30 Questions
How many years ago did Admiral McRaven graduate from UT?
37 years
What is the university slogan mentioned in the speech?
What starts here changes the world
How many people will the class of 2014 have changed the lives of in five generations?
800 million people
According to ask.com, how many people will the average American meet in their lifetime?
10,000 people
What was Admiral McRaven's occupation when he graduated from UT?
Navy Officer
What was Admiral McRaven's girlfriend's status after he graduated from UT?
She became his wife
What did the noncommissioned officer from the female engagement team do to save the lives of a dozen soldiers?
Directed the infantry platoon away from a 500 pound IED
What is the duration of the Basic SEAL training according to Admiral McRaven?
Six months
What was the first task that the instructors would inspect during SEAL training?
The bed
What is the benefit of making your bed every morning according to Admiral McRaven?
It gives you a sense of pride and encourages you to do more tasks
What is the purpose of breaking down students into boat crews during SEAL training?
To help them work together as a team
What is Admiral McRaven's message regarding making a change in the world?
Start by making your bed and then move on to bigger tasks
What is the height of the surf off San Diego in the winter?
8 to 10 feet high
What is crucial for a boat to reach its destination?
Everyone paddling in sync
What was unique about the 'munchkin' boat crew?
They were all from diverse ethnic backgrounds
What was the purpose of the uniform inspection?
To teach attention to detail
What happened to students who failed the uniform inspection?
They became a 'sugar cookie'
What was the 'circus' in SEAL training?
A punishment for failure
What was the result of students doing two hours of extras, calisthenics during SEAL training?
They got stronger and more physically resilient
What was the most challenging obstacle in the obstacle course?
The slide for life
What was the instructors' advice if a shark circled during the night swim?
Stand your ground and do not act afraid
What was the purpose of the ship attack mission during SEAL training?
To conduct underwater attacks against enemy shipping
What was the environment like during the ship attack mission?
Dark with no light from the surface
What was the attitude required to change the world, according to Admiral McRaven?
Don't be afraid of the circuses and obstacles
What is the darkest part of the ship in SEAL training?
The keel
What is the purpose of the mudflats in SEAL training?
To test physical endurance and mental toughness
What is the significance of the brass bell in SEAL training?
It allows trainees to quit the program
What is the power of one person, according to Admiral McRaven?
The power to change the world by giving people hope
What is one of the key lessons Admiral McRaven learned from his travels around the world?
That the power of hope can change the world
What is Admiral McRaven's advice to the graduating class of 2014?
To start each day with a task completed and find someone to help you through life
Study Notes
Admiral McRaven's Commencement Speech
- The speech was delivered to the University of Texas at Austin's graduating class of 2014.
- The slogan of the university is "What starts here changes the world."
Changing the World
- If every graduate changes the lives of 10 people, and each of those people changes the lives of another 10, the class of 2014 will have changed the lives of 800 million people in five generations.
- This is more than twice the population of the United States, and in another generation, the entire population of the world could be changed.
Lessons from Basic SEAL Training
- Make Your Bed: Making your bed every morning helps create a sense of pride and encourages you to do other tasks.
- Find Someone to Help You Paddle: You can't change the world alone; find someone to help you.
- Measure a Person by the Size of Their Heart: Judge people by their heart, not their background or physical abilities.
- Get Over Being a Sugar Cookie: Sometimes, no matter how hard you try, things won't go as planned. Move forward and keep going.
- Don't Be Afraid of the Circuses: Life is full of challenges, but they can make you stronger and more resilient.
- Slide Down the Obstacles Head First: Sometimes you have to take risks and face challenges head-on.
- Don't Back Down from the Sharks: Deal with the challenges in your life, and don't let them stop you.
- Be Your Best in the Darkest Moments: Stay calm, composed, and bring your best self even in the toughest times.
Hell Week and Hope
- The ninth week of SEAL training is called Hell Week, which includes six days of no sleep, physical and mental harassment, and a special day at the mudflats.
- In the darkest moments, hope and positivity can make a difference.
- Singing together in the mudflats during Hell Week showed the power of hope and community.
Final Advice
- Start each day with a task completed.
- Find someone to help you through life.
- Respect everyone.
- Know that life is not fair and that you will fail often.
- Take risks, stand up to bullies, lift up the downtrodden, and never give up.
Inspiring speech by Admiral McRaven to the University of Texas at Austin's graduating class of 2014, emphasizing the power of individual change.
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