From Pro Baseball to God’s Plan: Why I Walked Away From My 20-Year Dream with Matt Morizio

What happens when the dream you chased for 20 years suddenly ends… and God hands you a new mission? In this episode of The Erik Cabral Show, Erik jams with Matt Morizio — former pro baseball player turned entrepreneur, father of seven, and founder of Reconstructing Wealth. They dive deep into his journey from being drafted by the Kansas City Royals to getting released, newly married, and homeless… to now running a faith-centered wealth firm that helps people transform their relationship with money. They talk about what obedience really looks like, why so many men wrestle with identity after their careers end, and how emotional detachment from money can unlock freedom, clarity, and presence. This one’s packed with wisdom for anyone navigating transitions, chasing big callings, or trying to put God at the center of it all. 🔥 What You’ll Learn: The hidden cost of chasing dreams without asking God first Why money is a tool, not your source How to lead your family when life gets flipped upside down What happens when you finally pray, “God, what do YOU want from me?” 📚 Resources Mentioned Dancing with the Analysts by David MalloukThe book that changed Matt’s perspective on investing and helped launch his career in wealth management.https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MVG5W8P  Reconstructing Wealth – Matt Morizio’s firm A faith-driven financial planning and wealth management company helping people emotionally detach from money and build lives they love. https://www.reconstructingwealth.com PodMatch – Podcast guest matching platform Mentioned as a key tool Matt used to book guest appearances on 100+ shows. https://www.podmatch.com Matt’s Free Money Mindset Course Mini-course on shifting from scarcity to clarity and building a healthy relationship with money.DM Matt on Instagram: @mattmorizio 0:00 Intro  5:15 Catholic upbringing and fourth-grade faith encounter 12:30 Professional baseball and dugout discipleship  18:45 Meeting his wife and faith-centered dating  25:20 Getting released and starting over homeless  32:10 The transition from baseball to wealth management  40:25 Never ask God "What do YOU want from me?"  48:50 Four pillars: Faith, Family, Fitness, Finance  55:35 Launching Reconstructing Wealth in faith  1:02:15 Living a miraculous life through obedience 📖 BUY THE NEW BOOK NOW on Amazon! “Be Your Brand to Glorify God” available on Kindle, Paperback, and Hardcover https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FCYQVKH5 A guide for mission-driven entrepreneurs who want to build a brand that reflects their faith, not their ego.