EPISODE · Jul 21, 2025 · 31 MIN
S2 Ep 64 - He Was Given 2 Years to Live—13 Years Later, He’s Still Inspiring
from Rosabel Unscripted Podcast · host RZ
What would you do if a doctor told you that you had only two years to live? In this raw and uplifting episode of the Rosabel Unscripted Podcast, host Rosabel Zohfeld welcomes Terry Tucker—a former SWAT hostage negotiator, Division I athlete, and now cancer warrior, amputee, motivational speaker, and author of Sustainable Excellence.Terry shares his powerful journey of being diagnosed with a rare form of melanoma, enduring amputation, and choosing to live every day with courage, humor, and unshakable purpose. Discover the mindset tools he uses to stay strong, how he turns adversity into impact, and what it truly means to live an “uncommon and historic life.”Whether you’re facing your own struggles or looking for a spark of motivation, this episode is filled with truth, resilience, and heart.🔑 In This Episode:• The shocking cancer diagnosis that changed everything• How to control your mind before it controls you• The truth about pain, suffering, and personal power• Why humor matters—even in dark times• What you leave behind is what you weave into the hearts of others• Finding your purpose—and your people🕒 Chapters:00:00 – Meet Terry: SWAT, Basketball & Unexpected Turns03:00 – A Rare Cancer Diagnosis06:00 – Turning a Death Sentence into a Life Mission10:00 – Writing Sustainable Excellence14:00 – Humor as a Healing Tool17:00 – Legacy & Deep Connections22:00 – Mindset: Control vs. Chaos26:00 – Do Hard Things Every Day29:00 – Four Types of People: Where Do You Fall?33:00 – Final Advice: Find Your People, Live Your Why🌟 Guest: Terry TuckerWebsite: https://www.motivationalcheck.comBook: Sustainable Excellence📚 Host: Rosabel ZohfeldExplore more at: https://rosabelzohfeld.com
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What would you do if a doctor told you that you had only two years to live? In this raw and uplifting episode of the Rosabel Unscripted Podcast, host Rosabel Zohfeld welcomes Terry Tucker—a former SWAT hostage negotiator, Division I athlete, and now cancer warrior, amputee, motivational speaker, and author of Sustainable Excellence.Terry shares his powerful journey of being diagnosed with a rare form of melanoma, enduring amputation, and choosing to live every day with courage, humor, and unshakable purpose. Discover the mindset tools he uses to stay strong, how he turns adversity into impact, and what it truly means to live an “uncommon and historic life.”Whether you’re facing your own struggles or looking for a spark of motivation, this episode is filled with truth, resilience, and heart.🔑 In This Episode:• The shocking cancer diagnosis that changed everything• How to control your mind before it controls you• The truth about pain, suffering, and personal power• Why humor matters—even in dark times• What you leave behind is what you weave into the hearts of others• Finding your purpose—and your people🕒 Chapters:00:00 – Meet Terry: SWAT, Basketball & Unexpected Turns03:00 – A Rare Cancer Diagnosis06:00 – Turning a Death Sentence into a Life Mission10:00 – Writing Sustainable Excellence14:00 – Humor as a Healing Tool17:00 – Legacy & Deep Connections22:00 – Mindset: Control vs. Chaos26:00 – Do Hard Things Every Day29:00 – Four Types of People: Where Do You Fall?33:00 – Final Advice: Find Your People, Live Your Why🌟 Guest: Terry TuckerWebsite: https://www.motivationalcheck.comBook: Sustainable Excellence📚 Host: Rosabel ZohfeldExplore more at: https://rosabelzohfeld.com
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