| This Months Lesson Principles that will turn "Boys To Men" |
| The following concepts were received by boys on a football team from their coach. We feel that they not only important in the team concept but they are important in life! We at the AAASM feel that if enforced , they will change the lives of boys everywhere! Have your son read these concepts and demand that he use these concepts in his everyday life. Also, reward him when you begin to notice him exercising the principles A New Attitude Dedication Devoted or committed to something. Showing up everyday on TIME! Discipline The ability to behave in a controlled and calm way even in a difficult or stressful situation. Mental self control used in directing or changing behavior, learning something or training for something. The practice or methods of ensuring that people obey rules by teaching them to do so and pushing them if they do not. Doing the right thing at the right time. Determination Firmness of purpose, will or intention. Wanting something so bad, you will do anything to get it. Heart-Spirit The capacity for courage and determination. Someones essential character. What you have inside of you as a person. Optimism The tendency to believe, expect or hope that things will turn out well. The attitude of somebody who feels positive or confident. Always finding the best of every situation. Resilience The ability to recover quickly from setback. Never quitting. Unify The state of being one! |


| When your son begins to practice these concepts in his life, share that with us by sending an email to boys_to_men@aaasm.org We will post your experience |



