The Best Of Year 3: Legacy with Dr. Derrick Burgess

Time is our most valuable asset, but when we don’t make the most out of it, regret may overcome us. Every moment wasted is an opportunity lost, and the weight of missed chances can be a heavy burden to bear. Sometimes, we get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life, forgetting to spend time with loved ones and making the most of what we’re capable of in making a difference in the world and the lives of others.  

As was the life of Big Daddy, a shining example of how to use time wisely. Big Daddy lived his life to the fullest, always making sure to spend time with his family and help those in his community. He showed us that the best way to use our time is by building strong relationships, giving back, and leaving a positive impact on the world. He made sure his family felt loved and supported, and he worked hard to improve the lives of everyone around him. Thus, his legacy teaches us that time spent helping others and standing up for what is right is never wasted.

I’m thrilled to share an episode that is deeply personal and significant to me. In this episode, I reflect on the final moments I shared with my grandfather, Charlie Burgess Sr., affectionately known as Big Daddy. This reflection isn't just about personal memories but about the legacy he left behind—a legacy that goes beyond financial inheritance and encompasses family values, rituals, and making a lasting impact on the community. Join me in this heartfelt episode as we celebrate the incredible legacy of Charlie Burgess Sr., a man whose life embodied the spirit of service, love, and community. Stay tuned and enjoy this episode.

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“Life is precious and time is our most valuable asset. So don't delay in doing the things that you want to do with your loved ones to a later date because that date might not come.” – Dr. Derrick Burgess

Topics Covered:

(00:00:36) What is the true legacy?

(00:01:27) Honoring the life of Ptr. Charlie Burgess

(00:03:50) A servant to God and to man

(00:05:31) Love for family and community

(00:07:21) Dedication to education

(00:09:15) Fighting for the greater good

(00:10:15) Philanthropy: A great example in giving

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(00:14:47) The loss of independence

(00:17:17) The importance of time spent together

(00:18:49) Passing the torch of legacy

(00:22:26) Keep the dream alive

Key Takeaways: 

“Torch has to go from my hand to your hand and at some point, it will be your responsibility to tell your children and your grandchildren about my life and my legacy as well as the dream of Doctor Martin Luther King Junior.” – Ptr. Charlie Burgess

“There’s no task too big or no task that he felt was beneath him in his service for mankind.” – Dr. Derrick Burgess

“I call you Doctor Derrick because I have a sense of pride in knowing that you did not let my efforts go in vain. That you are continuing to build off of the legacy of Doctor Martin Luther King Junior, that you are not wasting the doors that were opened by the lives that were lost in the civil rights movement, and that you can now make an impact on the world through the field of medicine.” – Ptr. Charlie Burgess

“Anything that takes away somebody's mobility can take away their independence.” – Dr. Derrick Burgess

“But when Big Daddy leaves out of here, it will be in your hand. It will be left up to you to tell your children and your children’s children that I have the torch in my hand. And I will encourage you to move on and keep the dream alive.” – Ptr. Charlie Burgess

Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess:

Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHGDu1zT4K_X6PnYELu8weg

Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com

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