Are you tired of drifting through life, yearning for something more? Deep within us all, there's an insatiable craving for purpose and meaning that ignites our souls and drives us to make every moment count. But in today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get lost in the chaos, losing sight of what truly matters. This week on "On This Walk," my walking partner is Ryan Matthew. We dive into a deep conversation about personal journeys and finding purpose in life. Ryan shares his experiences of seeking external solutions to his problems, only to realize that the root of his issues was internal. Through self-discovery and facing suppressed emotions, Ryan undergoes significant changes, including divorce and loss of financial wealth. Ryan shares a profound story about a transformative experience he had, which symbolizes personal and collective transformation. We also discuss the fear some men have of embracing their feminine side and the importance of integrating both masculine and feminine energies. We challenge the notion that exploring emotions and self-discovery is solely feminine and advocate for a holistic approach to personal growth. We invite you to reflect on your own journey and how you may be locking yourself away from experiencing the fullness of life. The journey to self-discovery is a personal one, but it's also a journey we all share as human beings. In This Episode (03:30) Ryan’s struggle to find purpose and meaning in life (05:19) His journey of deconstruction and self-discovery (08:32) Finding greater purpose and resilience through deconstruction and divine guidance (12:23) The fears and needs that arise when making a major life change. (13:12) The story of the man in the cage (20:55) How Ryan showed love and compassion to the broken man in the story (22:00) The man's transformation from being wretched. (28:25) The symbolism of the man's loss of his wife, daughter, and mother (34:11) The man's de-evolution and carrying the weight of pain (43:21) The transformation that occurred in Ryan’s life when pouring love into the man in the cage (45:37) The fear of losing joy and love (48:14) The fear of merging in relationships (49:11) The individuality and collectivism pendulum swing (50:24) Fear of losing masculinity in personal growth (52:51) The transformation journey and the reunification of self (59:16) The universe's bigger signs and ignoring inner whispers Notable Quote “I had just lost all of my financial wealth. I had just lost my marriage. My band had just ended all of these big things, and so there was a lot of turmoil in my life at the moment. But as I was pouring love into this man, I was pouring love into myself. The impact that those losses had on my life started to lessen. And it was like I was able to feel the emotion. And I was also able to feel a ton of joy. I realized that so much of what I was running away from in my life was this joy. This joy that was growing inside of me, and I'm still experiencing it today. The more I sit out in nature, the more this joy just continues to bubble up in me.” – Ryan (43:51) Our Guest Ryan Matthew is a tenacious truth seeker, certified professional coach, lightning protection master installer, and a powerful musician/songwriter. He has spent the second half of his life dedicated to unlocking his deeper purpose here, bringing his healing music to the people and becoming a lover of life and all things alive. Resources & Links On This Walk https://www.facebook.com/dlukeiorio https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukeiorio/ https://instagram.com/dlukeiorio https://instagram.com/onthiswalkshow Ryan Matthew https://www.facebook.com/RyanPolingLLC https://www.instagram.com/ryan_matthew_official/ https://www.facebook.com/ryan.poling.355/
