speech❤️
@dekj2572
@dekj2572 4 жыл бұрын
Me too
@pauljohn6546
@pauljohn6546 4 жыл бұрын
Helena Rosno , NOT mine. But oh well, maybe read a book 📚...
@brddoss
@brddoss 11 ай бұрын
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
@helljumper5601
@helljumper5601 Жыл бұрын
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.
@petergilman2188
@petergilman2188 4 жыл бұрын
I have never been prouder to be a Texas Ex. this man is a credit to the university and this country.
@leonardnordenstrom6239
@leonardnordenstrom6239 4 ай бұрын
HONOR. sorry, i am just a retired navy.
@PLPEberronguy
@PLPEberronguy 6 жыл бұрын
I just watched this speech for the first time and in the hour since I have: 1. Made my bed. 2. Done a load and a half of laundry 3. Had an actually healthy snack 4. Shaved thoroughly 5.Taken out the trash And before I leave for work in the next two hours I am going to make tomorrow's video and get some work done on my game mod. Being productive feels so good.
@nmelkhunter1
@nmelkhunter1 6 жыл бұрын
A life without purpose is pointless. Always remember that.
@abbaaminu6003
@abbaaminu6003 5 жыл бұрын
I procrastinate a lot
@bvbinsane1vanity
@bvbinsane1vanity 5 жыл бұрын
you forgot the task of writing this fake list
@karenfischer9241
@karenfischer9241 4 жыл бұрын
Yes it does I've gotten so much done everyday
@Project_-jq7jw
@Project_-jq7jw 4 жыл бұрын
@@cameronwilliams7935 Well, seems like you didn't understand the logic behind making the bed. Its about changing yourself so you can become more productive in life.
@jacobzaranyika9334
@jacobzaranyika9334 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you🙏 Admiral McGaven. Thank you 🙏 University of Texas.
@ryancrosson26
@ryancrosson26 Жыл бұрын
Amen! These are certainly words to live by. I listen to it from time to time.
@ChicanoPridex08
@ChicanoPridex08 6 жыл бұрын
I'd follow that man into hell after a speech like that.
@franciscorivera7374
@franciscorivera7374 5 жыл бұрын
Lol.lol.lol..and garantee u youll make it back with THE ADMIRAL..LOL.LOL.LOL.
@mikerestivo5510
@mikerestivo5510 4 жыл бұрын
The purpose of the speech is to cultivate the transformation of the graduates into leaders themselves, not mere subservient followers, additionally capable of forming new generations of leaders in turn.
@jamiemutton6203
@jamiemutton6203 4 жыл бұрын
gonna have Don Shipley check this guy out....I dont think he was a seal
@RedDeadTrooper
@RedDeadTrooper 4 жыл бұрын
@@jamiemutton6203 hate to burst you stolen valor bubble but he was a seal among other things.
@ga8065
@ga8065 3 жыл бұрын
And when you get to He ll, walk around like you own it.
@dnahubs
@dnahubs 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@johnwicx3805
@johnwicx3805 2 жыл бұрын
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
@leonardnordenstrom6239
@leonardnordenstrom6239 4 ай бұрын
the greatest admiral i have ever heard of. i have followed adrmarls many times.
@leonardnordenstrom6239
@leonardnordenstrom6239 4 ай бұрын
HE changed me after i had retired from the military. HE made me a better man.
@kerrygoddard3174
@kerrygoddard3174 Жыл бұрын
Such an inspirational person. Could listen to him for hours. Thankyou.
@jamessullivan3027
@jamessullivan3027 2 жыл бұрын
Wow. How could one not follow this man? Commands respect instantaneously
@stanpetrov
@stanpetrov 5 жыл бұрын
I truly envy US citizens for having such great individuals inspiring their every day giving them hope in the darkest hour to prevail, respect!
@stevenm7232
@stevenm7232 10 ай бұрын
I still listen to this often as I am now
@Williamscott-be7sk
@Williamscott-be7sk Жыл бұрын
One of the best speakers I've ever heard 😊
@larrystratmann624
@larrystratmann624 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve watched this video 6 or 7 times and it still is INSPIRING!
@bevo1776
@bevo1776 5 жыл бұрын
"What starts here, changes the world." Hook 'Em Horns!
@pauljohn6546
@pauljohn6546 4 жыл бұрын
Edward Patrick Molina , look ignorant, the horns represent Satan....
@billmeriwether605
@billmeriwether605 4 жыл бұрын
Hook ‘em or Gig ‘em either one
@SeptemberSeventeenth
@SeptemberSeventeenth 4 жыл бұрын
@@pauljohn6546 If there was such a thing.. To me it represents metal \m/
@TheSecondInitiate
@TheSecondInitiate 2 жыл бұрын
@@SeptemberSeventeenth To the admiral it represents none other than Skull and Bones of Yale
@KamilKamal-ps4se
@KamilKamal-ps4se 11 ай бұрын
Wonderful speech been listening to it since years whenever I feel low
@chriscorsbie8472
@chriscorsbie8472 Жыл бұрын
Love this speech and listen to it quite often Thank you Admiral!!
@Dividend_Bricks
@Dividend_Bricks 5 жыл бұрын
This is by far one of the best speeches I've ever heard
@pauljohn6546
@pauljohn6546 4 жыл бұрын
Cartoonized World , dude Grow up.
@gagysada
@gagysada 4 жыл бұрын
When read ADMIRAL that's the first respect because you'll realize how many years of service, when you read NAVY you'll think of what kind of rough and tough training they go through, when you see that white suit fit his body like a statue you'll figure out how healthy lifestyle he lives, when you put all these together you'll be able to make such a great speech because all this came from something called "Discipline". Huge respect from iraq to you admiral William.
@kevinflannery868
@kevinflannery868 10 ай бұрын
Admiral!! This is the best speech ever!! God Bless you and your family!!! I work in Annapolis, I’d love to meet you!! You’re such a motivator!!! ❤
@positivevibeaz
@positivevibeaz 2 ай бұрын
It has been years since you gave this speech but thank you from me today.
@bigbob718
@bigbob718 3 жыл бұрын
People like this make me proud to be apart the Navy alumni! This community has my respect and my gratitude for what you do!
@ahadtorabi4253
@ahadtorabi4253 Жыл бұрын
%
@Thatcrazycouple
@Thatcrazycouple 10 жыл бұрын
This address is gorgeous. What a man. What an inspiration.
@raymondf.chandler8901
@raymondf.chandler8901 4 жыл бұрын
I am Gen. Raymond F. Chandler hello my dear friend how are you doing? I hope you doing good with your family's Thanks for your concern, you can add me to the hangout or contact through my email address raymondfchandler897@gmail.com
@USNveteran
@USNveteran Жыл бұрын
Probably one of the greatest motivational speeches ever. Thanks so much Admiral McRaven. FLY NAVY!!!
@NathanDean79
@NathanDean79 2 ай бұрын
Brilliant! I cried during this. It brought me back to the past.
@kellyarmstrong3059
@kellyarmstrong3059 4 жыл бұрын
One of the best speeches I have ever heard. Great great message!!
@PhilipTheTitan
@PhilipTheTitan 4 жыл бұрын
Live. Thrive. Honor. Respect. You’ll all do fine.
@judithwatkins2512
@judithwatkins2512 11 ай бұрын
Thank You For Your Service
@Nihilist_Rohan
@Nihilist_Rohan 3 ай бұрын
One of the greatest motivational speeches of all time, I listened to it once every week.
@edgarbruhin
@edgarbruhin 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely great speech & Leader too. Impressed about his statements, very helpful hints to educate your personality and to guide/motivate your TEAM!
@sulakshanat21
@sulakshanat21 5 жыл бұрын
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
@ckshow1
@ckshow1 8 ай бұрын
I love this the world needs more people like this in it. Talk about a memorable speech wow!
@TheAMVDJ
@TheAMVDJ 2 жыл бұрын
Everyone should listen to this speech. Listen to it when you are feeling down. Listen to it when you need to be humbled. Listen to it to refocus your goals in life. This is the best speech of my lifetime and I feel honored to have listened to it and be moved by it so greatly.
@magdalenaczuba9968
@magdalenaczuba9968 Жыл бұрын
:⁠-⁠)
@leonardnordenstrom6239
@leonardnordenstrom6239 4 ай бұрын
military need to know this speech. done my 20 without it.
@dogstar2020
@dogstar2020 4 жыл бұрын
Still one of the best commencement speeches EVER. 💪🙌🤘❤️🇺🇸
@Skysearcher2011
@Skysearcher2011 6 жыл бұрын
The absolute best speech I've ever heard. 🇺🇸 ⚓️
@jeffreywells3692
@jeffreywells3692 5 жыл бұрын
was in navy 9 years very good man
@pauljohn6546
@pauljohn6546 4 жыл бұрын
Skysearcher2011 , okay dude, get serious. That guy almost made me throw up..
@FireboltPrime
@FireboltPrime 4 жыл бұрын
@@pauljohn6546 shut it bot
@praigejaqueline-ho4ig
@praigejaqueline-ho4ig Жыл бұрын
Hello ma'am how are you doing well I hope? can I ask you a question in private? if possible write to me on my address thank you and see you soon
Adm. William McRaven Sat Down With Saddam Hussein
6:37
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
Рет қаралды 1,1 МЛН
ФОКУС С ЧИПСАМИ (секрет)
00:44
Masomka
Рет қаралды 2,9 МЛН
Air Force Lt. Gen. addresses cadets about racism incident
5:30
syracuse.com
Рет қаралды 10 МЛН
An Evening With Admiral William McRaven
1:02:25
TheLBJLibrary
Рет қаралды 149 М.
Steve Jobs' 2005 Stanford Commencement Address
15:05
Stanford
Рет қаралды 43 МЛН
One of the Greatest Speeches Ever | Steve Jobs
10:31
Motivation Ark
Рет қаралды 32 МЛН
If by Rudyard Kipling - Read by Sir Michael Caine
2:51
Upgrade Your Mindset
Рет қаралды 7 МЛН
I Gave the 2023 MIT Commencement Speech
19:31
Mark Rober
Рет қаралды 8 МЛН
ONE DAY AT A TIME - Powerful Motivational Speech | Spartan
8:01
Spartan
Рет қаралды 3,3 МЛН
AMAZING SPEECH of Medal of Honor recipient Army Staff Sgt. David G. Bellavia
22:13
Media Magik Entertainment
Рет қаралды 2,7 МЛН
The True Story Behind LEADERS EAT LAST
17:46
Simon Sinek
Рет қаралды 770 М.