The Winning Mindset that Saved My Life - Softcover

Hulsey, Tom

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1937045021 ISBN 13: 9781937045029

Publisher: Lovett Press International, 2018

Synopsis

- 100% net proceeds from book sales benefit cancer research, education & awareness - Tom Hulsey has gone from the shock of finding out he had cancer to the glory of beating it AND showing others how goal setting, commitment and tenacity helped him beat this dreaded disease. No matter where you are and no matter what life throws at you, this book will make a difference. This is a great story and inspirational book. Tom applies the skills and attitudes required to compete in an IRONMAN to life's struggles. He tells a great story of going from an athlete absorbed with training and competition, and almost arrogant about his health, to a man devoted to helping and inspiring others. Why will this book make a difference in your life? Themes in the book are principles you can apply to your every day. These include: Choosing Your Mindset, Perseverance, Being Intentional, Overcoming Your Fears, Being Prepared, Knowing Your Options, and Living Beyond Yourself. Whatever your situation, this book will make a difference in your life AND benefits cancer research.

About this title

About the Author

On his birthdayin 2015, Tom heard these dreaded words from his doctor, "you have cancer." The diagnosis sent him into a tailspin. Having lost his best friend to prostate cancer the year before, he was ready to quit, to not even try to fight the disease.Why is that important? At that time, Tom had completed nine IRONMANs. He is not a quitter, yet this bad news overwhelmed him.

What changed?  Loved ones and friends gave Tom ways and reasons to live.  One reason was to be around to walk his daughter down the aisle. The first step in his battle was to hold on to his winning mindset, to decide to live and inspire others no matter what their life challenges. After his cancer surgery, he set goals; these included 2 IRONMANs, one was the World Championship in Kona, Hawaii.  The IRONMAN is a 2.4.mile swim, followed by a 112 bike, followed by a 26.2 marathon - all in oneday. 

After completing his cancer recovery goals, Tom dedicated his life to helping others through philanthropy. He is a Board Member for Mary Crowley Cancer Research, Board Member for ZERO Cancer, Peer Reviewer & Mentor for the DoD's Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP), and Patient & Caregiver Board Member at Cancer University.  Tom use to volunteer at the Baylor Scott & White Cancer Health & Wellness Center; leading fitnessclasses for cancer patients ("beacon of hope").     

Tom was the recipient of the 2019 Lauren Beam Philanthropy Award at the New York University School of Professional Studies and the Preston Robert Tisch Institute for Global Sport for his "dedication and contributions towardphilanthropic efforts that resulted in significant, positive effects on the world of sports and beyond."
 
Tom lives inDallas with his wife Lauren.  They have 2 married children and 3 grandchildren.

From the Back Cover

As a fellow prostate cancer survivor, inspiring stories of resilience and triumph like Tom Hulsey's continue to inspire me and men around the world. As Tom explained to me, ant thing is possible, including defeating prostate cancer. I applaud Tom's efforts through his work with ZERO. AS a Member of Congress, I continue to look for ways to do my part to end prostate cancer. Our fight is not ours alone, there are so many men out there who are currently fighting this fight or will in the near future. I encourage those seeking comfort in a difficult time toread about Tom's journey so that they can find strength in his story.
Roger Williams, United States Congressman

From the Inside Flap

FOREWORD

There are many challenges in life. Some are self-determined or internal, such as running a marathon or achieving one's dreams of becoming a doctor, for example. Other challenges are thrown at us externally, such as financial hardship or being diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. Having the right mindset holds the key to overcoming these challenges. In The Winning Mindset that Saved My Life Tom Hulsey uses his battle with cancer as an illustration of how developing the right state of mind is crucial to succeed in overcoming both internal and external challenges.

Prior to his diagnosis of prostate cancer, Mr. Hulsey became a triathlon champion. He uses the same approaches to being a winning athlete as he does to overcoming the emotional and physical trials and tribulations of the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer. He discusses how his own traits of perseverance, overcoming fear, living intentionally, and knowing his options enabled him to proactively approach building a mindset and create a clear vision of where he wanted and needed to go with regard to accepting the diagnosis of cancer and the recovery from treatment. The right mindset takes courage and diligence. It takes a person out of their comfort zone. Mindset drives the choices a person makes and the habits they develop.

The Winning Mindset that Saved My Life elegantly and simply weaves together medicine, physiology and sports psychology with Mr. Hulsey's life experiences as a coach, instructor, athlete, and cancer survivor. Quotes and inspirational messages from world leaders, authors, and athletes are united with personal experience. He demonstrates that the skills and discipline required for a triathlon are the same skills and discipline that can be used tobattle cancer or any other challenge in one's life. The book is organizedin logical order starting with the ironman triathlon and his personal background. Thereafter, there is a detailed explanation of what having a winning mindset entails. The book closes with an optimistic assessment of how to grow and achieve further and tackle additional trials after an initial challenge is overcome. Woven into this is the story of surviving prostate cancer.

This is an inspirationaljourney and one that any patient with cancer or other life-threatening orlife-altering obstacle should read and incorporate into their daily routines and rituals. I highly recommend it for my patients and my colleagues as every person confronts tribulations, impediments, and challenges that can be overcome with a winning mindset.

Mitchell Sokoloff, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Professor andChair
Department ofUrology
University of MassachusettsMedical School
UMass MemorialHealth Care

Edition details

• Publisher: Lovett Press International
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1937045021
• ISBN 13: 9781937045029
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 149