In this conversation, Max Stephens shares his journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a coach, speaker, and author. He discusses the importance of self-discovery, understanding one's purpose, and the illusions of success in modern society. Max emphasizes the need for psychological reengineering to align one's life with intrinsic motivations and the significance of contribution to find true fulfillment. He provides insights on building a solid foundation for change, recognizing red flags in one's life, and embracing discomfort as a catalyst for growth.
Chapters
00:00 Journey to Coaching: A Personal Story
05:53 The Quest for Purpose: Understanding Self-Deception
11:55 The Illusion of Success: A Critical Examination
17:47 Building a Foundation: Forgiveness, Mortality, and Honesty
24:08 Gifts and Contribution: Finding Your Purpose Beyond Self
29:34 The Importance of Contribution
33:38 Psychological Reengineering for Purpose
40:01 Transforming Identity and Habits
46:09 Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation
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