Let's talk about Self love, Self work, Real Life Stories and Getting the Lesson Out of Every Situation! Helping you REMEMBER WHO YOU ARE and how POWERFUL you are.
Let's talk about Self love, Self work, Real Life Stories and Getting the Lesson Out of Every Situation! Helping you REMEMBER WHO YOU ARE and how POWERFUL you are.
In this episode, Libni sits down with Matthew Barbers — a talented musical theater actor, writer, creative mover, and one of the most grounded, soulful people you’ll ever meet. From his journey as a performer and retreat host to his wisdom on love, gratitude, and personal boundaries, this conversation is a beautiful reminder that being open and protecting your energy can coexist.
Together, they talk about:
✨ What it truly means to protect your energy without closing your heart
✨ The difference between loving freely vs. people-pleasing ✨ How to heal from betrayal and set emotional boundaries ✨ The power of openness, gratitude, and spiritual awareness in daily life
✨ Why fear is not your enemy but an invitation to grow
✨ How sitting with discomfort can deepen your relationships and connection with yourself.
Matt also shares his journey from being a “lover of everyone” to learning that not everyone deserves full access to your space. His reflections on forgiveness, authenticity, and choosing peace over resentment will leave you deeply inspired.
This episode is an intimate reminder that love and discernment can exist together. That you can stay kind, grounded, and open, while still keeping your sacred energy safe.
👉 Connect and follow Matt on his Instagram account @mattmattersmnl and on Spotify @Matt Matters.
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