Great Words and Perspective from our President and CEO
Our Children are stressed right now, and the typical “discipline dad” and “mad mom” reactions can be mentally detrimental for them during this unprecedented time.
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Studies on children in a variety of settings show conclusively that parental neglect disrupts the ways in which children’s brains develop and process information, thereby increasing the risk for attentional, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral disorders. — Center on the Developing Child, Harvard University
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So, I wanted to transparently share this throwback moment in hopes of encouraging parents who are experiencing a decline in their child’s behavior and/or academics during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Pastor’s kids aren’t the only ones who feel neglected, but also children of CEO’s, Entrepreneurs, Teachers, Doctors, Lawyers, Professional Athletes, Activists, Mentors, Coaches, Actors, Musicians, etc. Two years ago, I too was guilty, and the Holy Spirit had been telling me that my son was feeling neglected—and this one morning it was confirmed.
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After a heart-to-heart conversation, I apologized and reassured my beloved boy that he is my blessing from the Most High and that I would drop it all for him and our family. This is why I’m not quick to jump on a plane for a speaking engagement. #SavingBoys worldwide would profit me nothing, if I lose my own son in the process. Although I am very content with being known for who I am in my home and not what I do in public, I still have to stay on guard against to the grinding lifestyle so that I do not neglect what matters the most.
Lifting
Instead of just telling our children what to do, let’s make time to show them how it’s done.
Allen Iverson and Dwayne Wade showed others that it’s okay to cry like a man.
It really blessed me to see two men openly grieving the loss of their beloved friend.
Experience is the best teacher
It’s a good thing to have a desire to motivate men, but it’s hypocritical when we do not pursue what we advise them to do.
What Is A Girlfriend?
Jason Wilson shows us why it’s imperative that we teach our boys how to rule their emotions, so that they can critically think
Thank you Jeff at Tri-Covery Massage & Flexibility
Yes the path to success will take us through many physical challenges, but trust me, we do not have to live with the pain to make gains!
Upbringing
Sometimes listening is the best way to answer.
Peace Of Mind
“You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You.” — Isaiah 26:3
Boys don’t need to be “scared straight”, they need to be healed
So the next time you see a boy with a hood on inside, don’t berate him—engage him. Our boys don’t need to be “scared straight”, they need to be healed.
Staff Break Room
Our staff break room is almost finished—God is so good!
He Knows And Understand
Trust me—He knows and understands, so don’t fret.
Never Be Discouraged
“I know all the things you do, and I have opened a door for you that no one can close. You have little strength, yet you obeyed my word and did not deny me.” – Rev 3:8
THE POWER OF A FATHER’S PRESENCE
Father’s—just because you’re not in your son’s home, doesn’t mean you can’t be in his life! Please learn how to #CryLikeAMan so that you can release the toxic emotions and trauma preventing you from being the father he needs.
Peace Be Still
“My tears have been my food day and night, while people say to me all day long, “Where is your God?”
Safe Space
This is where the battle begins and is won, for it’s written, “But there is another power within me that is at war with my mind. This power makes me a slave to the sin that is still within me.”- Romans 7:23
One day all men will break free from emotional incarceration
“Sometimes instead of holding back certain things, we should just do. We take stuff for granted… like I don’t talk to you guys as much as I need to.”
Kobe’s Legacy: Fatherhood
For it is written, “Behold, children are a gift of the LORD… Like arrows in the hands of a warrior… how joyful is the man whose quiver is full of them!”
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