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Rocket Motivation
Hosted by Rod Cate · EN
Rocket Motivation inspires others to overcome life-changing events, obstacles, and adversity to live your best life through the life experiences of the author of Get Back Up, Rod Cate, and his guests' stories.
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Sally Greene
Nov 3, 202000:28:34Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we learn the story of Sally Greene. In 2003, Sally was living what she will admit may have been a perfect life. She had a great marriage to her husband Eddie, a lawyer, with whom she had raised their three children, the youngest a senior in high school. Just before Thanksgiving, tragedy struck, and Sally’s perfect life was shattered. While at a hunting camp, Eddie and Edward, Jr., Sally and Eddie’s eldest child, both died in a fire. Sally tell us her story and the devastation of losing a child and husband at the same time. She explains how her life was changed forever and how she handled such a loss. Her story is one of inspiration of coping with tragedy and loss while being strong for her other children who lost their father and brother. Sally did not quit on life and refused to be a person for whom others felt sorry. She began a career running a home for abused and neglected children and now enjoys her grandchildren. Sally’s story is what Rocket Motivation is all about – when your seemingly perfect life is shattered in a blink of an eye, you don’t quit. You do whatever it takes to live your best life. Check Out Rod's New Book "Get Back Up" >>> Buy Here Key Takeaways: - Life can take devastating twists and turns, you have to summon the strength to get through them for yourself and others that rely on you. - When tragedy strikes, use your support system of family and friends. - Pain from loss may never go away and that’s normal and okay. However, life goes on. - Quitting on life is not an option. Even though your life may be changed forever because of loss, there is still much happiness to experience. Learn more about & contact Rod Cate:Rod Cate Website Twitter Facebook LinkedIn More about Get Back Up: On August 14, 1981, Rod broke his neck while making a tackle that left him paralyzed from the neck down. In a split second, he went from athlete to quadriplegic. Get Back Up is the story of Rod's life journey and provides a detailed account of what it’s like to be handicapped, how to overcome it and how to thrive. The book gives you a look into trying legal cases through the eyes of a handicapped lawyer. The book’s purpose is to hopefully motivate you to not allow life’s sometimes devastating twists and turns ruin your quest for a great life. If your life is perfect and you have never suffered a tragedy, this book may not be for you. For the rest of us who have hit a bump or two on the road of life and are still trying to make it happen, this is your book.
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Tim Battle
Oct 4, 202000:33:12Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we learn the story of Tim Battle. In 2003, Tim was the third-round draft pick of the New York Yankees. At 17, Tim was paid a $500,000 signing bonus, and his future seemed to be heading in only one direction – up. Shortly after reporting to rookie league, Tim was diagnosed with cancer. He battled back and had a successful minor league career. He never fulfilled his dream of making it to the major leagues but has no regrets as to his effort and determination. Tim relishes the experiences he had playing minor league baseball, including being named MVP of a minor league all-star game and playing in Staten Island, New York, with views each night of the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan skyline. Tim has learned many life lessons and now teaches and instructs kids on baseball and life skills. Tim displays Rocket Motivation by realizing, even if you don’t reach your highest goals in life, the journey and experiences can be very rewarding. It’s all about living your best life. Check Out Rod's New Book "Get Back Up" >>> Buy Here EP3. KEY TAKEAWAYS - Life is a great journey with highs and lows and gives you many lessons – learn from them. - Figure out what you are passionate about and work hard at achieving your goals. When you come to the end of the road, pivot, and use your passion in different ways. - Treat adversity as a speed bump and not a roadblock. - What we do next in life is always the most important, but take time to reflect on our accomplishments and feel good knowing our accomplishments can never be taken away. Learn more about & contact Rod Cate:Rod Cate Website Twitter Facebook LinkedIn More about Get Back Up: On August 14, 1981, Rod broke his neck while making a tackle that left him paralyzed from the neck down. In a split second, he went from athlete to quadriplegic. Get Back Up is the story of Rod's life journey and provides a detailed account of what it’s like to be handicapped, how to overcome it and how to thrive. The book gives you a look into trying legal cases through the eyes of a handicapped lawyer. The book’s purpose is to hopefully motivate you to not allow life’s sometimes devastating twists and turns ruin your quest for a great life. If your life is perfect and you have never suffered a tragedy, this book may not be for you. For the rest of us who have hit a bump or two on the road of life and are still trying to make it happen, this is your book.
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Kyle Blassingame
Oct 4, 202000:28:43Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we learn the story of Kyle Blassingame, a recent college graduate who, two years ago, was involved in a horrific automobile accident in which a kid stole a car, was being chased by the police, and struck the car Kyle was in at 100 mph. Kyle lost one of his best friends in the accident, was fortunate to have survived but ended up having his right leg amputated. Kyle talks about the accident, his injury, his recovery, and his new perspective on life. Kyle has overcome this tragic event by staying positive and realizing that what’s ahead in life is more important than what’s behind. His ability to face adversity, overcome it, and thrive is what Rocket Motivation is all about. Check Out Rod's New Book "Get Back Up" >>> Buy Here EP.2 KEY TAKEAWAYS - You only get one life. When adversity strikes, deal with it and move on. - Staying positive is half the battle. There’s no time to feel sorry for yourself. - Your goals in life don’t change just because you suffer a serious, life-changing set back. - In times of hardship, you need family and friends to help your comeback. It’s fine to rely on them. Learn more about & contact Rod Cate:Rod Cate Website Twitter Facebook LinkedIn More about Get Back Up: On August 14, 1981, Rod broke his neck while making a tackle that left him paralyzed from the neck down. In a split second, he went from athlete to quadriplegic. Get Back Up is the story of Rod's life journey and provides a detailed account of what it’s like to be handicapped, how to overcome it and how to thrive. The book gives you a look into trying legal cases through the eyes of a handicapped lawyer. The book’s purpose is to hopefully motivate you to not allow life’s sometimes devastating twists and turns ruin your quest for a great life. If your life is perfect and you have never suffered a tragedy, this book may not be for you. For the rest of us who have hit a bump or two on the road of life and are still trying to make it happen, this is your book.
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Meet Rod Cate
Oct 4, 202000:13:03Tap to summarizeWelcome to the first episode of Rocket Motivation with Rod Cate. On this episode, you will meet Rod Cate and hear his inspiration to start this podcast. Rod shares the story of his life-changing injury, his rehabilitation to learn to walk again, how he has built the life he loves, and what he learned from his journey from athlete to quadriplegic teenager to present-day lawyer, father, and husband. Plus, learn about the type of guests Rod will talk with over the first season and what you, the listener, will get from this inspirational podcast focused on overcoming adversity and building your best life. Check Out Rod's New Book "Get Back Up" >>> Buy Here Learn more about & contact Rod Cate:Rod Cate Website Twitter Facebook LinkedIn
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