Donald Littlejohn CIC, AIC
@TheCoachLj
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2024 NC 3A State Champ Co-OC & QB Coach @DubCFootball 🏆 || 2021-22 SC 4A State Champ OC @FootballSPHS 🏆 || 3X NC 4AA State Champ WR Coach @ToCreek 🏆🏆🏆♦️KAΨ
Joined September 2014
📌 PINNED BIO SNAPSHOT: . West Charlotte High Football .Quarterbacks Coach .•2024 NCHSAA 3A State Champions💍 🏆.•2024 NCHSAA 3A Western Region Champs.🏆. Butler High School Football .Quarterbacks Coach/ Asst. Strength Coach.• 2023 Cam Newton C1N Classic Champions 🏆.• 2023
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Everyone wants be a coach until they have to. Check paperwork .Take athletes home .Work 7 days a week.Meet with parents .Do laundry .Work 13+ hours .Drive the bus .Be away from family .Miss vacations .Fund raise . It’s more than X’s and O’s for real coaches!!.
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Bad players- don’t take much seriously . Average players- take games seriously . Good players- take practice and games seriously . Great players - take academics, nutrition, film, warm ups, individual work, weightroom, practice, and games seriously.
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Four Black Coordinators on Championship Sunday. Amazing. Even Coaches have role models and heroes.
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Every team has that one coach still flashing back to his glory days. I’m that coach. 😂😂😂.Coach is me. 🤦🏾♂️. #giveitup.#yougonhurtsomething.#yougonpullahamstring
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Imagine you work a 10 hour shift & your coworker works a 5 hour shift yet he expects y’all to get paid the same. That’s what happens when you let your teammates slack in practice, the weightroom, film room, & classroom. To create a winning culture, all players must work!.
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Be the Coach that notices the kids who don’t get noticed….
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Athletes as we’re in visit season. 1. Stand up straight .2. Firm hand shakes .3. Eye contact .4. Confident conversation .5. Enthusiasm in your interest .6. Be excited for the moment .7. Have transcript/ scores ready .8. Pants above waist .9. Yes sir, no sir, etc. 10. See # 6.
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Sad how a school can send 10-15 kids a year to school on scholarship and instead of the city supporting. You get. How many went D1? .How many offers? .How many stars? . Instead of just being happy another young man is furthering his career on the next level period.
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To the current HS football players still in the playoffs. Practices will get:.Colder .Longer .More intense .Tougher .and stressful .But. For some schools it’s already basketball season . Stay hungry, motivated, and locked in!.
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For close to 4 years. No one in Chadwick Bosemans inner circle/ family “leaked” or told the public about his illness. They protected his privacy and personal business. Kudos to his inner circle for showing true loyalty and privacy over his life and career. We need more of this.
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Praying for Friday nights this fall. Football is not just a sport it’s a culture 🙏🏾
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To the kid that just maxed out 315 lbs. great job! . To the kid that just maxed out 225 lbs. great job! . To the kid that just maxed out 135 lbs. great job! . It’s not the weight amount but your work ethic that mean strength!!. It’s effort & progress that are impressive!!.
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Tonight I was blessed to become a father of a baby girl! Gabriella Rose has arrived!! Mom and baby are resting and did awesome! 🎀
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Every HS football team should have a “Coaches combine” challenge! 😂. See how many of us over the hill but “I still got it” coaches can still perform . Longest throw .40 yard dash .225 bench reps .Longest Punt .Routes and catching drill. Winner gets an “I still got it” Trophy 🏆.
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Highschool players don’t forget to fall in love with the Highschool years. I know signing day and offers are a big thing right now, but you never know even after signing, when your last play could be. Appreciate the Friday nights, hometown vibes, and HS atmosphere!.
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A person with nothing to lose will help you lose everything. Young athletes choose your circle wisely. 🙏🏾.
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I’m not anti 7 on 7. but if you’re spending more time with skilled kids from other schools than your own linemen, don’t preach about winning & team unity when the season comes. Get all of your kids to run track & stay connected year round while still competing in 7 on 7’s.
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3 weeks ago I was able to accept an excellent job opportunity at South Pointe HS in Rock Hill, SC. Go Stallions.
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Actual footage of me trying to figure out how athletes expect to prepare for college without lifting weights, keeping up with academics, prepping for the SAT/ACT, and taking drills seriously. 🤔🤨🧐
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I disagree. That young man is still hurt. Any half way decent speed coach can see the pain in his stride. 😡😡. This ain’t it.
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Every team has that coach. 🤦🏾♂️. When they ask him to play scout QB and he starts thinking he’s putting together film for a highlight tape. 😂😂😂
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Players. offers are great but just know. coaches get offers as well. So stay humble and buy in to the family culture. You never know what opportunity a coach may turn down in order to stay and coach you, train you, mentor you, and support you.
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Real talk. I’m all about getting kids into college. ANY college. These Tarheel fans getting upset that I said The Gamecocks are coming to recruit in Charlotte need to grow up. Any college showing major interest at our athletes here at Mallard Creek will get props from me. .
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We are officially HOMEOWNERS!!! .Through sacrifice, discipline, faith, and love we just signed the contract and have keys to our first house! We can’t wait to make many memories here, full of family, friends, holidays, gatherings, and more! God I thank you! #LevelUp
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I thought 2020 would be the year I get everything I want. Now I know 2020 is the year I appreciate everything I have. #BlessedAndThankful.
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Coach Holloman @HolloMan21 is the First Black Head coach in the city of Rock Hill… he is now also the first Black Coach in Rock Hill to win a @SCHSL State Championship!!! . This is important! 🚨. #History
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A few must haves for a successful team, season, and program. 👀. Grades/academics.Weightroom .Nutrition.Film study .Drills .Playbook study .Discipline.Coachable .Play multiple sports . Oh. and. ACTUALLY HANG OUT WITH TEAMMATES OUTSIDE OF PRACTICE AND BOND!!.
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If suicide ever crosses your mind, just know I would rather listen to your story than attend your funeral. .
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Playing multiple sports can lead to “GREAT”ness!!! 🐐🏆
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Be the coach you needed on and off the field.
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You’ve got football players looking forward to running track to get faster on the field. then you have players complaining because you’re asking them to run. Which one are you?!! . Some athletes want to get better, others just fake it!!.
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Don’t be the kid. Passing for 3,000+ yards a season yet barely passing your classes. Catching 1,000+ yards but not catching high scores on Tests & quizzes. Rushing 2,000+ yards but not rushing to study hall. Blocking for 5+ seconds but skipping your 4th block class.
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#1 rule to being an OC: . Be organized. Everything starts with organization. Organize your coaching materials, meeting times, video time, walkthroughs and practices for maximum efficiency. Don’t wing it. Be sure every position coach has a schedule and script. Maximum efficiency.
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State Champs 🏆.- team bonds .- team discipline .- team cohesion .- team progress .- team execution .- team hard work .- team academics .- team appreciation . State Chumps 🚫.- selfish.- undiscipline.- jealous.- lazy.- low GPA.- inconsistent .- unthankful .- ungrateful.
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Every team has that one coach, who is extra in drills and Indy sessions. I’m that coach. Coach is me 🤦🏾♂️
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Be the ASSISTANT Coach you would love to hire as a HEAD Coach!!! . Do more .Ask more .Be more .Work more .Want more.
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It’s takes about 6-8 people to lift up your casket at your funeral…. Imagine what we can accomplish if we have 6-8 people to lift us up while we are living…. #altruism #winnerscircle.
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Strength coaches can’t afford to wake up on the wrong side of the bed. Our job is tied to our energy level and it must be applied to our voice, body language, and coaching style every single day!!! . They are because we are!.
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Young coaches seeking growth or future success. 🚨🚨🚨. It costs you nothing to support other coaches and network. but it may costs you everything if you spend time bashing them. You never know who may help you with your next opportunity. .
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Young black coaches have to support each other more. I’m seeing way too much need to out shine or bash the next man instead of helping each other grow. I don’t care what sideline you’re on next season. I’m not throwing hate or negativity your way. Compete yet support.
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Blessed to see another year of life! 35 years and 35 chapters of learning, living, and growing. I pray for many more! 🎈🎂 Birthdays are just checkpoints for progress and purpose! 🙌🏾
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Weights don’t talk too much. they just do their job. I like weights.
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Wanna be successful?!. Do these 9 things:. 1. Show up .2. Give your all.3. Serve others .4. Be coachable.5. Know your why.6. Empower others .7. Listen to learn .8. Take nothing for granted.9. Give thanks in all things. - @CoachKurtHines.
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Please keep my family in your prayers as my sweet grandmother passed away last night. She was a beautiful person who loved her family dearly. Heaven gained another angel and we were so blessed to share many wonderful years with you. ❤️🙏🏾
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I may coach or coach against you on Friday nights. But once a kid from the 704 goes off to college. any college. I become their biggest fan! . Proud of all the 704 athletes doing well on the next level! Keep repping the “4”.
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Be careful when bashing people on social media. some people know you in real life. stay humble and choose your words carefully.
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Here’s to chapter 37 🎉🎂…. praying to see 37 more. 10/17/1984 est.
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🚨🚨🚨Coaches as you continue to prepare for Spring and Summer ball. Energy is a cheat code! .Here is a quick meal replacement for breakfast or post training to help with weight loss and muscle gain. 2 cups of coconut water .8 oz bag of fruit blend .1 to 2 scoops of Plant Based
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Dear Parents,. Your child’s future boss isn’t going to give them a raise simply for “showing up”. They WILL however, reward them (or fire them), based on their work ethic, character, teamwork, and willingness/ability to get the job done!. Sincerely,. - @CoachKurtHines.
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Have you ever controlled the weightroom, do you have your CDL, can you break down film, do you know how to fundraise, can you micromanage meetings and tasks, are a good communicator, do other men respect you?! . But you want to be a head coach huh? . Are you ready?.
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Players/ Athletes 🚨🚨🚨. Drink 1 full glass of water as soon as you wake up tomorrow morning. Will help wake your body up faster and help with joint movement over time when done every morning . hydrate early and often. “Prior proper planning prevents poor performance”.
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My lovely wife and I would like to announce that WE’RE PREGNANT!! A little Littlejohn is on the way arriving January 2019!! 👼🏽💝
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He never said the weapons wouldn’t form!!! He said they wouldn’t prosper!!.
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“A Shark in a fish tank will grow 8 inches, But in the ocean, it will grow 8 feet or more. The Shark will never outgrow its environment & the same is True for You. Many times we are around the small thinking people so we don’t grow. Change Your Environment & Watch Your Growth.”.
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Bad Athletes - don’t take much seriously . Average Athletes - take games seriously . Good Athletes- take practice and games seriously . Great Athletes - take academics, nutrition, film, warm ups, individual work, teamwork, weightroom, practice, and games seriously.
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I threw in the towel!!! But God threw it back and said wipe your face, we’ve still got work to do!!! . #morningmotivation.
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1. Drink water.2. Avoid negative things and people on social media.3. Eat good.4. Pray.5. Work on your passion .6. Practice gratitude .7. Workout . Repeat . ✨✨✨.
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Treating people right is more powerful than quoting scripture. .
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My gorgeous date tonight. Celebrating 5 years of marriage!! 💍❤️
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Take all reps seriously! . Weightroom Reps .Drill reps .Conditioning reps .Mental reps.
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We prayed faithfully to God, and our prayers came true…and now we’re EXPECTING BABY number two. 👶🏽👧🏽🤰🏻❤️✌🏾. #pregancyannouncement #dadgang.#pregnant #blessings #fitdad #dominicana #family #babybump #photography
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Blessed to see another year. Tough to enjoy a Birthday after a big loss but grateful either way. 🎈🎁🎊🎂. Chapter 36
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Coaches in 2019 let’s leave the subliminal social media shots & bashing of other programs back in 2018. too much negative energy is used to build programs instead of just lining up Friday nights to play ball! . Respect the sport, your opponent, & the love for the game without.
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South Pointe 41.Beaufort 7 . South Pointe Stallions are your 2021 SC 4A State Champions!!
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Real talk. I’m tired of seeing coaches BASH players and acting like it’s really ADVICE!! . Some of y’all coaches need to get your life together as well!! . Encourage and guide these young men! And over anything else make sure you’re a REAL example of what you’re preaching!.
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You can catch and run routes but can you stalk block?! . You can juke and stiff arm but can you pass block?! . You can crush Indy drills and cones but will you hit the sleds and chutes?! . RB’s and WR’s . are you a total player or just a selfish ball carrier?! . 🤔🤔.
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Congratulations to Gabbi Cunningham who finishes 7th overall in the finals of the Olympics for the Women’s 100m Hurdles!! We are so proud of you all the way back from NC!!!! To become 7th best in the WORLD is simply incredible!!!
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SOUTH POINTE WINS THE UPPER STATE 4A Championship and are now headed to the 4A State Championship!!!!!!!.South Pointe 24.Greenville 14
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I’ll retweet a rival coaches tweet if it shows him supporting, teaching, building, & even winning w/ his team. Have enough confidence in yourself to help support other winners. I’ve never lost one game showing support to someone else. Bigger than sports . #winnerscircle.
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We’ve got to stop “thanking” our doubters/ haters for giving us motivation. That’s like thanking the devil for proving that God exist. Thank the coach who drove you home, the teammate who blocked for you, the parent who purchased your equipment, the teacher who tutored you!!.
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Someone out there is discussing the old you because they don’t have access to the new you. Keep grinding and progressing.
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Congrats to @trentonsimpson_ for becoming an @underarmour ALL AMERICAN!! @MC_mavsfb @mcmavsathletics @CreekSpeed
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Sadly many black lives only matter when they are dribbling or throwing a ball. This will make a lot of you coaches catch that frog in your throat. Do you truly love your players or just what they can do for you and your career? . Silence has a sound and impact as well. .
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I’ve been quiet for a while & don’t usually stir any waters dealing w/ other coaches or programs .But. Social media is giving the wrong people a false sense of importance. Too much effort trying to be relevant & gain clout instead of actually being qualified & knowledgeable. .
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How you look bragging about offers all spring but don’t perform during the season!! 😂😂
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Once you mature, you realize that silence is more powerful than proving a point. 🙏🏾.
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If you look at the people in your circle and you don't get inspired, then you don't have a Circle. You have a cage. - Nipsey Hussle
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West Charlotte 36.Hickory 20. Dub C is headed to States!! 🦁🏈
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It took me a few years to learn this and learn who I wanted to be as a coach…. ❤️
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Mallard Creek wins the Hoover elite 7 on 7!!!! . Heading back to NC CREEKSTRONG!! . @MC_mavsfb @mcmavsathletics @HooverCityElite.
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Some of y’all athletes using the term “no cap”. Cap weekly in the classroom, weightroom and practice, yet expect offers, starting jobs, and coaches to vouch for you. No cap.
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My wife is a super hero. The push she gave to birth our daughter was stronger than any bench press I could ever attempt. She’s officially the strongest one in the household. Amazing. ❤️.
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Whoever comes in to take over the new Head football job over here at Creek just know these CREEKBOYZ will be ready!!! Weightroom is rocking!!! These boys are staying dedicated and faithful to the program!! Let’s get it!!!! #CREEKSTRONG #FAMILY.
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Yesterday morning God blessed us with a safe and loving delivery! Liliana Marie has arrived! ❤️ My wife was a rock star and showed once again why women are super heroes! And the Gabster is extremely excited to be a big sister 👶🏽🌸
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Reps = Strength .Strength = Stronger player.Stronger player = better player .Better player = college offers .College Offers = scholarship money . So get all of yours reps. Each rep could get you closer to scholarship money!! . Lift different .Think different .Play different.
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If you don’t train under stress, against fatigue, and/or with major resistance. Don’t expect to perform great under the same conditions. Tired? Summer heat? Late fall cold? Heavy weight? Cardio endurance? . Are you prepared?!!.
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Today we received this email from Mountain Island Charter high school on behalf on our Boys Track team and their conduct at the Track meet…. It’s bigger than wins buts representation 🐾❤️
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Here’s to chapter 38 🎂 🎉 🥳 .Another year to learn, grow, love, succeed, and win. No birthday is promised, so I’m thankful for each and every one!
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Tough. but you have to take the criticism the same way you take compliments. head on.
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Hey ALL Highschool linemen. y’all better stop relying on just being big. 😳😳😳.
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I’ve never feared the loud and angry man. I do however worry about the quiet and peaceful man. He is the one who holds the most strength and discipline. And that is powerful beyond belief.
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