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Thursday, December 18, 2025
US Sports CoachLab Tennis: FUNDAMENTALS OF STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING FOR TENNIS
FUNDAMENTALS OF STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING FOR TENNIS
by Costa PerformanceDescription
Off Court Presentation Topics Covered: On Court Demonstration Topics Covered:
- Long Term Athletic Development - Proper way to Build a Warm Up
- Importance of a Proper Season - What to look for prematch/practice/training
- Importance of Sport Specific Training - Examples of Tennis Specific Exercises
- Science Behind Warm Up and Cool Down - Areas to focus on/ What makes in "sport Specific"
- Questions and Dialogue - What to Look for in a Cool Down/Proper ways to Recover
The Rock Almighty. TIMELINE FOR SALVATION and Tis' The Season For Christian Nationalists?
There is a timeline for accepting salvation, it extends from today until the day you die. I address this issue because of the uncertainty of death that faces each of us. I pose, that it is not an issue you want to face with your last breath. You most certainly will make a choice, either today, when you can say it, or face it on a tomorrow that may be a little late.
When one is given the blessing of feeling strong in the spirit of Christ, it represents no more than a wisp of the glory we expect to experience in Heaven. I say this because, the small tastes of this glory as a reward for faith, while we are still among the living, gives witness to the power of God’s influence in the state of our being. Thru his words he imparts to us, a supernaturally infused dose of his Holy Spirit, which in turn, creates a calmness of spirit that makes one immune to the surrounding chaos. You experience a state of mind that gives meaning to, “you can only kill me once”. Once you can say, “Oh death where is your sting?” You spend the rest of your life knowing, “Death was indeed, the last enemy to be defeated”.
Death no longer has the power to instill fear or apprehension in the soul so fortified. Instead, it becomes no more than a doorway, before which Jesus, the Christ, fulfills his promise to stand before the door of judgment. We have the assurance from God the father, that his Son could present a sure advocacy for our sins, having paid for them with a sacrifice agreed on by both the Father and the Son. With such advocacy, death no longer stands in position of influence. It became as nothing more than a symbol referencing a transition built into the human experience of consciousness.
Paul's quotes in 1 Corinthians 1:31: “Therefore, as it is written: ‘Let the one who boasts boast in the Lord.’”
It is for this reason I dare boast to those who may be lukewarm in their faith, and ask a question I have asked, and answered for myself. I’m just suggesting an alternate answer based on my experience.
I question if you've considered whether or not the motivations that so alluringly distract you from your own pleading spirituality, are of value enough to risk damnation. It seems a reasonable question, since it carries no judgment or harmful intent. The question merely expresses one’s concern for a fellow being. It does not preach; it does not judge. It assumes that you are aware of your actions. The question is, do you realize that at death, your actions will have spoken louder than words? if not, sooner or later, either before death or after, all of us will bear witness to ourselves. No lies, no excuses, no justifications, revealing our naked truths fully exposed to our consciences in the sight of God. The neglected Holy Spirit of God looks on bearing witness to quaking souls as they judge themselves.
There will be those of you who will think my words are spoken in arrogance, and there will be those of you who may recognize the truth, God, does indeed fulfill his promises! I witness nothing more than that which has proven true, making the reverence we give our Holy Words well founded in truth. Now, whether you are one who is relating to these words as they regard the truth in the Bible, I witness with you that they are true. If you are one who takes his faith lightly, I warn, the words are true. If you are one who treats the word of God with disdain, I pray for you, because the words are true.
So, as the apostle Paul teaches us what is acceptable, and I believe his words, I boast of what the Lord has done for me!
I witness the above as a sinner whose redemption came about just as promised by Jesus.
Titus 3:5 – “He saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy.”
Jeremiah 9:24, where God says:
“Let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows me...”
1 Peter 1:9, “You are receiving the end result of your faith, the salvation of your souls.”
Ephesians 2:8 – “For by grace you have been saved through faith—and this is not from yourselves; it is the gift of God.”
Luke 19:9 – Jesus says to Zacchaeus, “Today salvation has come to this house.”
Hebrews 3:7 (KJV): “Today if ye will hear his voice, harden not your hearts…”
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
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The Rock Almighty Being Grateful Now: Healing Addiction with Gratitude and Where's God During All These School Shootings?
“Gratitude is the key to a happy life because if we are not grateful, then no matter how much we have, we will not be happy—because we will always want to have something else or something more.”
—Louise Hay
Gratitude is often spoken of in passing—a feel-good concept, a polite social norm, or a seasonal practice around holidays. But in Life Loves You, Louise Hay and Robert Holden reframe gratitude as something far more profound. In Chapter Five, “Being Grateful Now,” they reveal that gratitude is a transformative spiritual principle, a path to deep healing, and a daily practice that reconnects us to the truth of our being: that we are safe, supported, and loved—right now.
This chapter is a call to awaken gratitude in the present moment—not when life looks perfect, not when all our goals are met, not once we are healed, but now. This message carries especially deep significance for individuals struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, or a low sense of self-worth, as gratitude offers not only a perspective shift but a powerful healing vibration that can begin to unravel even the darkest emotional states.
Gratitude as a Path to Presence and Power
“Being Grateful Now” begins with the understanding that gratitude is not just an emotion but a state of awareness—a lens through which we can choose to see life. According to Louise Hay, gratitude anchors us in the present moment, the only place where true healing and change can occur. When we are grateful, we stop resisting life. We stop blaming the past or fearing the future. We align ourselves with what is good, true, and real—right here, right now.
Robert Holden describes gratitude as an “inner power” that activates joy, courage, and creativity. He writes that “gratitude doesn’t change the facts, but it changes our relationship to the facts.” This is a subtle but powerful distinction. Life’s external circumstances may remain the same, but our inner experience of those circumstances can be radically altered by choosing to see through the lens of appreciation.
This idea echoes a central teaching in addiction recovery and mental health treatment: our perception creates our experience. Gratitude does not deny pain—it transforms our relationship to it. Gratitude opens the heart to possibility, even in moments of despair.
Gratitude in the Face of Addiction and Emotional Pain
For individuals battling substance use or mental health issues, gratitude may feel like a foreign or even impossible concept. When someone is consumed by emotional pain, shame, guilt, self-hatred, or hopelessness, the suggestion to “be grateful” can sound hollow or dismissive. However, Hay and Holden acknowledge this resistance and gently guide the reader to see that gratitude is not a denial of pain but a doorway through it.
They point out that the very act of choosing gratitude—even in the smallest ways—begins to shift the energetic vibration of the mind and body. This principle aligns beautifully with what many addiction counselors observe: when clients begin to practice gratitude intentionally, even in the early, raw stages of recovery, their thinking begins to shift from despair to empowerment, from fear to hope.
Gratitude in recovery may begin with the simplest things:
• “I’m grateful to be alive today.”
• “I’m grateful for this cup of coffee.”
• “I’m grateful for this moment of peace.”
• “I’m grateful I reached out for help.”
Each grateful thought is like a light breaking through the fog. Over time, this growing awareness of what is working, what is good, and what is beautiful, slowly rewires the brain and reopens the heart.
The Role of Gratitude in Healing Self-Worth
Louise Hay consistently taught that all healing begins with self-love. However, many individuals with addiction or mental illness carry a deep sense of unworthiness. Gratitude, then, becomes a steppingstone to self-love. By acknowledging the gifts in our life—even in our own being—we begin to shift from self-criticism to self-acknowledgment.
For example, a client in recovery who says, “I’m grateful for my strength,” is affirming their inner power. When someone says, “I’m grateful I asked for help,” they are acknowledging their growth. Each act of gratitude becomes a mirror reflecting our intrinsic value, rather than our perceived flaws.
Hay and Holden encourage readers to begin a daily gratitude ritual—not as a forced task, but as an act of love and awareness. For individuals in recovery, this practice can be life-saving. It reframes the day not around what’s missing or broken, but around what is present, good, and growing.
Gratitude and the Law of Attraction
Another essential message in this chapter is that gratitude aligns us with the energy of abundance. Louise Hay, deeply influenced by metaphysical teachings, taught that what we focus on expands. When we focus on lack, we attract more scarcity. When we focus on fear, we manifest more reasons to be afraid. But when we focus on gratitude, we vibrate with abundance, trust, and joy—and life responds in kind.
For someone in early recovery, life may still feel chaotic, uncertain, or painful. But Hay teaches that even in such times, we have the power to shift our energy through gratitude. By focusing on what we do have—our breath, our willingness, our growth—we begin to attract more experiences that reflect that vibration.
In this way, gratitude becomes a healing frequency. It creates a vibrational match with the life we desire to build: a life of peace, love, sobriety, connection, and purpose.
Practical Tools: Gratitude Exercises for Healing
Chapter Five also includes practical ways to cultivate gratitude, which can be adapted for use in therapy, recovery groups, journaling, or personal reflection. Here are a few core practices from the book and how they apply to addiction and mental health treatment:
- Gratitude Journaling
Write down 3–10 things you’re grateful for each day. Focus on small things and moments. For individuals in recovery, this might include:
• A good night’s sleep
• A conversation with a sponsor
• Being sober another day
• Feeling an emotion without numbing it
Therapeutic benefit: Builds positive emotional awareness, rewires the brain for optimism, and counters the negative bias of depression or trauma.
- Gratitude Mirror Work
Look into a mirror and say: “I am grateful for you. I love you. I appreciate you.”
Therapeutic benefit: Builds self-compassion, softens self-hate, and helps restore damaged self-image—a critical component in addiction recovery.
- Gratitude Letters
Write a letter to someone (living or not) expressing appreciation for how they’ve impacted your life.
Therapeutic benefit: Heals unresolved emotions, supports forgiveness, and deepens emotional insight and connection.
- Gratitude Walks
Take a walk and, with each step, name something you’re grateful for—trees, breath, warmth, stillness.
Therapeutic benefit: Connects mind and body, promotes mindfulness, and grounds the individual in the present.
These simple tools, practiced consistently, can help rebuild a life centered not on what’s wrong, but on what’s meaningful, possible, and loved.
Gratitude, Forgiveness, and Freedom
One of the most moving parts of this chapter is the connection drawn between gratitude and forgiveness. Gratitude helps us shift from blame to understanding, from resentment to peace. Hay and Holden write that when we are truly grateful for our life, we stop needing to control it or hold on to the past. We begin to see that even the painful experiences have taught us something. This is not about excusing harm—it’s about reclaiming power.
In addiction recovery, forgiveness is essential. Many individuals carry guilt over their past actions, resentment toward others, and grief for what was lost. Gratitude becomes a bridge—softening these wounds and preparing the heart to release what no longer serves.
It’s impossible to hate yourself and be grateful for yourself at the same time. When gratitude enters, healing begins.
Reclaiming Joy through Appreciation
Another insight from Chapter Five is that joy is found in the act of appreciating life. Hay and Holden remind us that happiness is not found in achieving something “out there”—it’s found by recognizing what is already here.
This is a vital teaching for individuals with mental health issues like depression or anxiety, which often involve ruminating on the past or catastrophizing the future. Gratitude pulls us into the now. It reminds us that beauty exists even in imperfection, and that joy can be found in the smallest of moments.
Recovery is not only about abstaining from substances or managing symptoms—it’s about reclaiming joy, meaning, and wholeness. Gratitude becomes the path back to these experiences.
Final Reflections: Gratitude Is a Spiritual Practice
In the final pages of Chapter Five, Hay and Holden return to a universal truth: gratitude is a spiritual doorway. It brings us closer to our Source, our Higher Power, or God. It reminds us that we are never alone. Life is not against us—it’s always loving us, guiding us, and giving us what we need to grow.
For someone in addiction recovery or navigating mental illness, this truth can be difficult to believe at first. But gratitude helps bridge the gap. With each grateful breath, we move from fear to faith, from self-loathing to self-love, from despair to hope.
Louise Hay taught that the more grateful we are, the more present we become. And the more present we become, the more we can experience the truth that life loves us—right now.
Closing Thoughts
“Being Grateful Now” is more than a chapter—it’s a call to live differently. It’s an invitation to reclaim the present moment as a place of peace, power, and possibility. For individuals struggling with addiction or mental health issues, it offers not just hope, but a practice—a way to reframe suffering and rediscover the sacredness of life.
Even when life feels broken, gratitude is a reminder that we are still whole. Even when we feel lost, gratitude is the compass that brings us back to the heart.
So begin today. Choose one thing—just one—to be grateful for. Let that be the light that leads you forward. Let that be your medicine. And trust, as Louise Hay reminds us:
“Life loves you. And so do I.”
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
The Rock Almighty: Manufactured Unhappiness and Fight Like Heaven!
Be gracious to me, O Lord, for I am in distress;
My eye is wasted away from grief, and my soul and body also. Psalm 31:9
“Let's face it there is a segment amount of people in this world whose happiness depends on how other people make them feel, and what material thing or trend is trending. Buying a home, or car, starting a business, losing weight, being in a relationship, having a child, or getting a pet.”
Having these things is great, Should I be so lucky to have acquired some of these things one day? “Do I need to have all these things before I am happy?” No!
Being happy before acquiring material things or the attention of another human being consistently should not have to take place or be in place for you/me to be happy.
“What if you have achieved some of or all of these things and for some unforeseen reason you lose all these things, does your happiness go away also?” Way before these things came into your life, my life we should be happy. So what if I weigh 10, or 20 pounds more than I should? Should I start an unhappy campaign? I still look good! That makes me very happy! Happiness starts with the self, that inner being!
I haven’t received my Lexus sports car with no car payment yet! The car I do have right now is in great condition and runs just fine with no car payment. “The way I look at it, I’m driving so I’m good. I’m happy!”
As long as I can remember I have been responsible for my happiness. From being a child living in that group home to my twenties and thirties living by myself, it was just me my plants, and the cat.
“Not having will teach you to appreciate what you do have. You know, the things a lot of us take for granted like peace of mind, good health, family, and God.
I ask myself, What about those people who just wallow in being unhappy? Do these people manufacture their unhappiness? Do they wake up in the morning and make a conscious decision to be unhappy even before their feet hit the floor? I only asked the question because we are blessed with the power of choice. We can choose to be happy or unhappy, I choose to be happy.
In the book Positive Thinking By Norman Vincent Peale. The author suggested that we manufacture our unhappiness, not saying all happiness is self-created. Yet it is a fact that to a large extent by our thoughts and attitudes, we distill out of the ingredients of life either happiness or unhappiness.
As a society why are we so unhappy?
I have seen people dressed to the nines, driving around in nice cars, having great careers, and even having social standing in the community, and they still wear unhappiness like a badge. They can find something to be unhappy about. They make the conscious decision to choose to be unhappy, it is their choice.
When you are all about yourself, having that what about me state of mind and never thinking of others is a sure way to stay in a state of unhappiness.
Acting like you don’t need God in your daily life is a sure sign of unhappiness. God is love and He loves us even when we don’t even deserve it, what part of that should cause you unhappiness of any kind?
The thoughts we think play a huge part in our unhappiness/happiness. Proverbs 17:22 A merry heart is like good medicine, but a crushed spirit drys up the bones. Unhappiness causes discomfort in our bodies it causes us to have diseases and sickness. An unforgiving heart will make you sick and unhappy.
So if you are lucky enough to wake up tomorrow and your plans for the day are to manufacture some unhappiness. Before you do remember this.
Happiness is a state of mind, a choice, and a way of living. It is not something to be achieved, it is something to be experienced.
Monday, December 15, 2025
The Rock Almighty Monday: The Joy Of Gift Giving and The Start Of Another Dominating Week....
The holiday season is a time for celebrating, gathering together with family and friends and gift giving. Now that the leaves are falling and the holiday season is rapidly approaching, I am again faced with the joy and anticipation of gift giving, and you are probably feeling the same.
Once, the giving of gifts solely represented the expression of love, friendship, and regard for the receiver. Only in the past century has this giving of gifts turned into a major commercial venture, the keystone of the consumer economy. Already media advertisements attempt to persuade us to purchase beautiful and wonderful baubles and things and whatnots, much of which will only end up in storage in the basement. Consequently, because we tend to get caught in the hustle and bustle of shopping and sales and blue light specials, we forget about the true reason for the season which is sharing the love of JESUS CHRIST!
Here are some general guidelines to follow when giving gifts:
LIMIT THE NUMBER OF GIFTS TO ANY ONE PERSON
This can be an especially challenging temptation when it comes to giving to children. Give one or two meaningful gifts rather than many, especially if you are on a tight budget.
MAKE EACH GIFT UNIQUE and MEMORABLE
This requires a little more thought on your part than just running to the store and buying the first thing that catches your eye. That does'nt mean that it need be an expensive gift, but something of quality.When considering what gift to get for someone who has everything, think about unique gift ideas throughout the year and jot them down in a notebook or journal.
FIND OUT WHAT THE RECIPIENT REALLY LIKES
Often we think of giving gifts in terms of the gifts we would like to receive. The idea is to think in terms of unique gifts that the recipient would be thrilled to receive.
BUY THE RECIPIENT WHAT THEY WANT
When giving a gift to a loved one, buy them something from their wish list. You definitely need to keep your eyes opened and your ears tuned in. Listen carefully when the person makes references to unique gifts that would love to own.My husband had been taking about owning a brand new red Corvette. So last Christmas, I went to Wal-Mart and purchased one for him. He really loves it and has it proudly displayed on a shelf. But seriously, be sensitive to the person's wants and desires.
THE MOST IMPORTANT THING
The most important thing is giving the gift from your heart. Trust your judgement and don't worry about whether or not the gift is perfect. If you think the person will like it, chances are they will. You will find that the greatest joy of gift-giving comes in the happiness your thoughtfulness brings to others, so relax, have fun, and enjoy the holidays!
Sunday, December 14, 2025
The Rock Almighty. The Joy Of Gift Giving and Sunday Sermon: Gay Black Santa Claus Book IN SCHOOL!?
Connie Raines
The holiday season is a time for celebrating, gathering together with family and friends and gift giving. Now that the leaves are falling and the holiday season is rapidly approaching, I am again faced with the joy and anticipation of gift giving, and you are probably feeling the same.
Once, the giving of gifts solely represented the expression of love, friendship, and regard for the receiver. Only in the past century has this giving of gifts turned into a major commercial venture, the keystone of the consumer economy. Already media advertisements attempt to persuade us to purchase beautiful and wonderful baubles and things and whatnots, much of which will only end up in storage in the basement. Consequently, because we tend to get caught in the hustle and bustle of shopping and sales and blue light specials, we forget about the true reason for the season which is sharing the love of JESUS CHRIST!
Here are some general guidelines to follow when giving gifts:
LIMIT THE NUMBER OF GIFTS TO ANY ONE PERSON
This can be an especially challenging temptation when it comes to giving to children. Give one or two meaningful gifts rather than many, especially if you are on a tight budget.
MAKE EACH GIFT UNIQUE and MEMORABLE
This requires a little more thought on your part than just running to the store and buying the first thing that catches your eye. That does'nt mean that it need be an expensive gift, but something of quality.When considering what gift to get for someone who has everything, think about unique gift ideas throughout the year and jot them down in a notebook or journal.
FIND OUT WHAT THE RECIPIENT REALLY LIKES
Often we think of giving gifts in terms of the gifts we would like to receive. The idea is to think in terms of unique gifts that the recipient would be thrilled to receive.
BUY THE RECIPIENT WHAT THEY WANT
When giving a gift to a loved one, buy them something from their wish list. You definitely need to keep your eyes opened and your ears tuned in. Listen carefully when the person makes references to unique gifts that would love to own.My husband had been taking about owning a brand new red Corvette. So last Christmas, I went to Wal-Mart and purchased one for him. He really loves it and has it proudly displayed on a shelf. But seriously, be sensitive to the person's wants and desires.
THE MOST IMPORTANT THING
The most important thing is giving the gift from your heart. Trust your judgement and don't worry about whether or not the gift is perfect. If you think the person will like it, chances are they will. You will find that the greatest joy of gift-giving comes in the happiness your thoughtfulness brings to others, so relax, have fun, and enjoy the holidays!
Saturday, December 13, 2025
US Sports Track & Field Demystification of Speed Training - Jonas Dodoo
Demystification of Speed Training - Jonas Dodoo
by Track Football Consortium TFC
Description
Want to make your athletes faster? Then you've come to the right place! In this course, Coach Jonas Dodoo offers his Speedworks training to show how his program can truly make your athletes stronger and faster. On top of that he even offers:
- Debunking training myths
- Case Studies on acceleration and improvements
- Ways to prevent and minimize injury
With all of this, your athletes are sure to become faster, stronger, and have better acceleration with any sport they play.
The Coach
Coach Jonas Dodoo is a world renowned sprints coach who is known for his technical expertise in sprinting.
Jonas developed his passion for speed and power at Hartbury College while being taught by and studying Coach Dan Pfaff. Coach Dodoo has worked with mutiple elite athletes across a range of different sports, while his main successes have been in Olympians and World Champions in track & field. He currently has a group of elite of sprinters from the National Institute at Loughborough and he is also a consultant at Premiership, Championship Football, and Rugby clubs working with their staff and first team players.
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