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| Volume 2, Issue 10 | October 2003 |
| Jeff Yalden | |||||
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Your Voice Matters As I travel the United States it has become evident that young people have good opinions and should be used as credible resources. I not only speak to over half a million youth annually but, I ALSO LISTEN! They are intelligent, knowledgeable, and capable and so are the caring adults who try to lead them in positive directions. It is my hope that this newsletter reaches over 50,000 people this year giving a voice to young people and the adults who guide them. The goal is to bring together youth and adult leaders by providing stories, comments and other educational resources. I thank you for your support and encourage you to use and pass this newsletter on to anyone you think would benefit. I offer thoughts and opinions and in no way intend to offend or insult anyone. I am sure you understand. Should you like to add something that you think would benefit the masses of in-purpose people please feel free to email me at jeffyalden@aol.com. When you state the truth, you succeed. It is so important, especially as role models, to act and speak the truth so that our young people know it still exists. State the truth and people will believe you and follow you. For example, if you exaggerate a problem to increase your income or personal gain, you run into problems. People can sense the lie, no matter how sincere you act. If you are caught, the penalties are painful and long lasting. You must look people in the eye, without hesitation, and be truthful in dealing with all situations. (top) Integrity means you stick to your personal code of conduct. You stick to what you decide is right and wrong. When you live with integrity, you succeed. You are open and honest. Your life is uncomplicated and less stressful. When you have good integrity you have no reason to lie. You can look at yourself in the mirror. You have nothing to hide. What is personal integrity? Personal integrity is this simple. If honesty is to tell the truth than integrity is to live the truth. You can look integrity up in the dictionary and it will tell you words like completeness, wholesomeness, etc. Keep it simple - your integrity is who you are in the dark. It is who you are when there is nobody watching. It is what you would do if you knew that you would never be found out. No one needs to tell you what is right or wrong. You can see and decide for yourself. You know the truth when you see it. You know you are using integrity when you look in a mirror. When you deceive your partner or friends, you both lose a little. If you lie to your spouse or friends, you lose a little. Whenever you abandon what you know to be true, you lose. (top) 7 Benefits of Living with Integrity 1. When you stick to what you know is right or wrong, you donāt regret anything you have done. 2. People follow your example and act more honestly. 3. Your powers of observation are more accurate. You can see the truth about others more easily. 4. No need to keep your stories straight as your stories are facts. Less mental work is required. 5. You have fewer personality conflicts with others even when you are aggressive. 6. When you make a mistake, it is easy to accept responsibility and move forward. 7. You earn the reputation as a person with integrity. For example, employees brag about honest bosses. (top) Today's youth are more concerned with their rights and their privileges than their responsibilities and their obligations. Whose fault is this? I think it is the responsibility of the parents. They need to start holding their kids responsible for their actions, circumstances, conditions, but most importantly the choices they make. When our youth learn to accept responsibility it will be then and only then that they will have the power to change their future. It is time we stop babying our youth and start preparing our youth. If they don't learn to take responsibility today, they will not take responsibility tomorrow. (top) It was right before the big one and the
football player said, "So help us Lord to win this game, And as his body knelt in prayer, "They say you never help teams win, "The reason I can't help you win," "I'm everybody's father and "But that doesn't mean you shouldn't pray," "And then I won't just watch the game, And while the player heard this voice, "You shall be blessed," the Lord replied, -Sandy Dow Mapula
I've seen death stare me in my own eyes I've heard many screams and many cried After death has come and gone I've seen my share of tombstones Under the personās name Yes, I see the name of the person But thinking about the individual So when you begin to chart your life -Alton Mayden The Jeff Yalden Experience? .. Priceless! "This is just a note to say thank you for the best teacher/staff in-service I have attended. Our staff loved you! Your message is so powerful for all and we hope to have you back to speak to our student body." -
Maxie Morgan Coy Wire - An Excellent Role Model for Youth Jeff Yalden supports his good friend and Buffalo Bill - Coy Wire - a graduate of Stanford University and a third round draft pick of the Bills. Coy in his rookie year surpassed all expectations from the Buffalo Bills and started in every game. He is a great athlete, role model, and person. His character, unselfishness, and loyalty to his family and friends sets a great example for young people. For more information on Coy and his foundation please visit the www.CoyWireFoundation.com. (top) Jeff's Upcoming Schedule
For my complete schedule, please visit my website - www.jeffyalden.com - and browse through the months.
You can help me to schedule schools by kindly passing my name around to
people you know in education. I would truly appreciate your help. It has
always been word of mouth that has been my best advertisement. Have a great month! Your friend for life, Jeff (top) |
The Portable Jeff:
Keep It Simple - A Teenagers Guide to Life This book embodies the Jeff Yalden philosophy. Since 2000, this book has sold thousands of copies both within the continental US and internationally. "Life isn't complicated, we complicate life".. Read more.. (and for ordering information)
Traits of a Leader - A Character Based Workbook for Student Leaders This book covers the most important elements on the subject of character to help you become the kind of person you want to be. Read more.. (and for ordering information)
LEAD NOW or Step Aside! A must-read for student educators and leaders - written by Jeff and 15 of today's top education speakers. Read more.. (and for ordering information) Preview Jeff
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