More About Matt…

Matt's journey is a profound testament to the transformative power of self-awareness, growth, and a commitment to authenticity. The absence of a positive masculine role model in his formative years led to a deep-seated mistrust of men, manifesting in challenges in his relationships and experiences of bullying and toxicity.

The turning point came in his mid-thirties when he attended a men's retreat, realizing the need to take ownership of his experiences for genuine change.

His initial foray into coaching as a personal trainer showcased his passion for helping others transform their lives through fitness and nutrition. However, as his interests evolved, so did his focus. Shifting his business towards aiding those with chronic illnesses and injuries, Matt demonstrated a commitment to making a meaningful impact on people's lives beyond physical appearance.

Despite his success in the fitness and rehabilitation industry, Matt recognized that his reliance on his physical body served as a shield against buried emotional pain. The men's retreat underscored the necessity of addressing the emotional scars accumulated from childhood, marking the beginning of a deeper, more holistic personal journey.

Matt's immersion in disciplines such as Kundalini Yoga, Tantra, Buddhist meditation, and Yogic Sexuality reflects a commitment to spiritual and emotional well-being. This diverse foundation informs his coaching style, which blends the practical with the spiritual, aiming to connect with people at a heart level and infusing a touch of magic from his varied practices.

As a sought-after coach and leader of men's groups and retreats, Matt shares his wisdom and experiences, guiding others on their paths of self-discovery. His role as a teacher of yogic sexuality further expands his reach, facilitating conversations about intimate connections.

Collaborating with his wife, Missy, Matt extends his teachings to couples, helping them discover real-life magic in their sex and intimate relationships. Their joint events and retreats emphasize the importance of connection, understanding, and mutual growth.

Matt's overarching purpose is clear: to assist individuals in moving beyond silent suffering and embracing their fullest expressions. By combining his life's work with a commitment to continuous learning, he strives to empower others to embark on their transformative journeys towards authenticity and fulfillment.

Matt’s Personal Message:

Life happens in moments. Every moment we are either giving or receiving something from the world around us. For any of us to make lasting changes in our life, we must first learn to tune into and understand what the sensations in our body are trying to tell us in that moment.

When I was able to start listening and decoding these sensations in real time, I was finally able to control my reactions to the world around me. I was able to express myself in a healthy way without silently stuffing or projecting my feelings. By quieting the judgemental voices in my mind, I was able to be more present to what I needed, and to the needs of the people important to me. What embodiment work did for me, and what it can do for you, is help you gain greater command over these Moments.

Think about it…most of the time when you are triggered by something your partner says or does, you have a split second to shift the energy. The mood either opens to love or goes up in flames. Trust me, I was the king of getting triggered, my body flooded with fear and insecurity, and all defense missiles were launched all because I did not have the capacity in my body to do something different in that moment. It did not, and still does not matter what I know, it is all about how I show up in that moment that has my loving wife feel safe or want to cut my throat:).

Our lives, and especially our romantic relationships, feel either fulfilled, or unfulfilled, based on the accumulation of little moments.

If more moments are spent screaming in frustration, it is likely that you will feel unfulfilled. If more moments are spent screaming with pleasure filling your body, I am guessing you will likely feel more fulfilled.

I will end with this simple message, As one of my favorite teachers once said, “You don't have to do shit", and if you are in the same place this time next year you will know why”.

I chose to do some shit, I hope you do as well.