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What is the main objective of the ship attack mission during Seal training?
What is the main objective of the ship attack mission during Seal training?
What is the central message of the University of Texas commencement speech in May 2014?
What is the central message of the University of Texas commencement speech in May 2014?
The students are informed that many students have been eaten by sharks during the night swim.
The students are informed that many students have been eaten by sharks during the night swim.
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Adam Bates, the young Army Ranger, had both his legs amputated in Afghanistan.
Adam Bates, the young Army Ranger, had both his legs amputated in Afghanistan.
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What did Adam Bates sign to the author when they met in the hospital?
What did Adam Bates sign to the author when they met in the hospital?
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What was the nickname of the best boat crew?
What was the nickname of the best boat crew?
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The instructors would praise the students for their efforts during the uniform inspections.
The instructors would praise the students for their efforts during the uniform inspections.
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The students who constantly made the circus list became weaker over time.
The students who constantly made the circus list became weaker over time.
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Who was the Director of Strategy and Military Affairs in the Office of Combating Terrorism?
Who was the Director of Strategy and Military Affairs in the Office of Combating Terrorism?
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The author was asked to draft a letter from the President to the Pope justifying the war in Afghanistan.
The author was asked to draft a letter from the President to the Pope justifying the war in Afghanistan.
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What is the University of Texas's slogan?
What is the University of Texas's slogan?
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What was the purpose of Congressman Rohrabacher's visit to the White House?
What was the purpose of Congressman Rohrabacher's visit to the White House?
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If you change the lives of 10 people and each of them changes the lives of another 10 people, in 5 generations, you can change the lives of 800 million people.
If you change the lives of 10 people and each of them changes the lives of another 10 people, in 5 generations, you can change the lives of 800 million people.
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What is the importance of having someone to help you, as mentioned in the passage?
What is the importance of having someone to help you, as mentioned in the passage?
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Who was the author's boss in the White House?
Who was the author's boss in the White House?
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The author was a Navy SEAL.
The author was a Navy SEAL.
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The author was asked to help Congressman Rohrabacher with a project.
The author was asked to help Congressman Rohrabacher with a project.
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What was the purpose of Congressman Rohrabacher's visit to the White House?
What was the purpose of Congressman Rohrabacher's visit to the White House?
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Study Notes
Navy SEAL Training
- The narrator, a Navy SEAL, began his training with 150 students, but only 33 graduated after six months.
- The instructor's goal was to push students to their limits, making them quit; however, quitting would lead to a lifetime of regret.
The Importance of Perseverance
- The narrator shares the story of Adam Bates, a 19-year-old Army Ranger who lost both legs in combat but remained optimistic and determined.
- Bates' attitude exemplifies the importance of never giving up, even in the face of extreme adversity.
Changing the World
- The narrator, an experienced Navy SEAL, addresses the graduating class of 2014 at the University of Texas.
- He emphasizes that changing the world starts with small actions, like making your bed every morning, which can lead to a sense of pride and accomplishment.
Ten Lessons Learned from Navy SEAL Training
- Make your bed: Starting the day with a small task completed gives a sense of pride and encourages more accomplishments.
- Find someone to help you paddle: You can't change the world alone; it takes friends, colleagues, and strangers to help you achieve your goals.
- Measure a person by the size of their heart: Success is not about physical strength or appearance but about inner strength and determination.
- Get over being a sugar cookie: Sometimes, no matter how hard you try, things won't go as planned; accept it and move forward.
- Don't be afraid of the circuses: Life is filled with challenges, but it's how you respond to them that matters; use them to build inner strength and resilience.
Additional Lessons
- Every morning, a new day begins: A made bed gives encouragement for the day ahead, even on bad days.
- Teamwork is crucial: In Navy SEAL training, boat crews worked together to overcome obstacles, demonstrating the importance of collaboration.
- The power of the human spirit: The "munchkin crew" in Navy SEAL training, despite being the shortest, outperformed other teams, proving that size doesn't matter.
- Uniform inspections: Instructors would find faults in students' uniforms, teaching them that sometimes, no matter how hard you try, things won't be perfect; move on and focus on the bigger picture.### Navy SEAL Training
- The obstacle course is a crucial part of Navy SEAL training, where students are required to slide down a rope headfirst to complete the course.
- The students are flown to San Clemente Island, off the coast of San Diego, for the land warfare phase of training.
- During this phase, they have to complete a series of long swims, including a night swim, where they are briefed on the various shark species in the waters.
Shark Encounter
- Students are taught to stand their ground if a shark approaches, not to swim away, and to punch the shark in the snout if necessary.
- This is a crucial skill to learn, as sharks are abundant in the waters off San Clemente Island.
Underwater Attacks
- One of the jobs of Navy SEALs is to conduct underwater attacks against enemy shipping.
- During training, students practice this technique, swimming over two miles underwater using only a depth gauge and compass to navigate.
The Darkest Moment
- The most challenging part of the mission is swimming under the ship, where it's dark, noisy, and easy to get disoriented.
- To be successful, students must be calm, composed, and use all their tactical skills, physical power, and inner strength.
Hell Week
- The ninth week of training is referred to as "Hell Week", where students are pushed to their limits with no sleep, constant physical and mental harassment, and a special day at the mud flats.
- On this day, students spend 15 hours trying to survive the freezing cold mud, howling wind, and pressure from instructors to quit.
The Power of Hope
- During this challenging time, one student's voice raised in song gave others the courage to persevere.
- The power of hope and one person's determination can change the world.
The Brass Bell
- In Navy SEAL training, there is a brass bell that students can ring to quit.
- If students want to change the world, they must avoid ringing the bell and persevere through the challenges.
Life Lessons
- To change the world, students must start each day with a task completed, find someone to help them through life, respect everyone, and know that life is not fair.
- They must also take risks, step up when times are toughest, face down bullies, lift up the downtrodden, and never give up.
Admiral McRaven's Story
- Admiral McRaven was assigned to the White House as the Director of Strategy and Military Affairs.
- He was tasked with drafting a letter from the President to the Pope, justifying the war in Afghanistan.
- He worked with General Wayne Downing, a legend in special operations, who was the President's point man on the war on terrorism.
The Congressman's Request
- Congressman Dana Rohrabacher asked Admiral McRaven to help with a warlord named Dostum, who needed supplies and airstrikes.
- McRaven was hesitant to get involved, but eventually, supplies were air-dropped into the mountains of Afghanistan.
The Letter to the Pope
- Admiral McRaven finished the letter to the Pope, which was presented to the Papal Nuncio for delivery to the Pope.
- This was a pivotal moment in the war on terrorism.
Navy SEAL Training
- The narrator, a Navy SEAL, began his training with 150 students, but only 33 graduated after six months.
- The instructor's goal was to push students to their limits, making them quit; however, quitting would lead to a lifetime of regret.
The Importance of Perseverance
- The narrator shares the story of Adam Bates, a 19-year-old Army Ranger who lost both legs in combat but remained optimistic and determined.
- Bates' attitude exemplifies the importance of never giving up, even in the face of extreme adversity.
Changing the World
- The narrator, an experienced Navy SEAL, addresses the graduating class of 2014 at the University of Texas.
- He emphasizes that changing the world starts with small actions, like making your bed every morning, which can lead to a sense of pride and accomplishment.
Ten Lessons Learned from Navy SEAL Training
- Make your bed: Starting the day with a small task completed gives a sense of pride and encourages more accomplishments.
- Find someone to help you paddle: You can't change the world alone; it takes friends, colleagues, and strangers to help you achieve your goals.
- Measure a person by the size of their heart: Success is not about physical strength or appearance but about inner strength and determination.
- Get over being a sugar cookie: Sometimes, no matter how hard you try, things won't go as planned; accept it and move forward.
- Don't be afraid of the circuses: Life is filled with challenges, but it's how you respond to them that matters; use them to build inner strength and resilience.
Additional Lessons
- Every morning, a new day begins: A made bed gives encouragement for the day ahead, even on bad days.
- Teamwork is crucial: In Navy SEAL training, boat crews worked together to overcome obstacles, demonstrating the importance of collaboration.
- The power of the human spirit: The "munchkin crew" in Navy SEAL training, despite being the shortest, outperformed other teams, proving that size doesn't matter.
- Uniform inspections: Instructors would find faults in students' uniforms, teaching them that sometimes, no matter how hard you try, things won't be perfect; move on and focus on the bigger picture.### Navy SEAL Training
- The obstacle course is a crucial part of Navy SEAL training, where students are required to slide down a rope headfirst to complete the course.
- The students are flown to San Clemente Island, off the coast of San Diego, for the land warfare phase of training.
- During this phase, they have to complete a series of long swims, including a night swim, where they are briefed on the various shark species in the waters.
Shark Encounter
- Students are taught to stand their ground if a shark approaches, not to swim away, and to punch the shark in the snout if necessary.
- This is a crucial skill to learn, as sharks are abundant in the waters off San Clemente Island.
Underwater Attacks
- One of the jobs of Navy SEALs is to conduct underwater attacks against enemy shipping.
- During training, students practice this technique, swimming over two miles underwater using only a depth gauge and compass to navigate.
The Darkest Moment
- The most challenging part of the mission is swimming under the ship, where it's dark, noisy, and easy to get disoriented.
- To be successful, students must be calm, composed, and use all their tactical skills, physical power, and inner strength.
Hell Week
- The ninth week of training is referred to as "Hell Week", where students are pushed to their limits with no sleep, constant physical and mental harassment, and a special day at the mud flats.
- On this day, students spend 15 hours trying to survive the freezing cold mud, howling wind, and pressure from instructors to quit.
The Power of Hope
- During this challenging time, one student's voice raised in song gave others the courage to persevere.
- The power of hope and one person's determination can change the world.
The Brass Bell
- In Navy SEAL training, there is a brass bell that students can ring to quit.
- If students want to change the world, they must avoid ringing the bell and persevere through the challenges.
Life Lessons
- To change the world, students must start each day with a task completed, find someone to help them through life, respect everyone, and know that life is not fair.
- They must also take risks, step up when times are toughest, face down bullies, lift up the downtrodden, and never give up.
Admiral McRaven's Story
- Admiral McRaven was assigned to the White House as the Director of Strategy and Military Affairs.
- He was tasked with drafting a letter from the President to the Pope, justifying the war in Afghanistan.
- He worked with General Wayne Downing, a legend in special operations, who was the President's point man on the war on terrorism.
The Congressman's Request
- Congressman Dana Rohrabacher asked Admiral McRaven to help with a warlord named Dostum, who needed supplies and airstrikes.
- McRaven was hesitant to get involved, but eventually, supplies were air-dropped into the mountains of Afghanistan.
The Letter to the Pope
- Admiral McRaven finished the letter to the Pope, which was presented to the Papal Nuncio for delivery to the Pope.
- This was a pivotal moment in the war on terrorism.
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The first day of Navy SEAL training, one of the toughest courses of instruction. Students are warned not to quit, and a brass bell hangs as a symbol of surrender.
