Down But Not Out—(DVD)

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Viewers learn that they CAN take control of their lives!
Excellent new inspirational documentary
Two versions on one tape, second version pauses for group discussion

Down But Not Out is an inspirational documentary about Alphonso Bailey, who had everything going his way: scholarships, sports, and friends. A family crisis throws Alphonso into a string of bad decisions leading him to prison. Through boxing, which is the backdrop for the interviews, Alphonso experiences true life lessons and uses those lessons to inspire viewers to turn their lives around. Main themes include:

You Can Overcome! He urges viewers to persevere at the hard work of changing their lives, even when the end may not be in sight, to head directly into change rather than run from it.
Prison Is Someplace You Don’t Want to Be! Alphonso reminds viewers of the consequences of bad choices. Viewers discover that despite bad choices, they can change by using hope, perseverance, and courage to go after their dreams.

Two DVDs in One! This DVD contains two versions of Down But Not Out. The first version is the full, uninterrupted documentary. The second version, designed for classroom and other group uses, contains pauses with on-screen cues for discussing points, such as:

Think before you act
Understand the importance of choices and consequences
Learn from your mistakes
Overcome obstacles
Do the right thing
Take control of your life
Work hard to reach your dreams

A Facilitator’s Guide (.pdf) is available to you.Down.pdf