Monday, April 12, 2010

Jeffrey Marx






Definitions - We need to redefine these words.
1. Success - what does it mean to be a successful man?
1806 Webster dictionary - prosperous, fortunate, happy, & kind.

2. Coach - what is a coach? 1500's England. A horse drawn carriage with the purpose of transporting a significant person to where that person wants to go, should go, need to be, or ought to be going!

Coach Joe Ehramann All-American. Larger than life on and off the field. Huge heart. His program is about building men for others program.

False Masculinity = Athletic Ability, Sexual Conquest, Economic Success

Strategic Masculinity = Definition =
1. Relationships - express your love and receive love.
2. Transcendent Cause - some how I will contributed to make this world a better place

Females 1. Body type and size 2. Sexual conquest 3. Material possessions economic success Sports build charater only if we place it there strategically. Isolation and confusion. 4000 suicide 86 males. 4% of pop, 25% incarcerated. 39% of children will go to bed tonight without their dad. Materialism. Possessions over people.

Their is a difference between being soft and kind.
Kindness means you are secure enough with yourself to share that with others.

"Banana integrity" be the same on the inside as you are on the outside.

Greatness - the impact you have on other peoples lives. What can I do for you?

Senior boys reads an essay he has prepared. How do I want to be remembered when I die?

Definition of "impossible" is that which cannot be done until someone does it.

Courage is the ability to move on with dignity in the presence of fear.

Great Books for Champions

Players, Parents, and Coaches will enjoy these titles.

Think Like a Champion

Think Like a Champion
"There isn't a better book for athletes on the market!"

The Ultimate Gift

The Ultimate Gift
A terrific book for all ages.

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