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381. The Secret to Making Friends, Finding Love & Feeling More Alive | Liv Schreiber
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- Jun 2, 2026
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Summary
In this episode of The Decoding Success Podcast, Matt sits down with Liv Schreiber for a refreshing conversation about modern dating, friendship, loneliness, connection, and what it really means to build a life that feels alive. In a world where we're more connected than ever digitally, many people feel more isolated than ever personally. Liv shares why dating apps, endless options, social media, and fear of rejection are quietly making it harder to build meaningful relationships—and what we can do about it. Together, Matt and Liv explore the surprising ways we sabotage connection, why showing up alone might be the best thing you can do for your social life, and how creating friendships often leads to the very relationships we're searching for. Liv also shares the powerful lessons she learned from her grandparents, the mindset that helped her meet her husband, why curiosity is more important than certainty, and how becoming comfortable with yourself changes every relationship in your life. Whether you're single, dating, married, building new friendships, or simply looking to feel more connected to yourself and the people around you, this conversation is filled with practical wisdom and reminders that life is meant to be enjoyed. In this episode, you'll learn: Why modern dating feels harder than ever How too many options can create decision paralysis The secret to making meaningful friendships as an adult Why showing up alone can change your life How to become more socially confident The importance of setting intentions before entering a room Why curiosity is more powerful than certainty The relationship between self-connection and healthy relationships How to navigate rejection without losing confidence The surprising mindset shift that helped Liv meet her husband Why…