In many of my Cardijn speeches I have quoted Joseph Cardijn “YOU CAN CHANGE THE WORLD”, a task often too big to even contemplate. Where do you start? But start we must, if only it makes a simple difference to someone or something.
This week I came across an inspirational speech by retired Admiral William H. McRaven from the US Navy, which connected with Joseph Cardijn’s message. Titled “If you want to change the world – begin by making your bed”. Admiral McRaven explains how his training with the Navy Seals prepared him for life, he explains a philosophy which resonates with me, a powerful attitude which has many applications.
Making your bed is the first task of the day, a simple task but if accomplished it prepares you for the next task and whilst it is a little task in life, it matters and tells you that the little things in life matter and now you are ready for the bigger tasks and get them right. If you have a bad day at least you have a nice bed to go to at the end of the day. Tomorrow would bring a new challenge.
He explains the lessons from his training and how it relates to how you might tackle the challenges of life. He is inspirational and will give you a real lift to the day and how you might make tomorrow a better day.
It is just 6 mins: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G11vVf9nSbc
I would be interested in your thoughts?
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