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On the TUNNEYSIDE of SPORTS September 2, 2013 #452 Up
Next...Implosions?
After further review...My Alhambra High School (Ca.) principal Dr.
Norm Scherer would often remind our student body that "about 2% of
you are misbehaving and giving our school a bad name". He went on to
say that it was up to 100% of us to maintain proper behavior on and off
campus. He didn't use the word "implode" ("to burst
inward"), but the more modern term was implicit in his
caution.
In today's world it seems to happen to many seeking fame. Lindsay
Lohan (27) in and out of legal trouble and rehab; Amanda Bynes (27) with
a stretch of bad behavior; Justin Bieber (19); Britany Spears (31); each
with well-publicized wrong turns. The list goes on. Is that 2% number
greater in young people with careers who are in show business? Many
sports stars also implode!
Adam "Pacman" Jones, with his violent misadventures in Las
Vegas; Michael Vick in his dog-fighting days; Johnny "Football"
Manziel and his evident poor decisions. Is it fame and huge sums of money
that lure stars into egregious behavior? How can it be corrected?
The answer can be found in good parenting. Unfortunately, that
isn't the background of many celebrities. Sometimes, as was the case at
my high school, individuals deliberately turn away from strong, clear
guidance, if it gets no confrontation at home. A large number of suddenly-wealthy
performers and athletes come from disadvantaged environments or, perhaps,
single-parent homes. But that doesn't mean a positive example can't be
achieved.
The expression
"You can take the boy outa the 'hood', but you can't take the 'hood'
outa the boy", doesn't have to be a truism. There are numerous great
examples of those who have reached beyond negative early environments to
become good citizens. In the absence of good parents, mentors abound. We
all need mentors! How about the sport stars' agents? Unfortunately, many
agents work to get their clients the best salary possible, but fail to
take the time or interest to guide them on a safe path toward personal
success.
The keys to a
long, healthy career, it seems here, are to surround oneself with
positive influences, to listen, and to make smart choices. The good news
is many are doing that. Unfortunately, it's that 2% that hogs all
the publicity.
Will
you recognize and heed the wisdom of those who can help you be truly
successful in life?
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