Join us on an inspiring journey as we delve into the world of Max, a poet and artist with a wealth of knowledge and experience in spiritual and personal development. With two Master's Degrees and a passion for transformation, Max has over fifty years of exploring the depths of human potential.
This episode is part of our Entrepreneur series.
Unleashing Possibility: Conversation with Max, Poet, Artist, and Transformational Coach
Max is a poet and artist. He has two Master's Degrees; an MBA and a Master's in Human Resources Development. He has explored spiritual and personal development for over fifty years. His lack of focus for spiritual development is overshadowed by his ability to step into the flow state while writing poetry or creating works of art. His last official role prior to retiring in 2021 was as the Chief Transformation Officer for the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
He is the author of 2 books; The Untethered Elephant: How to Reshape Memories to Increase Possibility, and a children’s book titled, George The Stubborn Caterpillar (the book is also for adults and he uses it to explore conversations about transformation). Both are available on Amazon. He is an intuitive coach for folks in transition in their lives and can be found at fearlesscoachingwithmax.com.
5:05 Max was my SCORE Mentor for 10 months. He helped me gain focus on where my energy was going and to utilize my skills and knowledge to build and grow my coaching practice and business.
Get ready for an enlightening conversation filled with wisdom, inspiration, and practical insights as we explore the transformative world of Max, the poet, artist, and intuitive coach.
We discussed:
His given name is Randolph Reed Nesbitt, why he calls himself Max, and his pen name Max Gallegos.
SCORE (Senior Core of Retired Executives) volunteer resource for individuals who are starting a new business or need help with an existing business.
His journey into the realms of spiritual and personal development, what sparked his interest, and how has it shaped his life.
His children's book, "George The Stubborn Caterpillar."(second book), how he uses this book to initiate conversations about transformation, and what inspired him to write it.
As an intuitive coach for individuals in transition, some common challenges people face during periods of change, and how he guides them through these transformative phases. “Possibility”
“The only way out is through” by Robert Frost. The best way to overcome a challenge is to face it head-on rather than trying to avoid or escape it.
His book, "The Untethered Elephant," (first book) explores reshaping memories to increase possibility. How it can empower individuals in their personal growth.
A Dozen Eggs: 6 Superpowers, 6 Paths to Wisdom
How he incorporates his artistic talents into his coaching practice, and how creativity plays a role in personal transformation.
Advice for individuals who are seeking to embark on their own personal development journey.
Resources that he finds valuable (see reading list in show notes)
Episode Resources:
Reading List Recommendations:
• Iron John - Robert Bly More Than True: The Wisdom of Fairy Tales - Robert Bly
• Loving What Is - Byron Katie
• In the Dark Places of Wisdom - Peter Kingsley
• Plant Intelligence and the Imaginal Realm - Stephen Harrod Buhner
• Hell Yeah or No – Derek Sivers
• The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck – Mark Manson
• The Creative Explosion – John Pfieffer
Finding Resilience with Leann:
website: https://findingresiliencewithleann.com/
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