EXPECT GREAT THINGS

Brett shares a powerful message about “expecting great things,” emphasizing that attitude shapes how we experience life and the opportunities we see. He illustrates this through real-life stories, including a husband supporting his anxious wife at work and a contrast between a wealthy arguing couple and a joyful homeless couple, showing that happiness comes from perspective, not possessions. The episode centers on the idea that choosing a positive outlook—especially daily expectation—builds resilience, confidence, and momentum over time. Brett encourages listeners to train their mindset through gratitude, self-talk, and persistence, reminding them that change starts internally, not externally. He closes by reinforcing that we are enough, capable, and that our best days are ahead if we choose to believe it. 

Victoria Osteen | Have a Peacemaker’s Heart

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joel-osteen-podcast/id137254859?i=1000750695629

I Willl WIN 4.0 | Motivation Daily

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/motivation-daily-by-motiversity/id1581058922?i=1000751002169

Robin Sharma | There’s No Traffic in Your Own Lane

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-quote-of-the-day-show-daily-motivational-talks/id1163094296?i=1000751882205

Daily Healthy Lifestyle:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1coeDFfQP3wt1DX-nRvIi4Q0W9IJSB8Mr/view?usp=drivesdk

Transcript

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Welcome to A Conversation of Hope with Brett. This podcast is all about you. The mission to remind you that you are a masterpiece. To inspire you to dream again. To equip you with simple, actionable strategies for success. Strategies you can start using today to begin your journey towards the incredible life you deserve. He wants to remind you of the champion you were born to be. No matter your past or current struggles, Rick firmly believes that your best days are still ahead. He's grateful you're here and promises to give us all each week to help you create the life you were meant to live. So buckle up. Let's get started.

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to a conversation of hope. So glad that you tuned in today. I have a really, really good episode packed with hope and encouragement straight ahead. Before we get much further, though, I want to remind you, you are enough. You have what it takes, and you're an absolute champion whose best days are straight ahead. I want to share a true love story with you. A lot of times we think of the best love stories that they're always in the movie screen, and then we get to see them only in the movies. But from what I have seen in my life, most amazing love stories will never be seen on a movie screen. I know of a lady right now who's about 60 years old, she's in her 60s, and as she got older, she got a lot of anxiety when at work. She really loves going to work, but got so anxious at work she could not work anymore. Here's where the love part comes in. Her husband of over 30 years could see she was getting depressed, sitting at home. So he told her he would go with her to work. Now he literally sits for eight hours on his laptop being there for her, for his wife, so she can still do her job with her friends, but have the comfort of having him right there for her if she gets anxious. That's what love does, y'all. It shows up when the ones we love need it the most. Another great example of true love will be the time that I was shopping for some groceries, and I noticed a couple, and the first couple I saw, they were decked out in jewelry, dressed to the nines, and they were hanging out on the soup aisle doing some shopping. I could hear two of them, they were getting louder and louder as they argued over which can of soup to get. One of them wanted low sodium, the other did not. Wow, I thought, as they clearly had everything life could give with money and finances, but they had no joy or love for each other. Then as I headed over to the next aisle, I see a couple clothed in dirty clothes. You could tell they were homeless. They were skipping, holding hands, and singing as they held two packages of ramen noodles in their hands. Seeing that was a huge reality check for me. The second couple looked like they had nothing but the ramen that was in their hands. Nothing that the world could offer. But they were so happy. Let's all choose to realize what we have now is enough. Let's be happy today and celebrate all the great relationships in our lives. Let's not fall for the lie that someday win, then I'll be happy. No, no, no, no. Let's choose to be happy today and from now on. It's a choice and we can do it. Those couples proved it. One looked like they had everything, they weren't even happy, they had no joy. The other one looked clearly like they had nothing but the ramen. So they had one meal's worth of food in their life. That's it to their name. And they're laughing, singing, holding hands, and having a blast. Man, was that a reality check for me? That's a 100% true story, y'all. All right. This week we're talking about expecting great things. The main mentor in my life, now that my dad is no longer with us, was talking about how every day he gets up, he expects great things. And he does have an absolutely great life. But says, even though he wakes up every day expecting great things, he does not always have a great day. But he says it is still so much more important to expect great things than not to. Having that expectancy every day wires your brain to look for great in the everyday things that you live. I would much rather be positive, hopeful, and abundant mind thinking every day than negative, pessimistic, and lack-minded. I don't want to be like that, y'all. And the cool thing is we have a choice. So let's talk about this this week. All right, the there is a force within you that is more powerful than your circumstances, more influential than your past, and more shaping than your current reality. It's not your talent, it's not your connections, it's not even your resources, it's your attitude. Your attitude is the lens through which you see the world. And here's the truth the way you see your life will determine the way your life becomes. If you wake up expecting problems, you'll notice problems everywhere. If you wake up expecting opportunity, you'll begin to see doors you never even noticed before. That's the power of positive expectancy. Every day, whether you realize it or not, you're telling yourself a story. You're either saying, I never get the breaks, things don't work out for me, I'm just not lucky. Or something good is about to happen. I'm growing even if I can't see it. This could be the day everything changes. Your mind listens, your body responds, and your life begins to follow that direction. When you carry a positive outlook, you're not denying reality. You're choosing your focus. And focus is powerful. What you focus on expands. Imagine two people walking into the exact same situation: a job interview, a business meeting, a new opportunity. One walks in thinking, I hope I don't mess this up. The other walks in thinking, I'm ready. Something good is gonna come out of this. Same situation, it's the same opportunity, but completely different energy. The first person is tense, guarded, and hesitant. The second is confident, open, and engaged. Who do you think people respond to? Who do you think notices more opportunities? Who do you think leaves a lasting impression? Your attitude doesn't affect how you feel, it affects how others experience you. And that can change everything. There's something almost magnetic about a person who expects good things. They don't walk into a room hoping to be accepted, they walk in expecting connection. They don't approach challenges expecting failure, they approach them expecting growth. And because of that, they take more chances, they speak up more, they stay in the game longer, and that's where life starts to shift. Because most breakthroughs don't come from one perfect moment, they come from constant belief over time. Positive expectancy keeps you going when others quit. Think about this. How many times has someone given up right before something good happened? Right before the breakthrough, right before the opportunity, right before the connection that could have changed everything. They walked away because they expected nothing to happen. Now imagine the opposite. Someone who keeps showing up, not because it's easy, but because they believe something good is coming. They don't have proof yet, they don't have guarantees, but they have expectation, and that expectation fuels persistence. And persistence creates results. Your life today is in many ways a reflection of what you consistently believed about. If you believe life is hard, nothing ever works out, you'll interpret every setback as confirmation to that. But if you believe there's something good ahead, you'll interpret challenges as part of the journey, not the end of it. Same events, different meaning, and meaning shapes momentum. Let's be clear. Having a positive attitude doesn't mean everything will go your way. It doesn't mean you won't face setbacks. It doesn't mean you won't have a bad day. It means you refuse to let those moments define your entire story. And that's us, y'all. A positive outlook says, this is temporary. This is teaching me something. I'm still moving forward. That mindset is resilient. That mindset is powerful. And that mindset wins over time. When you change your attitude, you don't just change your life, you influence everyone around you. Your family feels it, your coworkers notice it, and your friends are impacted by it because energy is contagious. A negative mindset spreads doubt. A positive mindset spreads possibility. You become someone who lifts others simply by how you show up. And in doing that, you can create stronger relationships, better opportunities, and a more meaningful life. Start your day with expectation. What if you started every day with one simple decision? Today, something good is going to happen. Not because you know what is, not because everything is perfect, not because you're choosing to believe in possibility. That one thought can change how you walk, how you talk, and how you respond. It makes you more aware, more ready, and more open. And when opportunity shows up, you recognize it. A positive attitude isn't something you're born with, it's something you build, just like a muscle. You train it by catching negative thoughts and replacing them, practicing daily gratitude, surrounding yourself with encouraging people, speaking life over your future. At first, it may feel unnatural, but over time it becomes who you are. And once it becomes who you are, it starts shaping everything that you do. There is something incredibly powerful about expecting great things. Not in a wishful way, but in a grounded, confident way. You start preparing differently, you start acting differently, you start believing differently, and that belief changes your trajectory. Doors open, not just because of luck, but because you are ready when they do. The life you want isn't built in one moment. It's built in small daily decisions, especially the decision of how you think. Every time you choose a positive outlook, you're investing in your future. Every time you expect something good, you're aligning yourself with possibility. And over time, those choices compound. They build confidence, they build resilience, they build momentum. Right now, you have a choice. You can walk out of here expecting things to say the same. Or you can expect your life to begin to shift. You can focus on what's missing, or you can focus on what's possible. You can let circumstances dictate your attitude, or you can let your attitude transform your circumstances. Because here's the truth your life doesn't change when everything around you changes. Your life changes when you change. Alright, y'all, I need to hear that one again. That's powerful. That's the that's everything right there. Your life doesn't change when everything around you changes. Your life changes when you and I change. Your attitude shifts, when your expectations rise, and when your outlook expands, that's when everything begins to move. So starting today, let's all expect good things, speak positive words, see the best in our situations, and watch how our lives begin to reflect the attitude that we choose to carry. Because a positive attitude isn't just a way of thinking, it's a way of living. And it has the power to take all of us further than we could ever, ever, ever imagine. That is some good stuff, y'all. Wow. Let's all choose to live every day expecting great things. All right, it's time. It's time, time, time, time, time, time time to buckle up as we head right into the laugh zone. This is the real deal, folks. We're heading to the laugh zone. No turning back. Here we go. First up on the deck. My uncle said time heals all wounds. He was a great guy, but a lousy paramedic. I think you're gonna really enjoy 'em. First one up. Postal worker drives fifty-two miles after work to return lost wallet found in negative eleven degree weather. Everyone in life has likely gone through it at least once. Losing a wallet can be stressful to say the least. So can delivering mail in negative eleven degrees. But that didn't stop a Pennsylvania postal worker from doing a good deed when presented with the opportunity. Twenty five year old Bruce Arma, a new member of the mail team, found a wallet buried halfway down in the snow and right near Pittsburgh. He tucked it away in his car and continued on his route. Not because he meant to steal anything. Finishing his shift, he looked to see if there were any IDs of sorts that might have an address. And thankfully there was. Bruce explained why he struck out at the end of his long day. He got in his car and started driving to find the wallet's rightful owner. He said it was my father's good deeds, explaining that his dad had taught him that he should do the same in the stranger's position. His dad had lost his wallet and someone returned it to him. So I was just returning the favor, Bruce said. His father's wisdom at heart, Bruce arrived in Clinton only to find out that the wallet's owner had moved all the way to McDonald. That was fifty two miles away. But he still decided I'm gonna drive all the way out there to McDonald to give the owner their wallet. There was a hundred dollars in cash, credit cards, ID, and healthcare cards, which were all returned to the rightful owner. He wanted nothing in return, said the owner. He just said it was the right thing to do. Brian wouldn't let sleeping dogs lie and quickly told his own mailman about the incident. So the owner told they got his wallet back, told his own mailman about the incident, who in turn told another postal worker who told another until it caught the ear of their boss, who commended Bruce for taking so much time and effort at the end of a long taxing cold day to return that wallet. His father would have been very proud. Wow, y'all, that's what it's all about when we have those things come up of what are we gonna do? We could either do the right thing or just move on. I know everyone in this community, we're doing the right thing. We're gonna change someone's day. Golden rule living. It's the best way to live. All right, y'all, next up. Community dads raise thousands to surprise beloved school crossing guard with a new car. A group of North Texas dads raise money for a new car for a beloved school crossing guard, leaving her and the community in shock. Ask anyone in Moss Haven Elementary School community about Miss Crawford, and you'll hear the same thing. She is so kind and protective of every child, a staple of the community who knows more parents on a first name basis than most of the school employees. Miss Crawford has been without wheels for the last six months after her car broke down and she lacked the money to repair it or replace it. I was Ubering here and then I ran out of money. I had to get on the bus. But I had to do what I had to do, said Miss Crawford. Learning of her predicament, the Moss Haven Dads Club hold their time and expertise to get beloved Miss Crawford back behind the wheel. Marcus Waither is a member of the Dads Club who organized the carpool dad's volunteers, who dropped children off to school every morning, saving parents and gas and keeping kids safe. It was Waither's idea to raise money to buy Miss Crawford a new car. The club raised an incredible six thousand eight hundred dollars in just a few days, and from there, Waither tagged in local dad Adam Tharp, general manager of Highland Lake Automotive. Tharp found a white jeep that wouldn't break his books to sell at an extreme discount. He took care of a few minor outstanding issues and even threw in some free oil change coupons. Car in hand, Tharp then passed the ball to Jeremy Graves, another dad from the club who took care of the liability insurance on the car on behalf of Mrs. Crawford. After that, the Jeep and the dads were ready and on the morning of early March surprised Miss Crawford while she was on duty. Ah community isn't just a buzzword. It's the action, time, and commitment of the parents, teachers, and staff of those who show up in the smallest and the biggest ways. And as you all know, we would definitely do something like that. Making a difference is what life's about. You don't want to just exist in life. If you left the world and nobody noticed you left, that would not be a very noble life, y'all. We want to, if we when we leave, we want people to say, man, there's a gap. That person did a lot to help out everyone around them. That's the mission. That's the mission of life. All right. Next up are my top three podcast episodes of the week. I like you love to listen to podcasts. I really, really, truly do. I know that they help change, shape my life, and make me a better person every day in every way. All right, so number one up, having a peacemaker's heart from Victoria Osteen. The way to have peace, she says, is to make peace. Peacemakers are makers of peace. We don't have to depend on anyone to make peace for us. It's our responsibility to resolve the differences and the conflicts in our lives. We honor God when we make peace with others. It's an act. Attitude that we must develop to have the happy life God wants us to have. Jesus said in Matthew, Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be the sons of God. Blessed are those who are willing to let go of any offense that comes their way. Blessed are those who don't walk in the pathway of conflict. Blessed are those who are willing to keep peace. The only way you will find unity is through the bonds of peace. Unity does not mean we all agree on everything. Unity does not mean we are all clones and look alike. We are all from different backgrounds with different opinions. We just have to learn that peace is what will bind us together. A conflict can sidetrack us and get us off course. A conflict can extend and prolong a positive outcome. At the end of the day, it's going to be peace that binds us together in unity and brings that happiness and desired outcome that we all look for. When you are a peacemaker, you can trust God to fight the battles for you. One of our greatest challenges is getting along with people because we all want our way. We have to learn if we want peace, it starts with us. We can make peace with ourselves and others. Link to the full episode is in the show notes, as always, everybody. Alright, number two up. I will win. And this came from Motiversity, a great podcast that I listened to. It's called Modiversity. Alright, it says you can control when you get up and when you go to bed. Set yourself up for success on this. You need to look yourself in the mirror, remind yourself to give 100% daily. Expect to win every day. Everybody is great when they are not tired. But winners push through even when they're tired and don't feel like it. That's when the real champions come out. A lot of people are very talented, but just can't deal with the pressure and stress when it comes. Believing in yourself that you can do great things is key. Reach for the stars and don't settle for less. Everything is always impossible until someone does it. Let's be that someone. Never say never. Limits like fears are often an illusion. I love that one. I'll say it again. Never say never. Limits like fears are often an illusion. The greats do things even when they don't want to. And that's the separation between champions and people who will never become a champion. Be more disciplined than that. Be the best that you can be. Period. Give it all. Believe that whatever you put your mind to and be willing to make sacrifices and you will be achieve all of your dreams. You win some, you lose some, but today is a brand new day. Get out there and make it happen. Keep your confidence high and believe in yourself. Champions are champions because they just refuse to quit. Get up early and expect to have a great day. Define what winning looks like to you, and then decide what daily habits you need to make them a reality. Focus on your strengths, not your weaknesses. The person with the biggest desire and the biggest why will win. Alright, y'all. Link to the full episode in the show notes, as always. Number three, Robin Sharma. There's no traffic in your own lane. Robin says stay in your own lane. Stick to your ambition and run with your strengths. Protect your mindset, your heart set, your focus, and your energy. Block out all the noise and distractions. Don't give away your power, energy, or focus to anyone. Run your own race. Don't lose yourself on the way to the top. There will never be a better you than you. Be yourself. Everyone else is taken. Get a really clear sense of where you're going. Set 90, 180 day goals. Be specific. You're gonna be great, not by your to-do list, but by your stop doing list. What he means by that is stop doing the things that don't add value and push you closer to your goals and dreams. You gotta stay disciplined and stay focused. Steady the great ones who had tremendous success. Stay humble and serve others. Always contribute to a cause larger than you. Leaders take the rocks that critics throw at them and they construct monuments that inspire all. Sometimes the thing that breaks your heart serves you. Leaders turn challenges into learnings that propel them to new heights. Leadership is about inspiration. Be ridiculously great at what you do. Link to the full episode once again is in the show notes for you. Alright y'all. Time for our weekly challenge. Let's ensure we, that's you and me, are expecting great things each and every day that we we awaken. Expect great things for you, for the ones you love, and the ones all around you every day. It's just simply the best way to live. And you deserve to live out your best life. Alright, I'm gonna close it out the way I started it. You are enough. You in fact have what it takes. Your absolute best days are straight ahead of you, champion. You are loved and appreciated, as my dad would always say. I want to thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you for being a great part of our community as we roll to one million. Have an epic day, a magnificent week, and God bless.

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Thank you once again for listening to a conversation of hope with Brett. Brett wants to remind you that you are loved and appreciated. If you find value in this episode and know someone who can use a little help and encouragement, please like, share, and comment. Be sure to check out the show notes for links to Brett's top three podcasts of the week. Until next time, wishing you and your family an incredible weekend. And ultimately, a great life. Because you, you, you deserve it.