Johnny’s a nice guy. He helps his friends on busy days, calls his grandma daily, and gives gifts to his coworkers on their birthdays. No one has ever seen Johnny mad. But deep down Johnny holds an unbearable amount of frustration. When he was young, Johnny’s parents told him that good kids don’t get angry.
I recently was diagnosed with a disease that is so rare and affects your neurons! It turns out suppressed sadness, tears, and emotional stress have cause my neurons in that specific organ to malfunction. I’m on the recovery mission and reading this email was all that I needed right now! Thank you for doing this 💚
This letter couldn't have arrived in my email at a better time.
I lost my dad this past February and I have not properly grieved his passing. I love my dad and miss him like crazy. But I don't feel i have the time to grieve as I feel I have to now be the strong one for my mom, kid sister, and older brother. It's been rough these past few months BUT this last week was the worse!
To the point I went to the Dr because I was not feeling well. I'm still waiting on results but hope all comes back good. Anyways, this past weekend was my moms birthday and all last week leading up to my moms b-day, all I could think about was my dad not being present to sing happy birthday on his guitar.
After my moms b-day, I felt better and that's when I realized what was making me feel sick. I haven't expressed my emotions because I think I need to always be the strong, happy, positive person I always was. I have yet to properly grieve my fathers passing, but I now know I need to let out my emotions rather than press them down. Thanks Matt.
Your family will fully understand that you are upset, it shows you care. Don't bottle it up. I think you've been strong enough for long enough, time to throw caution to the wind and tell people how you're feeling. Take care of yourself Inez.
When I receive one of your wonderful newsletters, I feel like it's a message from a friend! and it always comes when I feel my lowest and gives me the perfect pick me up. Thank you Matt 💜
I was considered the goody goody of the 5 kids in the family, just because I did what I was supposed to.... Go to school, do my homework and chores.
Then I worked the same place of business all my adult life, as a good employee. I was able to retire at 55 doing everything "right". But in who's eyes? There were several years I worked 2 jobs, while going to night school.
Did I miss out on things most people do in their lives.... Maybe yes. I never vacationed to another country with family or friends. I never got married or had kids. But have been in a relationship for going on 7 years now. There isn't a guide for life, we all experience it differently.
Am I happy.... Yes!
Life is and adventure we all do differently. Waking up each day is a blessing. Friends and family are a big joy my life (as well as the 2 kittens I adopted this past year).
I still have many adventures in front of me and grateful to say, without many stresses.
🤎 To you Matt and to everyone living in a potential stressful world. Enjoy what you can of it.
I have followed the newsletter for a longtime now , and I always value/appreciate when they come. I wished I applied more of the things being written but due some insecurities i have and bad habits its difficult .This newsletter made me think about all the ways I've eaten my emotions and now realize the detriment they make to my happiness. I try and fail today and I don't want to try anymore. However , I've taken some steps to change. Some may watch these steps as insignificant ,and I'm conscious of that, but for me these are huge . I just want to thank you Matt.
I was betrayed and cheated, I decided not to mind it and not take it for granted, I don't know I was angry at first and also hurt, I cried a lot at night got anxiety but I just keep it to myself I didn't even try to tell my parents what happen. Still, I forgive him and give him another chance coz I know I can moved on and I can handle it, despite of the things that he done I still show him kindness and humbleness. I know you can call it martyr or whatsoever but you know that's love can take you. Later did I know that sleepless nights, crying in my dreams, not eating, dazed is a signed already of depression, I started coughing too. I know I should have expressed my self to get anger. But I can't, still kindness prevail. Right now I'm okay, my health is great. I'm happy coz I get rid of people that is making me this. I decided to take care of myself, got myself a dog, adventure is what I do to overcome it. Thank you MATT.
This is exactly what I needed to read today-thank you. I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease 4 years ago and it wasn’t till recently that I started to make the connection between a spiritual and physical connection for my disease. This story you shared resonates so heavily with me and the way you explained the healthy anger is exactly what I’ve been trying to work on lately. I have finally been seeing so much great improvement not only in my mental health but also my physical health and it makes me so grateful for people like you who share this mindset of healing. Thank you!
Powerful read! It is so important that people express all of their emotions in a healthy and non-destructive way. It is ok to be frustrated and angry while still being respectful and getting out all the pent-up emotion that will eventually explode if not addressed. Keeping anything inside for an extended time does affect your overall health and I'm happy to see their is some volatility of statistics and evidence of that truth!
I’ve experienced the opposite end a lot. I lash out in anger after frustrations but I try to be a nice guy overall. I think setting boundary’s (which can be incredibly difficult) works for that as well, there is such a fine balance between those spectrums and to find it proves to be difficult every time I try. Luckily I have friends to help me and advice me and as I get older these things get easier. Anyway, this one made me release some things, thanks matt!
Matt, it's always great reading your insights and updates. Sometimes the timing couldn't be more impeccable, with this no exception. After feeling overwhelmed the last few weeks and doing too much, I have been taking some time to myself and saying no to new commitments. I am also currently trying to plan a solo getaway, which makes this even more of a coincidence. I hope you're having a wonderful time in Puerto Rico and I look forward to the book in the future.
I've always tried to be Mr. Nice guy, and I'm sorry for what I'm about to say. The pandemic taught me a lesson, it was a good period for me. People change, and the pandemic helped me realize who my real friends are. I'm not nice to everyone anymore. I speak when i have to and i stay silent when it's needed. We all have this urge inside to be liked by everyone, and we should be nice to people, but do not overlook your needs just to help someone else. Sending loads of love, Andrei
The pandemic was needed in a way for everyone. Even though I and so many others lost people, it was needed. To show that we have so many days/weeks/years left on this planet and when you actually at how much you have left it becomes even more real. More aware at the echo you leave behind, more aware of what matters, and who matters in the end. You are in charge of your own love and happiness not anyone else <3
This is weird but I'm laughing. It's comical how like me this is. I love Gabor Matata (I dont know how to insert the little dash thing above the 'e' lmao). I'm just so happy to be here!
I recently was diagnosed with a disease that is so rare and affects your neurons! It turns out suppressed sadness, tears, and emotional stress have cause my neurons in that specific organ to malfunction. I’m on the recovery mission and reading this email was all that I needed right now! Thank you for doing this 💚
Good luck with your recovery <3
This letter couldn't have arrived in my email at a better time.
I lost my dad this past February and I have not properly grieved his passing. I love my dad and miss him like crazy. But I don't feel i have the time to grieve as I feel I have to now be the strong one for my mom, kid sister, and older brother. It's been rough these past few months BUT this last week was the worse!
To the point I went to the Dr because I was not feeling well. I'm still waiting on results but hope all comes back good. Anyways, this past weekend was my moms birthday and all last week leading up to my moms b-day, all I could think about was my dad not being present to sing happy birthday on his guitar.
After my moms b-day, I felt better and that's when I realized what was making me feel sick. I haven't expressed my emotions because I think I need to always be the strong, happy, positive person I always was. I have yet to properly grieve my fathers passing, but I now know I need to let out my emotions rather than press them down. Thanks Matt.
Wishing you the best Inez.
Thank you :)
Your family will fully understand that you are upset, it shows you care. Don't bottle it up. I think you've been strong enough for long enough, time to throw caution to the wind and tell people how you're feeling. Take care of yourself Inez.
Thank you, i really appreciate that. and I will, I will begin to show my emotions rather than to bottle them up. :)
Wishing you all the best 🤍
Thank you <3
Be strong Inez. People care know that
Thank you, its nice to know that <3
When I receive one of your wonderful newsletters, I feel like it's a message from a friend! and it always comes when I feel my lowest and gives me the perfect pick me up. Thank you Matt 💜
I was considered the goody goody of the 5 kids in the family, just because I did what I was supposed to.... Go to school, do my homework and chores.
Then I worked the same place of business all my adult life, as a good employee. I was able to retire at 55 doing everything "right". But in who's eyes? There were several years I worked 2 jobs, while going to night school.
Did I miss out on things most people do in their lives.... Maybe yes. I never vacationed to another country with family or friends. I never got married or had kids. But have been in a relationship for going on 7 years now. There isn't a guide for life, we all experience it differently.
Am I happy.... Yes!
Life is and adventure we all do differently. Waking up each day is a blessing. Friends and family are a big joy my life (as well as the 2 kittens I adopted this past year).
I still have many adventures in front of me and grateful to say, without many stresses.
🤎 To you Matt and to everyone living in a potential stressful world. Enjoy what you can of it.
I love reading your newsletter! Do you think about converting the newsletter to book format in the future? lots of love from Portugal!
I have followed the newsletter for a longtime now , and I always value/appreciate when they come. I wished I applied more of the things being written but due some insecurities i have and bad habits its difficult .This newsletter made me think about all the ways I've eaten my emotions and now realize the detriment they make to my happiness. I try and fail today and I don't want to try anymore. However , I've taken some steps to change. Some may watch these steps as insignificant ,and I'm conscious of that, but for me these are huge . I just want to thank you Matt.
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Your music recs have been 🤌🏼
I was betrayed and cheated, I decided not to mind it and not take it for granted, I don't know I was angry at first and also hurt, I cried a lot at night got anxiety but I just keep it to myself I didn't even try to tell my parents what happen. Still, I forgive him and give him another chance coz I know I can moved on and I can handle it, despite of the things that he done I still show him kindness and humbleness. I know you can call it martyr or whatsoever but you know that's love can take you. Later did I know that sleepless nights, crying in my dreams, not eating, dazed is a signed already of depression, I started coughing too. I know I should have expressed my self to get anger. But I can't, still kindness prevail. Right now I'm okay, my health is great. I'm happy coz I get rid of people that is making me this. I decided to take care of myself, got myself a dog, adventure is what I do to overcome it. Thank you MATT.
This is exactly what I needed to read today-thank you. I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease 4 years ago and it wasn’t till recently that I started to make the connection between a spiritual and physical connection for my disease. This story you shared resonates so heavily with me and the way you explained the healthy anger is exactly what I’ve been trying to work on lately. I have finally been seeing so much great improvement not only in my mental health but also my physical health and it makes me so grateful for people like you who share this mindset of healing. Thank you!
Powerful read! It is so important that people express all of their emotions in a healthy and non-destructive way. It is ok to be frustrated and angry while still being respectful and getting out all the pent-up emotion that will eventually explode if not addressed. Keeping anything inside for an extended time does affect your overall health and I'm happy to see their is some volatility of statistics and evidence of that truth!
I’ve experienced the opposite end a lot. I lash out in anger after frustrations but I try to be a nice guy overall. I think setting boundary’s (which can be incredibly difficult) works for that as well, there is such a fine balance between those spectrums and to find it proves to be difficult every time I try. Luckily I have friends to help me and advice me and as I get older these things get easier. Anyway, this one made me release some things, thanks matt!
Matt, it's always great reading your insights and updates. Sometimes the timing couldn't be more impeccable, with this no exception. After feeling overwhelmed the last few weeks and doing too much, I have been taking some time to myself and saying no to new commitments. I am also currently trying to plan a solo getaway, which makes this even more of a coincidence. I hope you're having a wonderful time in Puerto Rico and I look forward to the book in the future.
Love this Matt! It’s so good to get your emails, you are real doesn’t show only the good moments.
Love from Brazil 🇧🇷
I've always tried to be Mr. Nice guy, and I'm sorry for what I'm about to say. The pandemic taught me a lesson, it was a good period for me. People change, and the pandemic helped me realize who my real friends are. I'm not nice to everyone anymore. I speak when i have to and i stay silent when it's needed. We all have this urge inside to be liked by everyone, and we should be nice to people, but do not overlook your needs just to help someone else. Sending loads of love, Andrei
The pandemic was needed in a way for everyone. Even though I and so many others lost people, it was needed. To show that we have so many days/weeks/years left on this planet and when you actually at how much you have left it becomes even more real. More aware at the echo you leave behind, more aware of what matters, and who matters in the end. You are in charge of your own love and happiness not anyone else <3
I needed this. The song made it even more. Thank you Matt.
This is weird but I'm laughing. It's comical how like me this is. I love Gabor Matata (I dont know how to insert the little dash thing above the 'e' lmao). I'm just so happy to be here!