In this episode of The Deep Life Podcast, hosts Dan and Elise engage in a profound discussion with Terry Tucker, a former division 1 athlete, SWAT team hostage negotiator, and cancer survivor. Terry shares his extraordinary journey of maintaining a positive outlook despite facing significant hardships, including battling a rare form of cancer and overcoming multiple surgeries. The conversation delves into the mental strength required to defy grim medical predictions, and how mindset can influence health and wellbeing. With references to influential books and personal anecdotes, the episode underscores the importance of focusing on meaningful goals, self-reflection, motivation, and discipline. Additionally, it touches on themes of character development, the power of giving, and embracing one's uniqueness to lead a fulfilling life. The dialogue highlights the value of processes over rigid goals, cultivating resilience, and nurturing eternal aspects of the mind, heart, and soul. Terry also discusses his book 'Sustainable Excellence' and his website 'Motivational Check,' offering listeners profound insights on living an extraordinary life despite adversity.

00:00 Introduction to Terry Tucker's Inspiring Journey

01:08 Terry's Early Life and Career Beginnings

01:58 A Major Life Pivot: Entering Law Enforcement

02:17 Battling Cancer and Finding Purpose

02:54 The Power of Mindset and Overcoming Adversity

05:58 Embracing the Suck: Mental Resilience

08:25 The Role of Mindset in Health and Healing

15:11 Controlling Your Mind: Practical Advice

26:54 The Importance of Motivation, Discipline, and Habits

28:45 Embracing Mistakes as Lessons

30:28 Living a Purposeful Life

31:11 The Power of Giving

32:42 Human Potential and Self-Love

34:12 Impacting Others Through Adversity

39:32 Finding and Living Your Purpose

44:01 Life's Journey and Setting Goals

52:22 Character and Values

53:53 Final Thoughts and Reflections

You can connect w/ Terry here:
Motivational Check Website: https://www.motivationalcheck.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-tucker-9b5605179/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motivationalcheck

X (Twitter): https://mobile.twitter.com/terrytucker2012

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainableexcellenceauthor/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl2CUA6R1zP2ZcjzhzGKWkQ

Sustainable Excellence, Ten Principles to Leading Your Uncommon and Extraordinary Life - Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08GLGVTVS




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