Resilent Children

Emily Werner, of the University of California, and her colleague Ruth Smith, did an outstanding study over the course of 30 years watching the lives of children and they reacted to adversity. As a coach and parent this is what I face each day. Trying to help young people overcome setbacks.

Check out these articles on how young people from poor backgrounds can overcome bad situations. Both articles do a good job of giving pointers on how to advise and mentor those going through tough stages.

Everyone needs help. Some kids have the resolve and some kids need that arm around the shoulder to help them through the difficult time.

Two articles on Werner and Smith's studies:
Article on Resilent Children 

How to raise emotional children

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Good points on how to motivate others.

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The Jimmy V Speech March 3, 1993

I am excited about our Coaches vs. Cancer tournament this weekend December 18 and 19 because of what the tournament is all about. It is more than just basketball. We are giving a portion of the proceeds of the tournament to the American Cancer Society.

Any one in basketball has heard this speech. Most people in sports have heard this speech. People in all areas of life need to hear this speech.

"Never give up, never give up!"

The Jimmy V Speech

Good day of basketball camp

 

I really appreciate the hard work of my assistant coach, John Aiken who makes everything go around here. He is a super teacher of the game.

The kids had an enjoyable time today for our “Super Shooter” camp and they picked up some good tips and insights to help them with their form and confidence.

Kudos to our freshman that helped out: Jordan Ainsworth, Terrance Stringfellow, Isaiah Rice and Michael Rivers.

Our next camp is January 2nd for 9am to 12:30pm for our “Elite Skills” Camp.

learn this in coaching every single day

"The big rewards come to those who travel
the second, undemanded mile."

Bruce Barton: American advertising executive, U.S. congressman

George Bernard Shaw

It is a battle every day to not live a selfish life. The way we think, act and carry ourselves it is easy to focus on ourselves only and not others.

Here is a perspective that takes the focus off self.

"This is the true joy in life: Being used for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one, being a force of nature instead of a feverish, selfish little clod of ailments and grievances, complaining that the world will not devote itself to making you happy. I am of the opinion that my life belongs to the whole community and, as long as I live, it is my privilege to do for it what I can. It is a sort of splendid torch which I have got hold of for the moment, and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to future generations."

George Bernard Shaw

Great prayer to calm anxiety

Saint Theresa's Prayer

May today there be peace within.

May you trust God that you are exactly where you are meant to be.

May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith.

May you use those gifts that you have received, and pass on the

love that has been given to you.

May you be confident knowing you are a child of God.

Let this presence settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love.