At corporate events, school assemblies, and packed auditoriums across the country, Brett Eastburn has a way of making people laugh, think, and believe again. Born with no arms and no legs, Brett doesnât just talk about overcoming obstacles; he lives it every day.
If you’re looking for motivational speaker quotes that go beyond clichĂ©s, these hand-picked lines from Brettâs book âIâm Not Missing Anythingâ are real, raw, and downright powerful. Whether you’re a company looking to boost morale or a school wanting to inspire your students, this collection is for you.
Chapter-by-Chapter: Brett Eastburnâs Most Motivational Quotes
Chapter 2: Never Say You CAN’T
“When you say, “I CAN’T”, you’re right because you’re not even going to try.”
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Chapter 2: Never Say You CAN’T
“When you say, “I CAN’T”, you’re right because you’re not even going to try.”
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Chapter 3: Strike three, but YOU’RE NOT OUT!Â
“Strike three, but you’re not out. When we put in 110% effort at the third try and we have not accomplished what we set out to do, most of us stop. We tell ourselves, I just gave my best three times, so I must not be able to do it. This is simply not true. Never stop at anything you want, especially on the third try. Once you have given up, that is when it is over.”
Chapter 4: Break it Down
“Most people make the mistake of trying to do an entire project at once, no matter the job. Break it down into simpler tasks. Take things one step at a time, one piece at a time. Youâll be surprised at how easy it is.”
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Chapter 4: Break it Down
“Most people make the mistake of trying to do an entire project at once, no matter the job. Break it down into simpler tasks. Take things one step at a time, one piece at a time. Youâll be surprised at how easy it is.”
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Chapter 5: The 200-year-old time theory
“No matter how many times I’ve given a speech, I’m afraid I’ll forget my spot. No matter how many laughs my jokes have gotten, I’m afraid my comedy act is going to bomb. That’s when I think of my 200-year-old timeline theory. Two hundred years from now, are the small things that I worried about going to stand out? I know in the long run, the silly things that I worry about won’t matter. So I can stop worrying and finish the job with no regrets.”
Chapter 6: Be Thankful for the Cool Stuff
“Almost no one becomes a success overnight. In fact, I may never get to the place I’ve imagined for myself. But I’m enjoying the process of trying to get there. If today is the best I’ll ever be, I’m thankful for the cool stuff I have, the interesting places I’ve been, and the amazing people I’ve met. I am just playing the hand I was dealt.”
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Chapter 7: People Place Handicaps on Themselves
“People who believe in handicaps are constantly creating obstacles for themselves. They are allowing themselves to stop, to quit, to settle for less than they deserve. Everyone’s life has difficult spots. People place handicaps on others or themselves. If we consciously remove obstacles, those are times you have a chance to grow and to learn a new way to do things.”
Chapter 8: I am Better Than NO ONE, and NO ONE is Better Than I.
“I am better than no one, and no one is better than I. Itâs easy to feel intimidated when someone uses their social or career status to put you down. For someone like me, people of all sorts feel superior, thinking I canât do things. You hear them say, âI feel sorry for you.â Forget that. No one is better than I am, and I am no better than they are.”
Chapter 9: I LIKE Being Different
“I like being different. It sets me apart and opens me up for more positive attention. But some people feel uncomfortable when they confront something new. One of the keys is to break the ice for those who may not be comfortable with you. Give them a reason to find out who you really are.”
Chapter 10: You’re Never Stuck!
“You’re never stuck, you’re just temporarily delayed!”
Chapter 10: You’re Never Stuck!
“You’re never stuck, you’re just temporarily delayed!”
Chapter 11: First Impressions Matter
“A good first impression is essential. People have all kinds of different ways of greeting each other. Some folks kiss. Some shake hands. Others nod or just say, “Wazzup.” For me, I like a handshake. If I extend my arm, grab the end to it, just like you, someone’s hand. If you meet someone new and don’t know what to do, it’s OK to ask them how they give a greeting. That gives us a chance to figure things out together.”
Chapter 12: Thank You
“Two of the most powerful words are ‘Thank You.’ Too often, weâre surprised by a sincere compliment and act like we donât deserve anyoneâs praise. When you say ‘thank you,’ youâre telling the other person their words are appreciated, and youâre also telling yourself, subconsciously, that maybe theyâre right.”
Chapter 12: Thank You
“Two of the most powerful words are ‘Thank You.’ Too often, weâre surprised by a sincere compliment and act like we donât deserve anyoneâs praise. When you say ‘thank you,’ youâre telling the other person their words are appreciated, and youâre also telling yourself, subconsciously, that maybe theyâre right.”
Chapter 13: There’s a Fine Line When It Comes to Laughing
“There’s a fine line between laughing at your situation and making fun of yourself to receive negative attention. It’s like a card game. Sometimes you’re dealt a bad hand. If you enjoy the game, you don’t mind losing one in a while. That’s part of the joy of living. But if you tear yourself done when you lose, the game’s no fun. Laugh with life, not at it.”
Chapter 14: I’m Proud of What I Accomplished
“We are not here to judge others. You can’t judge someone unless you can read minds; you’ll never be able to do that. I believe there is a final judge for all of us. I’ll let His decision stand.”
