In his 2014 Graduation address, Admiral William H. McRaven provides us with 10 lessons on how to change the world:

1. If you want to change the world, remember that are little things in life that make the difference.

2. If you want to change the world, understand the importance of teamwork.

3. If you want to change the world, always measure a person by the size of his hearts, not the size of his flippers.

4. If you want to change the world, always keep moving forward, regardless the difficulties you might be going through.

5. If you want to change the world, don’t be afraid of challenges.

6. If you want to change the world, learn to take risks.

7. If you want to change the world, don’t be afraid to face your fears.

8. If you want to change the world, you must be your very best in the darkest moment.

9. If you want to change the world, never loose hope.

10. If you want to change the world, NEVER QUIT.

Read and listen to Adm. McRaven’s inspiring full speech here

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