As I get ready for this trip, I cannot help but think back to a year ago when I received some devastating news. My friend Matt Palazzolo (MG) had passed away.
Matt was one of the most radiant, effervescent humans in this world. He found beauty in everything and encouraged everyone to live life to the fullest. His generous spirit and enthusiasm was infectious, and you could not help but smile when you were around him.
He passed while hiking in Australia. It was unexpected and tragic. But what is amazing is that his presence is felt as strongly now (maybe even more) as it was before.
MG made the most of his time on this earth. He was an activist, the most positive force, and his impact will be felt forever by everyone that came in contact with him.
I shared these last year at his passing, and I think it’s worth sharing again. Here are the lessons I learned from MG:
Live unapologetically
Love without limit
Whoever you may be, be the best version of yourself
Find joy in all the little things
So while I’m on this trip, I’ll be thinking of you, MG. Like you, I’ll be open to experiences, embrace the uncomfortable, and strive to leave everyone I come in contact with smiling.
