book: The Hero Code by Admiral William H. McRaven

The Hero Code: Lessons Learned from Lives Well Lived: McRaven, Admiral William H.: 9781538719961: Amazon.com: Books

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Admiral McRaven tells us that it is a moral code and walks us through ten of the core virtues that make up the code. Each virtue has it’s own commitment. 

1. I will always strive to be COURAGEOUS;
   to take one step forward as I confront my fears.
   
   
2. I will work to be HUMBLE;
   to recognize the limits of my intellect, my understanding, and my power.
   
   
3. I will learn to SACRIFICE
   by giving a little of my time, my talent, and my treasure to those in need.
   
   
4. I will be a person of INTEGRITY;
   every decision I make and every action I take will be moral, legal, and ethical.
   
   
5. I will be kind and COMPASSIONATE
   to at least one person every single day and expect nothing in return.
   
   
6. I will never give up on matters that are important
   to me, my family, my country, or my faith. I will PERSEVERE.
   
   
7. Whatever job I am given, whatever DUTY I am bound by,
   I will do it to the best of my ability.
   
   
8. I will use my unique talents to inspire others and give them HOPE
   that tomorrow will be a better day.
   
   
9. I will use HUMOR
   to comfort others, and never be afraid to laugh at myself.
   
   
10. No matter how great or small the offense against me, I will try to FORGIVE.
    I will be the victor, not the victim.

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