Today we are joined by Matt Matkovich. He is a high school guidance counselor, an ultra marathoner, and one half of M and P Presentations which is a motivational speaking duo that travel across the country cultivation self confidence and promoting a positive mindset.  And in this conversation listen at Matt dives into the importance of taking healthy risks, listen as he talks about the importance of taking care of yourself, connecting with others who have a different skill set than you, becoming comfortable with being uncomfortable, and the importance of recognizing our ordinary and realizing it’s extraordinary. Bio: born and raised on the southwest side of Chicago. He is a proud high school Guidance Counselor, having degrees in Special Education and his Master’s in School Guidance and Counseling. His love of public speaking grew out of high school where he picked up a microphone for the first time while running for class president. Matt’s speaking interests led him to his best friend, Phil, and the insanely, positive, energetic M&P Presentations was born! When Matt isn’t spreading good vibes with the M&P Nation, he is spending time with his wife (Bridget), two sons (Ben and Will), and family who are extremely supportive in all of his passions. Matt LOVES to go running (Ultra Marathoner), prepare mean lentil soups, and watch professional wrestling while striving to live his life by following the three step motto: Be Nice, Work Hard, and Stay Confident. Website: https://www.mppresentations.com Social Media: X: https://twitter.com/mr_matkovich Instagram: matt_matkovich