A Conversation of Hope With Brett

Brett and Shannon

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Self-Improvement

Positive and hope-filled; with simple, practical steps to live your best life.

1h ago

31 V’s and 2 F’s

This episode, "31 Vs and 2 Fs," uses Brett's upcoming annual physical as motivation for a 33-day health challenge: 31 days of clean eating and healthy habits ("Vs") plus two fasting days ("Fs"), though he humorously admits Athena's birthday cake quickly turned one of those days into an "X." He shares lessons he's learned about health and fitness, emphasizing that nutrition is the biggest factor in physical results and that small, consistent choices create lasting change. Brett also highlights your weight-loss success, praising your discipline, increased energy, and confidence while sharing some of the habits that helped you lose over 30 pounds. The core message is that good health isn't just about appearance—it's the foundation for having the energy, resilience, and freedom to fully enjoy life, pursue dreams, and serve others. The episode closes with encouragement to take one positive step toward better health today, no matter where you're starting. Motivation Daily | The Power of Excellence https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/motivation-daily-by-motiversity/id1581058922?i=1000770798110 Forgive Yourself | How to Move Forward and Find Inner Peace https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/motivational-speech/id1642546815?i=1000771510761 Victoria Osteen | Keep the Right Perspective https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joel-osteen-podcast/id137254859?i=1000770818024 Simple Daily Routine Download: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1njZbEbTg-NKLto1OptvAkglc6mxdXKo7/view?usp=drive_link

34 min
4d ago

What Lens Do You Choose to Look Through?

This episode is centered around encouragement and hope, with the host emphasizing that listeners are worthy, loved, and capable of achieving their dreams. He highlights key life lessons from Jon Gordon’s new book, The Seven Commitments of a Great Team, including choosing love over fear, living from the inside out, focusing on what you "get to" do, having faith during hard times, and speaking positively to yourself. The podcast features two powerful stories: a grocery driver who saved a woman’s life by trusting his instincts, and a mother who forgave her son’s killer and now works with him to honor her late son's legacy. The host also shares favorite podcast takeaways from Kristen Welch, Les Brown, and Angela Davis—all emphasizing gratitude, integrity, and pursuing purpose. The episode ends with a weekly challenge to be kind to yourself and a heartfelt reminder that the best is yet to come. Kristen Welch: How Saying No Leads to Life's Biggest Yes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franklincovey-on-leadership-with-scott-miller/id1391164389?i=1000706510097 Les Brown: If You're Casual About Your Dreams, You'll End Up a Casualty https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-quote-of-the-day-show-daily-motivational-talks/id1163094296?i=1000708389487 Angela Davis: Believe That You Are Capable of Your Dream https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-quote-of-the-day-show-daily-motivational-talks/id1163094296?i=1000706737579 Simple Daily Routine Download: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1njZbEbTg-NKLto1OptvAkglc6mxdXKo7/view?usp=drive_link

31 min
Jun 8

Believe in You — I DO

Brett's main message was that nobody owes you success—you owe it to yourself to pursue your goals and become the best version of yourself. Inspired by a speech from Denzel Washington, he talked about the importance of discipline, faith, and taking responsibility for your future instead of making excuses. He also shared that strong relationships are about helping each other succeed rather than competing with one another. To illustrate perseverance, he highlighted inspiring stories of a double-amputee mountain climber and a 108-year-old woman who still exercises and drives. His overall encouragement was to believe in yourself, keep moving forward, and never give up on your dreams. Terri Savelle Foy | Transform Your Reality: 30 Days of Tiny Habits That Activate Divine Favor https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/terri-savelle-foy-podcast-audio/id274538089?i=1000767203146 Melissa Doman | Is Staying Silent Making You Sick? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilient-mind/id1562025210?i=1000766357355 Motivation Daily | The Power of Being Positive https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/motivation-daily-by-motiversity/id1581058922?i=1000766431611 Simple Daily Routine For a Balanced Life: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1njZbEbTg-NKLto1OptvAkglc6mxdXKo7/view?usp=drive_link

32 min
Jun 4

Change This and Your Life Changes for the Better Instantly

In this jam-packed episode, we explore how a shift in perspective can dramatically change your life — from building resilience and reducing stress to unlocking gratitude, motivation, and stronger relationships. The episode also features two powerful real-life stories: an Olympic kite surfer rescuing a drowning woman, and a heroic truck driver stopping an armed highway shooter. We highlight Denzel Washington’s unforgettable “Becoming Unstoppable” speech, packed with life lessons about discipline, risk-taking, and perseverance. Plus, this week’s challenge encourages you to do a random act of kindness for a family member — just because. Becoming Unstoppable Starts With One Choice - Denzel Washington https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilient-mind/id1562025210?i=1000703935386 Kristen Welch: How Saying No Leads to Life's Biggest Yes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franklincovey-on-leadership-with-scott-miller/id1391164389?i=1000706510097 Angela Davis - "Believe That You Are Capable of Your Dream https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-quote-of-the-day-show-daily-motivational-talks/id1163094296?i=1000706737579 Simple Daily Routine Download: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1njZbEbTg-NKLto1OptvAkglc6mxdXKo7/view?usp=drive_link Techniques to Share Perspective: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1l4403t-xJCA9RReae3a8lEX4_yJGxs_1/view?usp=drive_link

16 min
Jun 1

YOU are DESTINED to WIN!!

Brett's episode focused on the idea that "your input determines your output"—what you consistently allow into your mind, body, emotions, and spirit ultimately shapes your life. He used a story about Athena hiding behind her hands to illustrate how people often have blind spots and may not see opportunities or weaknesses that others can see. Brett encouraged listeners to intentionally choose positive influences, healthy habits, encouraging relationships, and spiritual growth, because small daily inputs compound into major life changes over time. He emphasized that success, peace, confidence, and fulfillment are cultivated through consistent choices rather than dramatic one-time actions. The episode concluded with a challenge to evaluate your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual inputs and make changes that support the life you want to create. Marcus Taylor | Why Can’t It Be You? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/motivation-daily-by-motiversity/id1581058922?i=1000768727722 Mel Robbin’s | 3 Ways to Quickly Get Out of a Rut https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mel-robbins-podcast/id1646101002?i=1000767448857 Carrie Wilderson | Excuses are Lies That No One Else Believes, Except for You https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-quote-of-the-day-show-daily-motivational-talks/id1163094296?i=1000766396468 Simple Daily Routine For a Balanced Life: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1njZbEbTg-NKLto1OptvAkglc6mxdXKo7/view?usp=drive_link

32 min
May 28

This One Thing Impacts Every Area in Your Life - Powerful!

This uplifting episode focuses on the power of choosing a positive attitude daily and outlines 10 simple habits that help build it — from morning devotionals and workouts to gratitude, laughter, and quiet time with loved ones. The host shares heartfelt personal stories, inspiring real-life examples like Jim Carrey and Bethany Hamilton, and emphasizes that success and peace come from consistent, intentional mindset shifts. Listeners are encouraged to take action by doing one kind thing for themselves this week and remembering that they are worthy, capable, and deeply valued. Zig Ziglar - Your Attitude, Not Your Aptitude Will Determine Your Altitude https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/zig-ziglar-your-attitude-not-your-aptitude-will-determine/id1723882003?i=1000664457161 When It All Falls Apart - Nick Vujicic https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilient-mind/id1562025210?i=1000666068483 Brianna West - We're Always Waiting for Breakthrough https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-quote-of-the-day-show-daily-motivational-talks/id1163094296?i=1000705478573 Simple Daily Routine For a Balanced Life: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1njZbEbTg-NKLto1OptvAkglc6mxdXKo7/view?usp=drive_link

26 min
May 25

Turning the lights back on….LETS GO!!

Brett’s episode focused on “turning the lights back on” during dark or discouraging seasons of life, using Imagine Big by Terri Savelle as the core message. He emphasized that many people stop dreaming because of fear, disappointment, or routine, but encouraged listeners to start imagining bigger again, write down their goals, protect their mindset, and take small daily actions toward a better future. The episode also featured two inspiring real-life stories: an 80-year-old woman who completed the Appalachian Trail after years of setbacks, and a 72-year-old woman who finally achieved her lifelong dream of graduating medical school. Brett then recapped podcast lessons from Christine Hassler, John Gordon, and Joel Osteen about self-love, positive habits, gratitude, and learning to find peace in your current season of life. He closed the episode by reminding listeners that they are loved, capable, and never too old or too far behind to dream big again. Christine Hassle | How Love Changes Everything https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-motivation/id1713407788?i=1000722364807 Jon Gordon | The Power of Positive Habits https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jon-gordon-podcast/id1329995882?i=1000768126073 Joel Osteen | Being Happy Where You Are https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joel-osteen-podcast/id137254859?i=1000766051500 Daily Healthy Lifestyle: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1coeDFfQP3wt1DX-nRvIi4Q0W9IJSB8Mr/view?usp=drivesdk

32 min
May 21

Relationships 2.0 The Final Piece to the Puzzle

This episode spotlights How to Win Friends and Influence People and its powerful relationship advice, like being a good listener, showing appreciation, and avoiding arguments. The host shares two heartwarming stories — a dad flying on six Christmas flights to be with his daughter and an NFL team gifting Super Bowl tickets to a beloved staff member. Motivational insights from speakers like Jim Rohn and Molly Fletcher are also featured. The episode ends with a challenge to show kindness and take time for self-care. A feel-good, encouraging listen packed with tools for better connections and a stronger mindset. Zig Ziglar - Your Attitude Will Determine Your Altitude https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/zig-ziglar-your-attitude-not-your-aptitude-will-determine/id1723882003?i=1000664457161 Nick Vujicic - When It All Falls Apart, Listen to This https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resilient-mind/id1562025210?i=1000666068483 The Quote of the Day - Brianna Wiest: We're Always Waiting for a Breakthrough https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-quote-of-the-day-show-daily-motivational-talks/id1163094296?i=1000705478573 Simple Daily Routine for a Balanced Life Download: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1njZbEbTg-NKLto1OptvAkglc6mxdXKo7/view?usp=drive_link

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Positive and hope-filled; with simple, practical steps to live your best life.

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Brett and Shannon
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

78
Rating

Clean
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