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E23: A Hero’s Journey Through Adversity: SWAT, Cancer, and Courage: Terry Tucker
In this conversation, Terry Tucker discusses the importance of doing the right thing for the right reasons and the value of prioritizing relationships and simple pleasures in life. He shares his experience as a SWAT negotiator and highlights the significance of trust in building relationships. Terry also talks about his battle with cancer and the principles he outlines in his book, Sustainable Excellence, which emphasize the importance of finding and sustaining personal excellence. In this conversation, Terry Tucker discusses the importance of being a lifelong learner, questioning information, and living an authentic life. He emphasizes the taboo nature of death and the need to live without regrets. Tucker also talks about the value of authenticity in communication and the importance of being present as a parent. He shares his writing process and the challenges he faces while writing his second book. The conversation concludes with advice on listening more than talking and where to find Tucker's books and website.
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Motivational Check Website
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Sustainable Excellence, Ten Principles to Leading Your Uncommon and Extraordinary Life - Amazon
Takeaways
Doing the right thing at the right time, for the right reason, in the right way is a stoic approach that can benefit everyone.
Prioritizing relationships and valuing simple pleasures in life can bring more fulfillment and happiness.
Trust is crucial in building strong relationships, and it is especially important in high-stakes situations like SWAT negotiations.
Finding and sustaining personal excellence requires constant innovation and a willingness to adapt and grow.
Comparing oneself to others and seeking external validation can lead to dissatisfaction and unhappiness. It's important to focus on one's own journey and be true to oneself. Be a lifelong learner and question information before accepting it.
Live an authentic life and pursue your unique gifts and talents.
Embrace the reality of death and live without regrets.
Communicate authentically and be present as a parent.
Writing a book takes time, patience, and discipline.
Listen more than you talk and pay attention to non-verbal cues.
Tucker's books can be found on various online platforms, and his website Motivational Check offers daily thoughts and recommendations.
01:00 Distinguishing oneself by doing the right thing
02:34 The importance of valuing relationships and simple pleasures
11:48 Lessons from being a SWAT negotiator
27:33 The dangers of comparison and seeking external validation
31:38 Lifelong Learning and Authenticity
32:53 Embracing Death and Living Without Regrets
35:26 The Power of Authentic Communication and Parenting
37:14 The Challenges of Writing and the Writing Process
40:34 The Art of Listening and Non-Verbal Communication
43:40 Where to Find Tucker's Books and Website
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By Max EmanuelIn this conversation, Terry Tucker discusses the importance of doing the right thing for the right reasons and the value of prioritizing relationships and simple pleasures in life. He shares his experience as a SWAT negotiator and highlights the significance of trust in building relationships. Terry also talks about his battle with cancer and the principles he outlines in his book, Sustainable Excellence, which emphasize the importance of finding and sustaining personal excellence. In this conversation, Terry Tucker discusses the importance of being a lifelong learner, questioning information, and living an authentic life. He emphasizes the taboo nature of death and the need to live without regrets. Tucker also talks about the value of authenticity in communication and the importance of being present as a parent. He shares his writing process and the challenges he faces while writing his second book. The conversation concludes with advice on listening more than talking and where to find Tucker's books and website.
Socials
Motivational Check Website
X (Twitter)
YouTube
Sustainable Excellence, Ten Principles to Leading Your Uncommon and Extraordinary Life - Amazon
Takeaways
Doing the right thing at the right time, for the right reason, in the right way is a stoic approach that can benefit everyone.
Prioritizing relationships and valuing simple pleasures in life can bring more fulfillment and happiness.
Trust is crucial in building strong relationships, and it is especially important in high-stakes situations like SWAT negotiations.
Finding and sustaining personal excellence requires constant innovation and a willingness to adapt and grow.
Comparing oneself to others and seeking external validation can lead to dissatisfaction and unhappiness. It's important to focus on one's own journey and be true to oneself. Be a lifelong learner and question information before accepting it.
Live an authentic life and pursue your unique gifts and talents.
Embrace the reality of death and live without regrets.
Communicate authentically and be present as a parent.
Writing a book takes time, patience, and discipline.
Listen more than you talk and pay attention to non-verbal cues.
Tucker's books can be found on various online platforms, and his website Motivational Check offers daily thoughts and recommendations.
01:00 Distinguishing oneself by doing the right thing
02:34 The importance of valuing relationships and simple pleasures
11:48 Lessons from being a SWAT negotiator
27:33 The dangers of comparison and seeking external validation
31:38 Lifelong Learning and Authenticity
32:53 Embracing Death and Living Without Regrets
35:26 The Power of Authentic Communication and Parenting
37:14 The Challenges of Writing and the Writing Process
40:34 The Art of Listening and Non-Verbal Communication
43:40 Where to Find Tucker's Books and Website