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In this episode, Matt shares his journey from accidental entrepreneurship in 2017 to the discovery and healing of deep-seated childhood trauma. Struggling with anxiety and stress and even experiencing panic attacks, Matt sought help and uncovered unresolved issues from his past that affected his self-worth. Despite growing his business to a million-dollar venture annually, he speaks about the struggles he faced growing up, including his contentious relationship with his father, being forced into sports, and feeling out of place due to his sensitivity and sexuality. Matt's story emphasizes the importance of acknowledging one's worth, the pitfalls of living from a place of scarcity, and the ongoing journey of growth and healing.\nMatt is more than just an entrepreneur and author\u2014he's a conqueror of challenges and a beacon of personal transformation. With an unwavering belief in the inherent wisdom within each of us, he guides his clients to unearth their inner strength and conquer the barriers blocking their path to success. Matt\u2019s scaled his business to generate an impressive $1M in annual revenue, and he works one-on-one with high-achievers who grapple with self-doubt, illuminating the truth that there's nothing inherently flawed within them and empowering them to embrace their true selves, enabling them to pursue their passions and aspirations with confidence and purpose.\n\nYou can find Matt online: mattgerlach.com\n\nTimestamps:\n03:22 Introduction and Greetings\n03:54 Matt's Entrepreneurial Journey\n04:32 Struggles with Anxiety and Health\n05:49 Discovering Childhood Trauma\n06:40 Healing and Business Success\n07:29 Understanding Self-Worth\n08:52 Childhood Challenges and Identity\n19:00 Relationship with Parents\n20:11 Financial Lessons and Scarcity Mindset\n25:56 Acceptance and Moving Forward\n30:44 The Burden of Unspoken Feelings\n31:32 The Journey of Forgiveness\n32:28 Reflections on Childhood and Parental Expectations\n34:37 Coming Out and Acceptance\n36:39 Navigating Identity and Relationships\n42:17 Parenting and Future Aspirations\n48:28 The Importance of Respect and Apology\n55:07 Conclusion and Contact Information\n\nSponsors of the Podcast:\n\nBetterHelp: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://betterhelp.com/ez10\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\xa0for 10% off your first month of therapy\n\nWeShape: https://weshape.postaffiliatepro.com/scripts/dcfogwyuk?a_aid=FurkhanDandia&a_bid=d7508fa8 for 35% all plans.\n\nAura: https://aura.com/ez10 for a free two-week trial\n\nPlunge: https://plunge.com/ez\n\nMint Mobile: \u2060https://trymintmobile.com/ez10\u2060 for 15$ for an unlimited cell phone plan\n\nWe Are Wild for 25% off your first order: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://zen.ai/EZ23\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\n\nIf you would like to support EZ Conversations, here are all the ways you can do that:\n\nInstagram\u2060\u2060:\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.instagram.com/eunoiazen\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\n\u2060\u2060Facebook\u2060\u2060: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://m.facebook.com/eunoiazen\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060 \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\nYouTube\u2060\u2060: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrqBp_zdRiIfBRV4wURSZ2A\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\nLinkedIn: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.linkedin.com/in/furkhan-dandia-macp-mba-072a8a1ba/\u2060\n\nPatreon: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060patreon.com/EzConversations\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\n\nOr find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1\u2060\u2060\u2060\nSubscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices