Matt Ode
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“Use Your Adversity in Life to Create a Story that will Impact Lives”
How overcoming stage 3 testicular cancer at the age of 24 leading me in to a 2 weeks non-induced coma, has shifted my life to share my message and help others overcome life’s most difficult challenges.
“Use Your Adversity in Life to Create a Story that will Impact Lives”
How overcoming stage 3 testicular cancer at the age of 24 leading me in to a 2 weeks non-induced coma, has shifted my life to share my message and help others overcome life’s most difficult challenges.
My Journey
From Adversity to Impacting Lives.
May 2016
24 Years old: Personal Trainer and Wellness Director living a healthy lifestyle.
Jan 2017
I was in the ICU for over 40 days, in the Cleveland Clinic for 53, had 6 major surgeries in less than 3 months causing an open wound on my stomach for a full year, went into cardiac arrest, dwindled from 185 lbs to 110, and had to learn how to walk and relive my entire life again.
August 2017
Doctors discovered an 11-centimeter tumor in my small intestine diagnosing me with Stage 3 Testicular Cancer
March 2017
was released from the hospital and on my journey to a long and difficult recovery.
Jan 2017
25 Years old: Had a 12-hour surgery to remove the tumor, leading me into complete kidney and liver failure and a 2-week coma
Present Day
27 years old: I am now, back to 190 lbs working out and eat healthy every day, and am now a motivational speaker sharing my story to help individuals overcome adversity and discover their purpose in life!
My Journey
From Adversity to Impacting Lives.
May 2016
24 Years old: Personal Trainer and Wellness Director living a healthy lifestyle.
August 2017
Doctors discovered an 11-centimeter tumor in my small intestine diagnosing me with Stage 3 Testicular Cancer
Jan 2017
25 Years old: Had a 12-hour surgery to remove the tumor, leading me into complete kidney and liver failure and a 2-week coma
Jan 2017
I was in the ICU for over 40 days, in the Cleveland Clinic for 53, had 6 major surgeries in less than 3 months causing an open wound on my stomach for a full year, went into cardiac arrest, dwindled from 185 lbs to 110, and had to learn how to walk and relive my entire life again.
March 2017
I was released from the hospital and on my journey to a long and difficult recovery.
Present Day
27 years old: I am now, back to 190 lbs working out and eat healthy every day, and am now a motivational speaker sharing my story to help individuals overcome adversity and discover their purpose in life!
Inspirational Keynote Speaker Matt Ode
Stage 3 Testicular Cancer Survivor turned inspirational keynote speaker.
Inspirational Keynote Speaker Matt Ode
Stage 3 Testicular Cancer Survivor turned inspirational keynote speaker.
Hi, my name is Matt Ode,
In August of 2016, at the age of 24, I was diagnosed with stage 3 testicular cancer. After chemotherapy and a very complicated surgery to remove the remaining cancer from my body, I encountered various complications. I was under the watch and care of the ICU for over 40 days and in the Cleveland clinic for 53 days where I was met with a number of near-death experiences. For two weeks, I laid non-responsive in a coma, met with complete kidney and liver failure, and went into cardiac arrest where nurses performed 8 minutes of CPR to bring me back to life. Doctors didn’t know if and when I would awake. They said I would likely be on dialysis the rest of my life and have to relearn everyday tasks like eating and walking. Prior to my diagnosis and subsequent treatment, I was working as a personal trainer weighing in at 185 lb. But this disease wreaked havoc on my body and in a matter of 8 moths I dwindled down to a mere 110 lbs.
I credit my faith, positive mindset, strong health background and support team with the fortitude to survive. I am now up to 190 lbs with a continued passion to live a healthy lifestyle and maintain a positive outlook. It is my hope to share my story with others so that they may draw value from my challenges. These experiences, while tragic, empowered me to find purpose in this life; and that purpose is to help individuals overcome trauma, regain their mental and physical strength and channel that energy to give back.
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“We had Matt speak at one of our Social X events with over 100 people in Miami. He absolutely crushed it, deeply impacting and inspiring everyone by his story. I know Matt will be one of the next big guys in the motivational space.”
“Matt captivated us all with his unbelievable story, full of compassion, strength, humility and faith. After talking with him he is a true inspiration not just to me but everyone he surrounds himself with.”
“Oh my God not only is Matt a killer speaker, Personal Trainer, and human being, he is a Stage 3 Testicular Cancer Survivor! There is so much in his story that is mind blowing to me and everyone who will listen.”
“Matt’s speech was one of the most moving, passionate stories I have ever heard. He was able to connect with the audience in a way I have never seen. From individuals crying, astonished and willing to open up their life stories to him”
“I didn’t know Matt before he spoke at Social X and to hear his story and how he went through unforeseeable circumstances was extremely moving. Life is about being happy, positive, and living your best life, Matt touched all of these qualities. This speech really inspired us to go for what we believe in without any fear.”
SEE WHAT THEY’RE SAYING
Testimonials
“We had Matt speak at one of our Social X events with over 100 people in Miami. He absolutely crushed it, deeply impacting and inspiring everyone by his story. I know Matt will be one of the next big guys in the motivational space.”
“Matt captivated us all with his unbelievable story, full of compassion, strength, humility and faith. After talking with him he is a true inspiration not just to me but everyone he surrounds himself with.”
“Oh my God not only is Matt a killer speaker, Personal Trainer, and human being, he is a Stage 3 Testicular Cancer Survivor! There is so much in his story that is mind blowing to me and everyone who will listen.”
“Matt’s speech was one of the most moving, passionate stories I have ever heard. He was able to connect with the audience in a way I have never seen. From individuals crying, astonished and willing to open up their life stories to him”
“I didn’t know Matt before he spoke at Social X and to hear his story and how he went through unforeseeable circumstances was extremely moving. Life is about being happy, positive, and living your best life, Matt touched all of these qualities. This speech really inspired us to go for what we believe in without any fear.”
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