Welcome to I am Max. About this Episode: The Path to Serenity and Happiness: Understanding Your Sphere of Choice In this empowering episode, host Max Roeck directs you on the one path to serenity and happiness: focusing on what's within your control and surrendering the rest. Max emphasizes the importance of recognizing your unique ability to make choices and to apply reason when doing so, a power that's solely yours and can never be entirely taken away. Throughout the day, from morning to night...
Jan 12, 2024•3 min•Season 1Ep. 68
Welcome to I am Max. About this Episode: Stoicism and the Power of Choice: A Journey with Max Roeck In this episode, host Max Roeck discusses the concept of Stoicism and the power of personal choices. He highlights the contrast between the images of Zen and Stoic philosophers, and expounds on the idea that peace and stability are results of personal judgment and choices. Max guides listeners to shift focus from external disruptions to personal judgments causing problems. He encourages personal g...
Jan 11, 2024•3 min•Season 1Ep. 67
Welcome to I am Max. About this Episode: Achieving Steadiness: An Insight into Stoic Philosophy In this episode, host Max Roeck delves into the stoic philosophy teachings of Epictetus with a focus on achieving steadiness, stability, and tranquility in life. Max discusses how making reasoned choices and straight judgments about external events can lead to tranquility. The episode concludes with a reminder that you are your own hero and encourages continuous exploration, learning, and growth. Be s...
Jan 10, 2024•3 min•Season 1Ep. 66
Welcome to I am Max. About this Episode: Understanding What We Control and What We Don't In this episode, host Max Roeck discusses the concept of what is within and outside of our control. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the power and freedom of our own minds, choices and opinions. This episode encourages listeners to focus inwardly, understanding that events may be outside of control but our reactions and thoughts about them are not. Max reminds his viewers that they are their own...
Jan 09, 2024•4 min•Season 1Ep. 65
Welcome to I am Max. About this Episode: Addictions and the Reclaiming of Freedom: A Daily Thought with Max Roeck In this episode, host Max Roeck discusses the dangers of what we consider 'harmless indulgences' turning into full-blown addictions. These compulsions, be they coffee, the internet, or even small acts like biting nails, can chip away at our personal freedom and clarity. The host encourages listeners to reclaim their ability to abstain, and thereby reclaim their self-control. The show...
Jan 08, 2024•3 min•Season 1Ep. 64
Welcome to I am Max. About this Episode: 7 Functions of the Mind and their Importance in Life In this episode of 'I'm Max' with host Max Roeck, we discover the seven functions of the mind: choice, refusal, yearning, propulsion, preparation, purpose, and ascent. Each function's significance in tackling life's challenges is examined, suggesting how these capabilities can lead us to make better decisions and free ourselves from deception. Max advises seeing any hindrance to these functions as pollu...
Jan 07, 2024•3 min•Season 1Ep. 63
Welcome to I am Max. About this Episode: Finding Your True Self: Life Reflections This episode of podcast 'I’m Max' hosted by Max Roeck, discusses the significance of self-understanding and self-awareness. Max examines how unknowingness about one's identity and purpose can lead to an unfulfilled life. Using comic Mitch Hedberg's story, Max iterates the importance of a substantive answer to questions about self identification beyond superficial responses. Max encourages his audience to seek clari...
Jan 06, 2024•3 min•Season 1Ep. 62
Welcome to I am Max. About this Episode: The Power of Saying No: Manage Your Life Better In this episode, Max Roeck explores the power of 'saying no' to the things that don't matter in life. He reflects on how much time is wasted on pointless grief, foolish joy, greedy desire, and meaningless social engagements, and how these distractions can seize control of our life. Max speaks about the liberating power of saying no to time-consuming emotions and suggests the practice of rejection as a strate...
Jan 05, 2024•4 min•Season 1Ep. 59
Welcome to I am Max. About this Episode: The Three Essential Parts of Stoic Philosophy In this episode, Max Roeck delves into Stoic philosophy, discussing its three overlapping, critical disciplines namely, perception, action, and will. He emphasizes the importance of controlling perceptions, directing actions properly, and accepting what's outside of our control. He stresses that trivial facts about unique beliefs specific to various Stoics aren't as valuable or essential as embracing these cor...
Jan 05, 2024•3 min•Season 1Ep. 60
Welcome to I am Max. About this Episode: Stoic Philosophy and Productivity: Clarifying Intentions In this episode, Max Roeck, discusses the importance of having clear intentions to avoid disturbance and chaos in life, citing key insights from Stoic philosophy, the 48 Laws of Power, and the Seven Habits of Highly Effective People. He emphasizes the consequences of not having an end goal in mind and how it can lead to failure or madness. The episode encourages listeners to think far ahead, define ...
Jan 05, 2024•4 min•Season 1Ep. 61
Welcome to I am Max. About this Episode: I Am Max: The Importance of Education and Self-Knowledge In this episode of 'I Am Max,' host Max Roeck, an experienced accountant turned consultant, discusses the significance of education and self-knowledge in achieving tranquility, fearlessness, and freedom. According to Max, one should read and meditate on the wisdom of great minds for a purpose, not just for its own sake. Education and acquiring self-knowledge are seen as routes to freedom. Max encour...
Jan 02, 2024•3 min•Season 1Ep. 58
Welcome to I am Max. About the episode: Understanding Control and Choice: A Dive into Stoic Philosophy and Practice In this episode of 'I'm Max', host Max Roeck discusses the key concepts of Stoic philosophy, primarily focusing on understanding control and choice. He examines the crucial task of distinguishing between what we can change and what we cannot, the impact such discernment has on our happiness, and its potential advantage over those who remain ignorant of this perception. Drawing para...
Jan 01, 2024•3 min•Season 1Ep. 57
Welcome to I am Max. About the episode: Introducing Max's 2024 Surprise Journey into Stoicism In this episode, Max Roeck, a seasoned accountant turned consultant, shares the exciting surprise for 2024, his intention to begin reading and discussing the book 'The Daily Stoic' by Ryan Holiday. Max explains that he will share these insights into stoicism daily on his podcast. He invites listeners to follow along and extends an interactive invite to share their insights and even join him in discussio...
Jan 01, 2024•6 min•Season 1Ep. 56
Welcome to I am Max. About the episode: I Am Max: A Journey of Personal Growth and Reflection In this welcome episode of the 'I Am Max' podcast, host Max Roeck, a seasoned accountant turned consultant, returns after a hiatus of three and a half years. He shares his experience of running a marathon on his 30th birthday. He announces the relaunch of his podcast, promising to post episodes in both English and German. Sharing insights from his life's ups and downs, Max aims to inspire listeners to b...
Jan 01, 2024•7 min•Season 1Ep. 55
Welcome to my first Podcast. About the episode: My 54th episode with the title "We finish what we start! #running #marathon #neverstop" is the continuance of my story. This is a special episode on the day of the release I'm running my first Marathon. 26.2 miles or 42.195 KM and this episode is there to keep me motivated on the second half of the marathon. This episode will also get you motivated to strive for more. Link to the YouTube Presentation https://mr90.de/YTE54 Stay in touch: Thanks for ...
Jun 13, 2020•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 54
Welcome to my first Podcast. About the episode: My 53rd episode with the title "Time heals all wounds #healing #dead #losing" is the continuance of my story. I go into detail of a loss I had in the past, something that I still struggle with today. We believe that time can heal everything but is that really the truth? Link to the YouTube Presentation https://mr90.de/YTE53 Stay in touch: Thanks for your time. I would love to hear your feedback. You can contact me via email: podcast@maxroeck.com in...
Mar 07, 2020•15 min•Ep. 53
Welcome to my first Podcast. About the episode: My 52nd episode with the title "Details matter! #75HARD #LiveHARD" is the continuance of my story. I go into detail of my first 5 days of my #75HARD Challenge and what I have learned from it so far. Link to the Article about the challenge mentioned https://mr90.de/blog-75hard Link to the YouTube Presentation https://mr90.de/YTE52 Stay in touch: Thanks for your time. I would love to hear your feedback. You can contact me via email: podcast@maxroeck....
Jan 11, 2020•18 min•Ep. 52
Welcome to my first Podcast. About the episode: My 51st episode with the title "E51 It is time to make it happen! #75HARD #LiveHARD" is the continuance of my story. I go into detail on my upcoming #75HARD Challenge as well as what I have achieved and still want to achieve. Link to the Article about the challenge mentioned https://mr90.de/blog-75hard Link to the YouTube Presentation https://mr90.de/YTE51 Stay in touch: Thanks for your time. I would love to hear your feedback. You can contact me v...
Jan 04, 2020•19 min•Ep. 51
Welcome to my first Podcast. About the episode: My 50th episode with the title "Merry X-Mas and a Happy New Year with Stephanie Ilona" is the continuance of my story with my partner Stephanie Ilona as a guest. The end of the Year is approaching and this is always a time to reflect. Reflection is also the topic of this very special episode it's number 50 a big achievement! If you want to reach out to her the following contact details can be used: email: info@stephanieilona.com Website: https://st...
Dec 28, 2019•23 min•Ep. 50
Welcome to my first Podcast. About the episode: My 49th episode with the title "You can change it, or you can observe!" is the continuance of my story. I how things might change in life where we have to see what is right. Link to the YouTube Presentation/Video version of the Episode https://mr90.de/YTE49 Stay in touch: Thanks for your time. I would love to hear your feedback. You can contact me via email: podcast@maxroeck.com instagram: instagram.com/maxroeck pinterest: pinterest.com/maxroeck fa...
Dec 21, 2019•15 min•Ep. 49
Welcome to my first Podcast. About the episode: My 48th episode with the title "We are all triggered and we can't do anything!" is the continuance of my story. I share an event in which I was triggered by and how this applies to so many areas in our lives. Link to the YouTube Presentation/Video version of the Episode https://mr90.de/YTE48 Stay in touch: Thanks for your time. I would love to hear your feedback. You can contact me via email: podcast@maxroeck.com instagram: instagram.com/maxroeck p...
Nov 30, 2019•13 min•Ep. 48
Welcome to my first Podcast. About the episode: My 47th episode with the title "Simply don’t!" is the continuance of my story. I share what I learned through my Mentors openness to share is experiences. How important it is to be open to change and not simply stick to what we set ourselves as goals. Life is dynamic so should be our focus. Link to the YouTube Presentation/Video version of the Episode https://mr90.de/YTE47 Stay in touch: Thanks for your time. I would love to hear your feedback. You...
Nov 23, 2019•15 min•Ep. 47
Welcome to my first Podcast. About the episode: My 46th episode with the title "Is that what matters to you?" is the continuance of my story. I share what I have experienced with my brother and how proud I am for what he has become and what he has helped me to become. Link to the YouTube Presentation/Video version of the Episode https://mr90.de/YTE46 Stay in touch: Thanks for your time. I would love to hear your feedback. You can contact me via email: podcast@maxroeck.com instagram: instagram.co...
Nov 16, 2019•11 min•Ep. 46
Welcome to my first Podcast. About the episode: My 45th episode with the title "We are all beaten down!" is the continuance of my story. I share an event in which I was pushed out of a job and how I have learned from it. I'll show how moving on quickly made my life what it is today. Link to the YouTube Presentation/Video version of the Episode https://mr90.de/YTE45 Stay in touch: Thanks for your time. I would love to hear your feedback. You can contact me via email: podcast@maxroeck.com instagra...
Nov 09, 2019•13 min•Ep. 45
Welcome to my first Podcast. About the episode: My 44th episode with the title "Do it for yourself and nobody else!" is the continuance of my story. I'm reflecting on the struggles I had and continue to have. I'm also giving learning from my experience on overcoming those struggles which can help you move forward quicker. Link to the YouTube Presentation/Video version of the Episode https://mr90.de/YTE44 Stay in touch: Thanks for your time. I would love to hear your feedback. You can contact me ...
Nov 02, 2019•16 min•Ep. 44
Welcome to my first Podcast. About the episode: My 43rd episode with the title "You have the power!" is the continuance of my story. I'm reflecting on something most of us face during our professional careers. Something which is very important when done right. I also share an exercise I have learned from my mentor helping you to rebuild self-esteem. Link to the YouTube Presentation/Video version of the Episode https://mr90.de/YTE43 Stay in touch: Thanks for your time. I would love to hear your f...
Oct 26, 2019•18 min•Ep. 43
Welcome to my first Podcast. About the episode: My 42nd episode with the title "We don't need to be ready to achieve it!" is the continuance of my story. I'm reflecting on my half marathon last Sunday which was my second ever. I'll also go into detail on what I learned during the preparation and the run as well as reflecting on it. Link to the YouTube Presentation/Video version of the Episode https://mr90.de/YTE42 Stay in touch: Thanks for your time. I would love to hear your feedback. You can c...
Oct 19, 2019•22 min•Ep. 42
Welcome to my first Podcast. About the episode: My 41st episode with the title "We don't need to be ready to do it!" is the continuance of my story. I'm reflecting on my half marathon preparation and on that we don't need to feel ready to dare to do the things we want to do are we need to do to move forward with our lives. Link to the YouTube Presentation/Video version of the Episode https://mr90.de/YTE41 Stay in touch: Thanks for your time. I would love to hear your feedback. You can contact me...
Oct 12, 2019•15 min•Ep. 41
Welcome to my first Podcast. About the episode: My 40th episode with the title "23 + 23 = 46" is the continuance of my story with my partner Stephanie Ilona as a guest. This time we have a big announcement to make. Make sure to listen to the end. If you want to reach out to her the following contact details can be used: email: info@stephanieilona.com Website: https://stephanieilona.com instagram: http://instagram.com/stephanieilona pinterest: http://pinterest.com/stephilona facebook: http://fb.m...
Sep 28, 2019•32 min•Ep. 40
Welcome to my first Podcast. About the episode: My 39th episode with the title "Don't dwell in the past!" is the continuance of my story. I tell the story I have been reminded of from running with my first HR Manager exactly 12 Years after I started my first ever job. I use this story to share my learnings from training I'm currently going through. Link to the YouTube Presentation/Video version of the Episode https://mr90.de/YTE39 Stay in touch: Thanks for your time. I would love to hear your fe...
Sep 21, 2019•13 min•Ep. 39
