
The Conflicted Feelings of Growth: Growing Gains From Growing Pains
09/19/24 • 7 min
The Conflicted Feelings of Growth Short Talk on Talks with Dr Shafer
Growing Gains from Growing Pains: This Short Talk on Talks with Dr. Shafer explores the theme of growth and the conflicting feelings that often accompany it. Dr Shafer reflects on the growth of her podcast, Talks with Dr. Shafer, and how it has evolved over time. Dr. Shafer discusses the different perspectives she could take on her growth, including feeling ashamed of earlier episodes or comparing her show to others. However, she chooses to be grateful for the growth and to lean into the future with excitement and authenticity, and to practice gratitude for the many purposes she is working towards every day. She emphasizes the importance of leaning into one's future and showing up as oneself in the world, no matter the growing pains we may need to go through to get there.
#growth #conflicting #feelings #podcast #evolution #perspective #gratitude #authenticity #leaningin #future #lifecoach
Takeaways:
- Growth is a positive and transformative process, but it can also bring up conflicting feelings of awkwardness and unworthiness.
- It's important to reflect on and appreciate one's growth journey, rather than feeling ashamed or comparing oneself to others.
- Leaning into the future with excitement and authenticity is the best way to show up as oneself in the world.
- Growth requires being present, constantly learning, and moving forward with clarity and purpose.
- The Conflicting Feelings of Growth
- Leaning into the Future with Excitement and Purpose
Dr Shafer Stedron, MD is a musician turned Neurologist, a mom, a Jay Shetty-Certified Life Coach, an Author, Publisher, and so much more. She is passionate about helping others reclaim their stories and build their most beautiful future, unlocking their fullest potential informed by her background in neurology, psychology, business and entertainment.
Dr. Shafer's story is one of triumph, self-awareness, and tireless creation. As she has reclaimed her own story, rebuilding her life after difficult experiences, she launched We Don’t Tell Our Stories, an online community to help people suffering from Domestic Abuse and Intimate Partner Violence. Her love of writing inspired her to launch Little House of Dreams Publishing, a children’s literature publishing house focused on sharing the stories of children. Dr Shafer believes it is never too early to show young people how important their voice truly is, and the power they possess to create a better world.
Connect with Dr. Shafer: https://drshaferstedronova.com/
To watch inspiring and informative Talks with Dr Shafer head to her YouTube Channel: / @talkswithdrshafer
This episode does not offer individualized medical advice. Opinions discussed are for informational purposes only, and should not be considered medical advice.
Little House Of Dreams Entertainment, LLC, 2024.
All Rights Reserved.
Music Credit: Shafer Yost, Impulse
The Conflicted Feelings of Growth Short Talk on Talks with Dr Shafer
Growing Gains from Growing Pains: This Short Talk on Talks with Dr. Shafer explores the theme of growth and the conflicting feelings that often accompany it. Dr Shafer reflects on the growth of her podcast, Talks with Dr. Shafer, and how it has evolved over time. Dr. Shafer discusses the different perspectives she could take on her growth, including feeling ashamed of earlier episodes or comparing her show to others. However, she chooses to be grateful for the growth and to lean into the future with excitement and authenticity, and to practice gratitude for the many purposes she is working towards every day. She emphasizes the importance of leaning into one's future and showing up as oneself in the world, no matter the growing pains we may need to go through to get there.
#growth #conflicting #feelings #podcast #evolution #perspective #gratitude #authenticity #leaningin #future #lifecoach
Takeaways:
- Growth is a positive and transformative process, but it can also bring up conflicting feelings of awkwardness and unworthiness.
- It's important to reflect on and appreciate one's growth journey, rather than feeling ashamed or comparing oneself to others.
- Leaning into the future with excitement and authenticity is the best way to show up as oneself in the world.
- Growth requires being present, constantly learning, and moving forward with clarity and purpose.
- The Conflicting Feelings of Growth
- Leaning into the Future with Excitement and Purpose
Dr Shafer Stedron, MD is a musician turned Neurologist, a mom, a Jay Shetty-Certified Life Coach, an Author, Publisher, and so much more. She is passionate about helping others reclaim their stories and build their most beautiful future, unlocking their fullest potential informed by her background in neurology, psychology, business and entertainment.
Dr. Shafer's story is one of triumph, self-awareness, and tireless creation. As she has reclaimed her own story, rebuilding her life after difficult experiences, she launched We Don’t Tell Our Stories, an online community to help people suffering from Domestic Abuse and Intimate Partner Violence. Her love of writing inspired her to launch Little House of Dreams Publishing, a children’s literature publishing house focused on sharing the stories of children. Dr Shafer believes it is never too early to show young people how important their voice truly is, and the power they possess to create a better world.
Connect with Dr. Shafer: https://drshaferstedronova.com/
To watch inspiring and informative Talks with Dr Shafer head to her YouTube Channel: / @talkswithdrshafer
This episode does not offer individualized medical advice. Opinions discussed are for informational purposes only, and should not be considered medical advice.
Little House Of Dreams Entertainment, LLC, 2024.
All Rights Reserved.
Music Credit: Shafer Yost, Impulse
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Navigating High-Conflict Divorce & Parenting: Why Parallel Parenting Works
On this informative episode of Talks with Dr Shafer, Dr. Shafer interviews Carl Knickerbocker, JD. Carl Knickerbocker is a lawyer specializing in Family Law and an advocate for parallel parenting and Family Law reform, and the founder of Unapologetic Parenting. Carl Knickerbocker and Dr Shafer discuss the need for the court system to be trauma-informed and the importance of parallel parenting in high-conflict divorce cases. Mr Knickerbocker discusses the challenges faced by parents navigating the legal system and the limitations of psychological assessments in custody determinations. The conversation highlights the need for better support and resources for parents and children in these situations, and the early utilization of parallel parenting in developing a healthy parenting plan. In this conversation, Carl Knickerbocker and Dr. Shafer discuss the financial and emotional toll of high-conflict divorces and the role of family law firms in exacerbating the situation. They emphasize the importance of reclaiming self-trust and confidence as a parent, setting boundaries, and modeling healthy behavior for children.
#parallelparenting #highconflict #divorce #traumainformed #legalsystem #psych #abuse #custody #familylaw #confidence #boundaries # communication #coparenting #parenting #carlknickerbockerjd #talkswithdrshafer #podcast
Thank you to Special Guest Carl Knickerbocker, JD, for being on the show!
Learn more about Carl Knickerbocker, JD on his website
www.carlknickerbockerlaw.com
Find Carl Knickerbocker's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Parallel-Parenting-Solution-Eliminate-Confict-ebook/dp/B097Z5QLGB?ref_=ast_author_dp
Listen to Carl Knickerbocker's podcast, Unapologetic Parenting, here:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetic-parenting/id1547368543
Follow on Instagram at: @unapologeticparenting
Dr Shafer Stedron, MD is a musician turned Neurologist, a mom, a Jay Shetty-Certified Life Coach, an Author, Publisher, and so much more. She is passionate about helping others reclaim their stories and build their most beautiful future, unlocking their fullest potential informed by her background in neurology, psychology, business and entertainment.
Dr. Shafer's story is one of triumph, self-awareness, and tireless creation. As she has reclaimed her own story, rebuilding her life after difficult experiences, she launched We Don’t Tell Our Stories, an online community to help people suffering from Domestic Abuse and Intimate Partner Violence. Her love of writing inspired her to launch Little House of Dreams Publishing, a children’s literature publishing house focused on sharing the stories of children. Dr Shafer believes it is never too early to show young people how important their voice truly is, and the power they possess to create a better world.
Connect with Dr. Shafer: https://drshaferstedronova.com/
To watch inspiring and informative Talks with Dr Shafer head to her YouTube Channel: / @talkswithdrshafer
This episode does not offer individualized medical advice. Opinions discussed are for informational purposes only, and should not be considered medical advice.
Little House Of Dreams Entertainment, LLC, 2024.
All Rights Reserved.
Music Credit: Shafer Yost, Impulse
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Starting a Movement for Women to Thrive in the Workplace with Geeta Sidhu-Robb
On this episode of Talks with Dr Shafer, Dr Shafer talks with Special Guest Geeta Sidhu-Robb, success coach, lawyer and founder of WCORP. Geeta shares her story of resilience and motivation to create a better work world for women. Growing up in a wealthy but racially divided environment, Geeta learned that money doesn't give you rights. Geeta founded W Corp to help companies create workplaces that are supportive environments for women to thrive. Geeta emphasizes the role of women in supporting and helping each other, and the importance of creating an infrastructure that benefits everyone. She also discusses the financial benefits of retaining women in the workforce and the positive impact of gender diversity on company profitability. Geeta encourages small organizations to get certified with W Corp and join the global movement for gender equality in the workplace.
Thank you to Special Guest Geeta Sidhu-Robb for being on Talks with Dr Shafer!
Learn more about Geeta Sidhu-Robb at https://www.geetasidhu-robb.com/
Learn more about W Corp at https://www.wcorporation.org/
Follow Geeta Sidhu-Robb on Social Media at:
Instagram @geetasidhurobb
LinkedIn @geetasidhu
TikTok @geetasidhurobb
#GeetaSidhuRobb #WCORP #womenempowerment #workplace #resilience #motivation #environment # women #empowerment #infrastructure #certification #globalmovement #talkswithdrshafer #podcast
Dr Shafer Stedron, MD is a musician turned Neurologist, a mom, a Jay Shetty-Certified Life Coach, an Author, Publisher, and so much more. She is passionate about helping others reclaim their stories and build their most beautiful future, unlocking their fullest potential informed by her background in neurology, psychology, business and entertainment.
Dr. Shafer's story is one of triumph, self-awareness, and tireless creation. As she has reclaimed her own story, rebuilding her life after difficult experiences, she launched We Don’t Tell Our Stories, an online community to help people suffering from Domestic Abuse and Intimate Partner Violence. Her love of writing inspired her to launch Little House of Dreams Publishing, a children’s literature publishing house focused on sharing the stories of children. Dr Shafer believes it is never too early to show young people how important their voice truly is, and the power they possess to create a better world.
Connect with Dr. Shafer: https://drshaferstedronova.com/
To watch inspiring and informative Talks with Dr Shafer head to her YouTube Channel: / @talkswithdrshafer
This episode does not offer individualized medical advice. Opinions discussed are for informational purposes only, and should not be considered medical advice.
Little House Of Dreams Entertainment, LLC, 2024.
All Rights Reserved.
Music Credit: Shafer Yost, Impulse
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