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Difference between a Hero and a Celebrity

in Elementary Schools, Middle Schools, Secondary Schools / by Gene Bedley
March 5, 2013

Many of the greatest hero’s of all time knew that Fulfillment is not equal to personal Gratification. Each individual faces a constant struggle between immediate gratification and morality. The question we’re faced with is “What is the right thing to do?” A Hero’s purpose is always beyond their own self interest. They have always been… Read more »

Who's Hero Are You?

in Elementary Schools, Middle Schools, Secondary Schools / by Gene Bedley
December 1, 1998

Often times I have heard it said, “There are no heroes today.” All you have to do is turn on the television or read a newspaper to see that crime is up, there is violence in our towns, homes and schools, and immorality seems to be the rule more that the exception. In my life… Read more »

Not Finding Heroes, We Are All The Poorer

in Elementary Schools, Middle Schools, Secondary Schools / by Gene Bedley
February 1, 1998

Culture: Americans’ fixation with sex and sleaze puts flaws on a pedestal above achievement. Shortly after her husband’s assassination, Jacqueline Kennedy wrote: “For Jack history was full of heroes…. Jack had this hero idea of history.” How quaint she seems, how naive and sentimental. Now Jack frolics in the White House pool with call girls… Read more »

Sports Stars Aren't Immune

in Elementary Schools, Middle Schools, Secondary Schools / by Gene Bedley
February 1, 1998

For all the debate about the Golden State Warriors’ decision to fire Latrell Sprewell for assaulting his coach, let us remember there was a time when even celebrity athletes were held accountable for their misdeeds. We forget because of the recent coddling of multi million dollar sports celebrities and the indulgence of their spoiled-brat tantrums…. Read more »

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