Rick Burgess, a radio host and author, shares timeless wisdom from his late father, Bill Burgess, a college football coach. He discusses lessons like why men shouldn't run in the rain, emphasizing the need for resilience and personal accountability. Rick reflects on the importance of active participation in life and critical thinking, highlighting how sound decision-making can prevent future regrets. Additionally, he addresses the balance between confidence and humility in leadership and the profound impact of a father's love on a man's identity.
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Men Don't Run in Rain Anecdote
"Men don't run in the rain" means not panicking or being frantic in life.
Rick Burgess's dad taught calmness and confidence through this metaphorical phrase.
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Dad Separated Coach and Parent
Rick Burgess played football for his dad who separated coaching from parenting.
His dad treated all players equally without mixing family bias into the team.
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Never Rest on Laurels
Don’t rely on past achievements; earn your place every day.
Rick's dad benching him as a junior taught the importance of ongoing effort over resting on laurels.
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A Son's Reflections on Life, Faith, and an Iconic Father
Rick Burgess
This book is a heartfelt tribute to Rick Burgess's father, William 'Bill' Burgess, a larger-than-life figure known for his achievements in football and his profound impact as a father. Through storytelling, Rick shares his father's colorful sayings and stories, connecting them to spiritual truths and timeless values. The book offers a guide to wisdom, faith, and enduring values.
Live Life in Crescendo
Cynthia Covey Haller
Stephen R. Covey
Live Life in Crescendo is a directive to live life in crescendo, meaning to continually grow in contribution, learning, and influence. The book encourages readers to use their time, talents, resources, and influence to enrich the lives of those around them. Co-written with his daughter Cynthia Covey Haller and published posthumously, it offers a life-changing perspective on living a meaningful life at any age.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Stephen R Covey
This book, first published in 1989, outlines seven habits that are designed to help individuals become more effective in their personal and professional lives. The habits are grouped into three categories: Private Victory (habits 1-3), Public Victory (habits 4-6), and Renewal (habit 7). The habits include being proactive, beginning with the end in mind, putting first things first, thinking win-win, seeking first to understand and then to be understood, synergizing, and sharpening the saw. Covey emphasizes the importance of personal integrity, effective time management, empathetic communication, and continuous self-improvement[2][5][4].
Moby Dick
Herman Melville
Moby-Dick is a novel that tells the story of Captain Ahab's maniacal quest for revenge against Moby Dick, the giant white sperm whale that bit off his leg. Narrated by Ishmael, the story follows the crew of the whaling ship Pequod as they embark on a journey that explores themes of obsession, man vs. nature, and the existential questions of good and evil. The novel is rich in detailed descriptions of whale hunting and life aboard a culturally diverse crew, and it has become a cornerstone of American and world literature[2][3][5].
When Rick Burgess was growing up, his father, Bill Burgess, was also his football coach. But Bill was a mentor on and off the field not only for his own son but for the many young men he coached at both the high school and collegiate level. Though Bill has passed on, his lessons remain timeless and valuable for all men. Today on the show, Rick shares some of his old-school wisdom with us.
Rick is a radio host, a men's ministry leader, and the author of Men Don't Run in the Rain: A Son's Reflections on Life, Faith, and an Iconic Father. In our conversation, he discusses what his dad taught him through football and beyond, including why men don't run in the rain and why you need to get out of the stands, avoid being stupid, refuse to rest on your laurels, understand the difference between confidence and arrogance, and take full responsibility for your life without making excuses. We also talk about how Rick drew upon his father's wisdom when tragedy struck his life.
After the show is over, check out the show notes at aom.is/rain
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