Quiet Strength by Tony Dungy is an interesting, inspiring, and educative book that combines both athletic and Christ-centered approach to life. It discusses the importance of faith in relation to leadership. The book goes over story after story as it illustrates on how to tackle challenges and situations particularly in leadership. In the book, Dungy reflects on symbolic stories that are based on his football career and his walk with God. Following his victory as the first African American coach in Suoer Bowl 41, Dungy reflect on how he went through hard times and major challenges but he managed to lead his team to victory (Dungy 132). Basically, Quiet Strength talks about a memorable life lived for family and God. It challenges people to reflect on their lives in order to define success. Generally, it is a book that depicts the real meaning of incorporating leadership and faith to work.
This book dates back at the time Dungy was a teenager. It is about the perseverance and struggles in Tony Dungy’s world. It reflects on the Dungy’s early life and career and how he managed to make it through thick and thin. Dungy shares the struggles he faced in his life. For instance, he tells of how he fought his way up despite being discriminated as a black head coach in the NFL. It changes one’s view of various things including sports, and gets the reader on many different levels. Markedly, Dungy’s strong faith enabled him to overcome his challenges and emerge a winner (Dungy 98).
Arguably, the most interesting aspect in the book is the way Dungy paints a picture of his experiences and how they changed him. He shows how faith impacted on his decisions in life, and also his decisions in football career. The book is inspirational in all aspects, Dungy proves to be much more than one could expect. He is described as a quiet man but surprisingly, he is bold enough to proclaim what God has done for him in his family and career life. Seemingly, coach Dungy breaks all the stereotypes. He is careful to give glory to God, his team, and family when he is at the top his game. Similarly, when he is at his worst, he remembers God and praises him for His goodness. He also chooses to lean on God for wisdom and direction, when he is searching for answers. Tony Dunky’s book can be summed up with two words, deeply inspirational. It is indeed a testament to making life memorable and a family moment. In Tony’s biography, there are numerous life teachings, but this book surpasses all that. Issues with humility, maturity, and thought of others are included in this book.
Tony talks makes one reflect on his/her life. He is a true winner at almost everything he does. He notes that one’s ability to envision future depends on the first few steps that an individual takes. The book illustrates on how a person can always control their circumstances by controlling their approach, attitude, and response. Seemingly, one’s options are in life determine their destiny. It is through persistence, prayer, dedication and sacrifices that people succeed. Dungy challenges all of us to refines success. He is able to justify this statement because he has already led his team to position one in the world. He reveals secrets to his priorities, success principles, and practices that have enabled him overcome numerous obstacles including stereotypes, findings, and personal trials.
Dungy shares the struggles he faced in his life. For instance, he tells of how he fought his way up despite being discriminated as a black head coach in the NFL. It changes one’s view of various things including sports, and gets the reader on many different levels. He shows how faith impacted on his decisions in life, and also his decisions in football career. The book is inspirational in all aspects, Dungy proves to be much more than one could expect. He is described as a quiet man but surprisingly, he is bold enough to proclaim what God has done for him in his family and career life (Dungy 112).
Dungy is indeed is a true winner at almost everything he does. He notes that one’s ability to envision future depends on the first few steps that an individual takes. The book illustrates on how a person can always control their circumstances by controlling their approach, attitude, and response. Seemingly, one’s options are in life determine their destiny. There are three major lessons from the book. The first lesson is no excuse and no explanation. Tony notes that there is no shortcut to greatness; people must take complete responsibility for all their decisions (Dungy 221). He adds that people can only be happy and free in their lives if only the blame game is stopped and individuals take full responsibility for their actions in life.
The second lesson is, the Lord always leads us and therefore, we should follow Him. How God continued to lead Dungy in his life is one of the main themes in the book. Tony asserts that we ought to remember that God is on our side even in our painful and dark moments. Lastly, we are taught to reach out to others and be passionate. As much as this book is educative, it is very inspiring. It goes over story after story as it illustrates on how to tackle challenges and situations particularly in leadership. It challenges people to reflect on their lives in order to be successful. Generally, it is a book that depicts the real meaning of incorporating leadership and faith to work.
Works Cited
Dungy, Tony, and Nathan Whitaker. Quiet Strength: A Memoir. Carol Stream, Ill: Tyndale House Publishers, 2007. Print.
