The Way Forward

Master Life's Toughest Battles and Create Your Lasting Legacy

De: Robert O'Neill, Dakota Meyer

Narrado por: Robert O'Neill, Dakota Meyer

“The Way Forward will help every reader master their own challenges—this is a must-read book!” —Admiral Bill McRaven, U.S. Navy (Retired) and author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Make Your Bed

American Sniper meets Make Your Bed in these life lessons from decorated United States service members and New York Times bestselling authors Robert O’Neill and Dakota Meyer—an in-depth, fearless, and ultimately redemptive account of what it takes to survive and thrive on battlefields from Afghanistan and Iraq to our daily lives, and how the perils of war help us hold onto our humanity.

Rob O’Neill and Dakota Meyer are two of the most decorated and recognized US service members: O’Neill killed the world’s most wanted man, Osama bin Laden, and Meyer was the first living Marine to receive the Medal of Honor since the Vietnam War. But beyond their actions and courage in combat, O’Neill and Meyer also have much in common in civilian life: they are both sought-after public speakers, advocates for veterans, and share a non-PC sense of humor. Combining the best of military memoirs and straight-talking self-help, The Way Forward alternates between O’Neill’s and Meyer’s perspectives, looking back with humor at even the darkest war stories, and sharing lessons they learned along the way.

The Way Forward presents O’Neill and Meyer’s philosophy in combat and life. This isn’t a book about the glory of war and combat, but one about facing your enemies, some who are flesh and blood and some that are not: Your thoughts. Your doubts. Your boredom and your regrets. From Rob’s dogged repetition at the free throw line of his childhood basketball court to Dakota’s pursuit of EMT and firefighter credentials to aid accident victims, these two American heroes turn their experiences into valuable lessons for every reader.

Gritty and down-to-earth, O’Neill and Meyer tell their stories with candor and vulnerability to help readers handle stress, tackle their biggest obstacles, and exceed their expectations of themselves, while keeping life’s battles in perspective with a sense of humor.

©2020 Rob O'Neill and Dakota Meyer (P)2020 HarperAudio

Out of the ordinary. Greatness.

if you ever thought to yourself, I can't. This book will prove you can. These two extraordinary men are who they are because they continue to widdle away at being better every day. There are numerous truths told. My favorite being gas station food is iffy at best. Thank you for sharing gentlemen.

Worth the read!

I enjoyed it, I always like when the actually writer reads his own book. it feels more personal that way.

Wow what a great ride

Wow what a great ride. An emotional roller coaster from start to finish. Thank you

Breaking the Molds

This book was awesome! It is such an incredible experience to hear, directly from individuals and their life-changing journeys. To see two gentlemen who seem to have it all, but be invited behind the curtain and peel back the layers to see the depth of trauma and turmoil was absolutely enlightening. I took away many similarities from my life’s journey, and received a lot of enlightenment on different ways to grow personally. This is a wonderful book I would recommend to all. Thank you gentlemen for your service, your sacrifice, and also making me laugh my tail off.

Fantastic!

Two men who put it all on the line for their nation! We are honored to have you as our brothers! And a great book as well!

Great

wonderful book. like learning about people where they are from and their journey.
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Thank You

Thank you both for sharing your stories. Know that books and reads such as this mean so much to other veterans like myself who only hope they can make a difference in the public school classroom and sports fields and life’s of our youth. It motivates me to try to be a better teacher and coach. God Bless you both and your families.

every American and Vet should listen to this

an example of how tragedies can bring blessings, how blessings aren't always obvious at first.

awesome stuff

loved it, serious at times, comical at times. really struck home with me. thoroughly enjoyed.

Destiny is a choice and an obligation

This narrative is about choices and obligations, how to be a stand up guy without remorse, and moving forward, and taking time to heal, grieve, and have fun.