L.A. Times Lakers Moments

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 LA Times – Laker moments The LA Times recently printed this blast-from-the-past picture of NBA Iron Man A.C. Green, sharing a few snippets about his iron will to compete, as well as his equally strong commitment to abstinence. Check out the story here.
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Tiger Woods, Meet A.C. Green

Thursday, December 10, 2009 Interesting article from the LA Times today: Tiger Woods, meet A.C. Green By Chris Erskine December 10, 2009 More amazing than reports of the golfer’s transgressions is how the Lakers’ forward kept to his personal code during the ‘Showtime’ years.
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What’s So Important About Character?

Tuesday, May 23, 2006 Choosing abstinence is about making good decisions. Making good decisions is all about character. It’s been said that character is who you are when you’re alone. In other words, who you are alone reveals a bit of your true self. Something else that’s importa
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Character Traits A-C

Monday, May 15, 2006 Alertness vs. Carelessness  Being aware of what is taking place around me so I can have the right responses. Attentiveness vs. Distraction Showing the worth of a person or task by giving my undivided concentration. Availability vs. Self-centeredness  Making my own schedule and
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Character Traits D-F

Sunday, May 14, 2006 Decisiveness vs. Procrastination The ability to recognize key factors and finalize difficult decisions. Deference vs. Rudeness Limiting my freedom so I do not offend the tastes of those around me. Dependability vs. Inconsistency Fulfilling what I consented to do, even if it mean
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Character Traits G-K

Thursday, May 11, 2006 Generosity vs. Stinginess Carefully managing my resources so I can freely give to those in need. Gentleness vs. Harshness Showing consideration and personal concern for others. Gratefulness vs. Unthankfulness Letting others know by my words and actions how they have benefited
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Character Traits L-R

Tuesday, May 9, 2006 Loyalty vs. Unfaithfulness Using difficult times to demonstrate my commitment to those I serve. Meekness vs. Anger Yielding my personal rights and expectations with a desire to serve. Obedience vs. Willfulness Quickly and cheerfully carrying out the direction of those who are re
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Six Pillars of Character

Tuesday, May 2, 2006 Trustworthiness Be honest Don’t deceive, cheat or steal. Be reliable – do what you say you’ll do. Have the courage to do the right thing. Build a good reputation. Be loyal – stand by your family, friends and country. Respect Treat others with respect; fol
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New Beginnings

by A.C. Green “It’s up to you. That’s the great thing – no one else can make your character” The New Year is always a time of new beginnings for many. Parties are attended, resolutions are made…it must be the busiest time of the year at the gym – all those new memberships! As w
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Giving A Helping Hand!

Thursday, June 30, 2005 by Abstinence Guy The other day I was going to meet a friend for dinner…. As I was about to pull onto the main street, a woman walking by stopped me and asked how to get to a particular hotel, located about 2 miles away. After I gave her directions, she she asked if I w
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