...Tranisha Price Dr. Brennan HUMN 1002 Film Background Report Coach Carter In many sports movies there is some type of resilience and character building that takes place. Playing sports goes hand in hand with resilience and character. These two articles personally talk about the importance of these two topics which tie in with many of the events of the movie. The team in this movie overcame a lot of adversity to prove to everyone else around them that they could do better with the right motivation. They faced the fact that you play and conquer everything as a team; overcoming the bad grades of many and turning that around to get themselves into colleges so that they could pursue better things for their future. Pursuing their dreams against great odds taught them character and to stay tough and stick together through all things. When you go through many different experiences such as Timo going through the death of his older cousin he reacted in a proactive way rather than a reactive one. In Minchew’s article it states that what matters most is how we respond to life’s experiences. He states that proactive people take initiative and assume control of their lives. In the movie instead of Timo continuing on a negative route he decided to go back to the team and do something positive to stay out of trouble. Price 2 Becoming an athlete means you have to have the ability to learn from adversity and triumph over it. In Minchew’s article it states that athletes must learn that they...
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...Adversity with Dyslexia Did you know that 70-80% of people with poor reading skills are likely to be dyslexic? One in five students have a language based learning disability and the most common one is Dyslexia. I am one of those Dyslexic people. To deal with Dyslexia, I had to use some life skills to cope and overcome the adversity. It was hard work, but it paid off because eventually. I felt very proud of myself as my reading improved. Insight and initiative were two key skills that helped me. I found out that I had Dyslexia at age 8 after having some testing done with a psychologist. She explained that Dyslexia was not my fault because it can be caused by the genes you are born with. She told me there was not a cure to make me better but some...
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...Impact of Extracurricular Activity On Students Mitchell Sable University of Detroit Mercy Extracurricular activities are any activities that students participate in outside of the mandatory educational curriculum. Students can participate in extracurricular activities at any age. These activities can be affiliated with the school or be outside of school. Extracurricular activities may include sports teams, special-interest clubs, theater, music, art, work, and volunteering in community service fields. Extracurricular activities are an important topic in today’s society due to colleges and graduate programs looking for ever increasing involvement of students outside of classes. It is important to know how participating in extracurricular activities can increase overall success for individuals. It is also important to discuss if the cost of extracurricular activities are worth the consequences they bring or if the money would be better spent on direct learning. This research paper will focus on students in middle school and high school, and the articles chosen are able to show how extracurricular activities correlate to grades, motivation, and overall success of the student. The article Extracurricular Participation and Academic Outcomes: Testing the Over-Scheduling Hypothesis by Jennifer Fredricks (2011) showed that 10th graders with extracurricular activities exhibited positive effects from them. Students received the greatest improvement in grades from zero to five hours...
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...The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience? (250-650 words) My head was throbbing, muscles were limp, and stomach (successfully) emptied in the garbage bin. It was the notorious sprint set which gotten the best of me once more. I watched the worn faces of my teammates as they prepared themselves to continue the set and dive back into the cold, heavily chlorinated waters. I had been swimming for 11 years at that point and had the most experience in the sport compared to my teammates. As I sat on the bench, my mind began to unravel, and I questioned my ability and motivation to continue. I felt as though I had hit my plateau and was breaking down. That night I sat on my bed trying to put the pieces together of what was happening to me....
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...This only shows how powerful online social media such as YouTube can be. She is definitely America’s gospel sweetheart. 3. Trinity Dawson – With a simple twist of fate, Dawson shifted from playing sports to music due to a sports injury. He is one of the most talked about new gospel artists. Dawson’s messages in his songs clearly reflect the experience of overcoming adversities. His debut album, With All I am, landed at the number four spot of Billboard’s Top Gospel Albums. This Oaklahoma singer is definitely someone you should listen to. 4. Geoffrey Golden – This gospel artist from Cleveland is the winner of season seven of Sunday Best. Golden is known as big man with a big voice and is also a son of a preacher. His album, Kingdom…LIVE!, was released in 2015 and was recorded live in Irving, Texas. Gospel artist, Kirk Franklin, hosted the live show. It became Golden’s ticket to the Billboard Charts and placed number four on the Top Gospel Albums chart. His single, All of My Help, became number 18 on the Gospel Digital...
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...[YES] May be added to a paid or free membership site [YES] May be packaged [NO] May be modified in any way [NO] May be promoted using unethical marketing tactics (SPAM etc) If you have any questions about any of the above, please contact us at info@thesykesgrp.com. http://www.thesykesgrp.com/ – Jump Start Your Success! Fifteen Proven Secrets to Achieving More Success In Your Life! Copyright © The Sykes Group, All Rights Reserved. 2 http://www.thesykesgrp.com/ – Jump Start Your Success! Fifteen Proven Secrets to Achieving More Success In Your Life! Copyright © The Sykes Group, All Rights Reserved. 3 Table of Contents Jump Start Your Success by Mastering Your Mind and Body .. . 3 4 Jump Start Your Success by Overcoming Adversity . . . . ....
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...1. Yes, sport has a unique ability to transcend ‘race, politics or language group.’ Sport ignites feelings of pride and patriotism in its citizens and it thus forms a strong bond within a country. As seen so obviously in 1994 when the winning of the rugby world cup as well as Nelson Mandela wearing the rugby jersey, brought the entire country closer – this ‘gesture of racial reconciliation which meted heart around the country.’ It unified our diverse nation because in that moment everyone was fore-mostly proudly South African. National sporting events remind the citizens of a country of their common link (to their country) and this feeling of being connected by something bigger than any individual, unifies a nation. 2.1 Image 2: The 1994 Rugby World Cup held in South Africa – when the Springboks won the finals and Nelson Mandela was there to...
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...It's complicated, perhaps. It will require from you the all your strength, and even more. Otherwise, you would not have taken it over. It's about how to get your body working at full using proven techniques of self-hypnosis. 3 proven ways to achieve even the most difficult objectives The main commandment of the Gym Jones: "it all starts with the head. If your mind is strong, your body will be strong, too. You'll be able to cope with stress, suffering, adversity, be able to make sacrifices, to surpass yourself. So you grow up on yourself, reach your goals in every training session and will break all barriers "- a monologue heard by Gym Jones in Salt Lake City (USA) by its director Rob McDonald. Also I want the mind to be strong. Read more details what Rob MacDonald shares....
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...Overcoming Adversity First Monday conditioning as Coach Coss yells, “Groups of three!” The entire room besides the freshman body knows what is about to come. Not anymore dreaded but the long awaited “Monkey Rolls.” The most intense minute of your life. Not only do you feel accomplished by it afterwards, but after doing five to six sets in a row, do you feel unstoppable? It is the first Monday practice of the 2023-2024 wrestling season. Everyone is super excited to get back into the new season and are eager to get back into shape. Most of the returning wrestlers are aware of how the beginning of new seasons are. As for me, I am aware that I am already through my freshman year. Getting into a new season of wrestling is always a challenge. Unlike...
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...achieve this is called awareness meditation. To perform this, first make sure to sit comfortably and focus on your breath. If your mind starts to drift, simply shift your focus back as you notice it, and do this without judgment or frustration. Make sure to observe your emotions and let them pass through you without resistance. Having these types of experiences and meeting them with nonjudgmental thoughts will allow you to see the anxiety more clearly and pinpoint the root of the problem; this can make the adversity of stress easier to overcome. For example, being in touch with your anxiety and allowing it to move through your body without resistance is a key stepping stone in overcoming it. Accepting your anxieties and knowing it will pass can decrease stress levels and allow you to become more comfortable in your present situation. If this method is not something you would want to try, there are many other different ways to achieve mindfulness. Doing activities such as yoga or sports can be something where you are able to find that place in your consciousness of complete focus. It allows you to come away from the stresses of your day and have your mind singularly focused on the task at hand. Plus being active is a great way to stay in shape and keep yourself healthy. Finally, if none of these methods seem appealing to you, then you should try holistic therapy. This is a treatment that can be performed by a specialist and promotes the overall wellness of the patient. It is a way to...
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...2008 for “It’s Not for Me To Say.” In 2003, the Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences awarded him the Lifetime Achievement Award. He was also awarded the Society of Singers Lifetime Achievement Award in 2006. In 2007, Mathis was inducted into the Hit Parade Hall of Fame. In 2014, he was inducted into the Great American Songbook Hall Of Fame. Impressions With his God-given talent, there is no wonder that he has received so many accomplishments and awards. His knowledge and skill in music led to his achieving success. Marks of recognition have been given in honor of his achievements, and he appreciates the people who have helped him. Mathis continues to be in a league of his own. Challenges In Life Despite overcoming odds from his humble beginnings and becoming a world celebrity, Mathis had his share of obstacles. He dealt with stage fright, chemical addiction, and homophobics. For the first 20 years...
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...Manchester United lost the Premier League title on the last day of the season, but they still lay claim to another title, though: The world’s most valuable sports team. Forbes estimates Manchester United (Man Utd) is now worth $2.23 billion, 19% more than No. 2 Real Madrid, which is worth $1.88 billion. *What are the main sources of equity for the Man Utd? Brand equity is the most important asset of organization. Why a number of world-wide fans are fanatical about Man Uted? It is hard to choose the one thing, but I’d like to tell that Man Utd’s main source of brand equity is ‘Good Perceived Quality.’ Perceived quality drives financial performance, often a major strategic thrust of products, and linked to and often drives other aspects of how a brand is perceived. Man Utd had a lot of hardships and was in adversity in their history. Overcoming many troubles, they played interestingly and have a lot of talented players, so this gives the people catharsis when they watch aggressive and dynamic matches of Man Utd. Thereby getting across this perceived quality to people, they love Man Uted as a brand. **What does Man Utd’s CBBE pyramid look like? 1. Brand Identity: Salience- England premier league football team 2. Brand Meaning Performance- with talented players, excellent performing foot ball team, landed many kinds of championships during long time. Imagery for the public- self-esteem when customer using, wearing their items historical, experienced Imagery...
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...Jordan Murry 4/24/14 Sociology of Sport 233- Final Paper Undefeated Sociological Analysis It is my honor to be doing my first submission of a topic based on the sociological aspects of the sports world in this month’s addition of Sports Illustrated. First off, let me start by saying “Undefeated” was an excellent film choice to look at from a sociological perspective. Not only does this film posses multiple theories and sociological concepts, but it also has real-life stories built into the film. The viewer almost feels a personal relationship with these characters by how detailed and up close the documentary is. The first theory that the film shows is the conflict theory. The Manassas High School football team is in Memphis, Tennessee. The team is compiled of poor inter-city kids in the western Memphis region. The Manassas Tigers football program has had a reputation for being an “easy win” on the opponents’ schedule for the last 110 years. The explanation for the consecutive failing seasons was due to the prominent power plant in Manassas shutting down. This caused the population rate to rapidly decline, thus resulting in an extreme loss of student athletes. The town, school, and football program never recovered because of this reputation. Meanwhile, a couple miles down the road in towns like Westwood and Munford, the football programs flourished because of the large population. These towns prospered because of a vast array of available jobs creating wealthy...
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...Seven years later, the discipline and drive embodied in my ten-year-old self has gotten me to where I am today. Through adversity and plight, I broke the cultural barrier that haunted my conscience daily, deliberately and successfully overcoming my previous childhood fears. Life is about opportunities and living in the moment! When presented with a challenge, you have two options, fight it or embrace it. I chose to embrace it, and I will never regret it! As Brooke Shields says, “Don't waste a minute not being happy. If one window closes, run to the next window- or break down a door.” I look forward to embracing more of life’s challenges, running to the next windows and ready and willing to break down as many doors as necessary to make my dreams come...
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...is an escape; time to sit back and become someone else. However, once in a rare moment then a movie comes out that is not just foe entertainment and dares to address a controversial issue. “The Blind Side” and “Precious” are two movies that I was very surprised at my reaction to them. My reasons for wanting to see both movies were as different as night and day. I went to see the “Blind Side” because it is based on a true story and Sandra Bullock is the leading lady. Yet, “Precious” doesn’t have a famous leading lady, but the previews were so intense and so realistic that it pulled me in. “The Blind Side” and “Precious” are movies about over-weight, illiterate, poverty stricken African-American teenagers and their struggles to overcome adversity. Have we seen movies like these before? What makes either one of these movies so alike yet so different? Both movies were accused of stereotyping and racism. One movie can be compared to a rag to riches (The Blind Side”) story as the other a phoenix rising (‘Precious”). Unlike “The Blind Side”, “Precious” isn’t afraid of presenting a valuable message to society. Director Lee Daniels has been heavily criticized for his style and script to the extent of being called an “Uncle Tom”. This film was classified by many as a stereotype of all African-Americans. There are those who argued that this movie will only bring the African-American culture two steps backwards in their efforts to overcome cultural barriers. I totally disagree. “Precious”...
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