Talks with Dr Shafer

Becoming Aesha: Healing and Embracing Her Story

Trigger Warning: Eating Disorders Discussed in Today's Episode This week on Talks with Dr Shafer, Dr Shafer sits down with model, actor, author and counselor Aesha Waks. Aesha shares her experience working in the entertainment industry as a teenager, and how media influenced her body perception, leading to struggles with eating disorders. Aesha shares how she learned how to face her fear of food and face her ED, and how she helps others do the same.What inspired you about today's episode? Let us know, and share this episode with someone you think will love this talk  Learn more about  and connect with Aesha Waks here: https://www.instagram.com/aeshahashwaks/ [https://danakramaroff.com/] Check out books and media by Aesha Waks: https://www.amazon.com/prime-video/actor/Aesha-Waks/amzn1.dv.gti.57c3171d-65a8-4643-ab1d-fb930a0d4e1b/ Connect with Dr. Shafer: ⁠⁠https://drshaferstedronova.com/ [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, 2026. All Rights Reserved #aeshawaks #author #talkswithdrshafer #empowerment #eatingdisorders

12 Year Old Author and Advocate Shares the Voices of Shelter Dogs

On this special episode featuring Kids Who Are Changing the World, we sit down with Dr Shafer and Amelie Anastasia, 12 year old Author (Fox Tales, Fox Tales 2, Wolf Tales) of the upcoming Shelter Dogs and Philanthropist. Amelie shares how her love of animals from wildlife to pets inspired her to start using her voice and writing children's literature, leading to opportunities across the country to share her mission for advocating for wildlife conservation and animal adoption.  Amelie shares about her experience working on her newest book, Shelter Dogs, and how she aims to raise money for animal shelters throughout America with the project. Would you like to have Shelter Dogs in your local animal shelter as a fundraiser? 100% of profits go to support shelters. Let us know at shaferstedronova@gmail.com!Would you like to have Amelie Anastasia speak at your school, event or animal shelter about animal advocacy? Let us know! Learn more at https://www.amelieanastasia.com [https://www.amelieanastasia.com] and contact at shaferstedronova@gmail.comGet your copies of Fox Tales, Fox Tales 2, and Wolf Tales here: https://amelieanastasia.com/shop [https://amelieanastasia.com/shop]Listen to What's Up Young Authors! Amelie's Literature-focused podcast, here: https://www.youtube.com/@WhatsUpYoungAuthors-jg4vu [https://www.youtube.com/@WhatsUpYoungAuthors-jg4vu] What resonated with you from today's episode? Let us know! Learn more about sharing your story with Little House of Dreams Publishing at: https://littlehouseofdreamspublishing.com/ [https://littlehouseofdreamspublishing.com/] Connect with Dr. Shafer: ⁠⁠https://drshaferstedronova.com/ [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, 2026. All Rights Reserved #amelieanastasia #animaladoption #talkswithdrshafer #empowerment #shelterdogs

Helpful Habits for a Healthier Life When Living with Autoimmune Disease

Building helpful habits for a healthier life when living with autoimmune disease takes focus and dedication. Pharmacist, scientist, host of Autoimmune Health Secrets and coach Amy Behimer, PharmD, NBC-HCW, shares with us how she navigated being faced with several autoimmune diseases and turned her health challenges into a mission to help others take charge of their habits and live a healthy life with their diagnosis. Reframing how we think about health and habits, Amy Behimer gives actionable guidance on reclaiming the story you are telling yourself about your health, and creating a mindset that helps you achieve your goals. What resonated with you from today's episode? Let us know! Do you an autoimmune condition and a goal to incorporate healthy habits to reclaim your health? Comment, tag and let us know how this episode inspired you! Learn more about Amy Behimer, PharmD, NBC-HCW here:  https://amybehimercoaching.com/ Listen to the podcast Autoimmune Health Secrets here: https://thehabithubpodcast.amybehimercoaching.com/ Connect with Dr. Shafer: ⁠⁠https://drshaferstedronova.com/ [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, 2026. All Rights Reserved #coach #habits #talkswithdrshafer #empowerment #autoimmunedisease #amybehimer

Helping Middle Graders Make Sense of the World

We sit down with Dr Shafer and Dana Kramaroff, educator and author of the Middle Grade hit The Do More Club and educator, for an inspiring discussion on this week's episode of Talks with Dr Shafer. Dana shares how her experiences growing up inspired The Do More Club, a story about a Jewish boy who faces an antisemitic attack at school who is empowered to create positive change in his community. In a world that feels heavy and full of conflict, it's not just adults who are feeling the weight: Dana reflects on her experience as a teacher for middle grade and elementary school students, and how parents, teachers and caregivers can support and empower kids through development and challenging times.  What resonated with you from today's episode? Let us know! Did you have a teacher who empowered you in school? Comment, tag and let us know how they inspired you! Learn more about Dana Kramaroff here: https://danakramaroff.com/ Get your copy of The Do More Club at Mavey Books!  https://www.maveybooks.com/browse/filter/t/The%20do%20more%20club/k/keyword [https://www.maveybooks.com/browse/filter/t/The%20do%20more%20club/k/keyword] Dr Shafer Stedron, MD is a musician turned Neurologist, a mom, a Jay Shetty-Certified Life Coach, an Author, Publisher, and so much more. Connect with Dr. Shafer: ⁠⁠https://drshaferstedronova.com/ [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, 2026. All Rights Reserved Thank you to Penguin Random House Kids, Rocky Pond Books, and Mavey Books for helping to share stories like The Do More Club with the world! #danakramaroff #author #talkswithdrshafer #empowerment #middlegradeauthor

Reclaiming Her Story, One Recipe at a Time with Executive Chef Claire Sharryn Roberto

Reclaiming Her Story, One Recipe at a Time Executive and classically trained Cordon Bleu Chef, Nutritionist, and Founder of CSR Consultancy, Claire Sharryn Roberto is known online for sharing her delicious, healthy, and beautiful recipes often inspired by her work with VVIP clients and in tune with her dedication to creating nutritious and elevated recipes. Chef Claire sits down with Dr Shafer on this week's episode of Talks with Dr Shafer to share how she faced a painful accident followed by a brain tumor that threatened to take away her ability to do the work that she loves and has dedicated so much of her life to. Claire shares how her journey navigating the medical system, pushback and delays on her journey to diagnosis and treatment, and the healing process has given her new perspective on purpose and gratitude, and on how important sharing our stories truly is. Chef Claire also shares her top tips from what not to order when eating out, what dishes you think you'll hate but will really love, and more! Thank you Claire Sharryn Roberto for being a guest on the show! Learn more about Chef Claire here:  https://www.clairesharrynroberto.com/ See recipes, videos and more at:  https://www.clairesharrynroberto.com/csrtv Connect on Social Media:  https://www.instagram.com/clairesharrynroberto/ Have a question or comment about today's show? Let us know in the comments  we love to hear from you and to learn what you want to talk about next! 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. Connect with Dr. Shafer: ⁠⁠https://drshaferstedronova.com/ [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, 2026. All Rights Reserved #csrconsultancy #chef #nutrition #talkswithdrshafer #empowerment #health #mindset