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Terry Tucker is a motivational speaker, retired police officer, former NCAA athlete, cancer warrior, and author of Sustainable Excellence. Diagnosed over 13 years ago with a rare form of melanoma, Terry has undergone intense treatments, including an above-the-knee leg amputation during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Through his story, he continues to teach others about resilience, faith, and redefining strength in the face of adversity.

Segment Summary:
In this soul-stirring segment, Terry takes us back to the moment he was told his leg would be amputated—not just the medical facts, but the emotional gravity of being dropped off alone at the hospital during COVID, with no support person allowed. The deafening silence of the pre-op room. The shocking reality of being sent home after only 48 hours. The grief. The fear. The brutal realization that no one was coming to save him.

But then, the pivot. Terry talks about what it really means to put on your “big boy pants”, to feel pain, fear, abandonment—and still rise with purpose. He shares how his faith in God reframed his suffering, and how he’s come to see his illness as a divine assignment to spread hope, love, and grace.

Key Topics:

• Getting a life-altering surgery during COVID—completely alone
• The emotional and physical aftermath of a leg amputation
• Facing vulnerability and fear without shame
• The reality of being sent home too soon due to strained hospital systems
• How Terry’s faith became his anchor, even in the most painful moments
• Viewing illness and adversity as a mission, not punishment

Guest Contact & Resources:
📘 Sustainable Excellence: Ten Principles to Leading Your Uncommon and Extraordinary Life
🌐 MotivationalCheck.com

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