The Cowgirl Coach: Whales, Horses, and an Unbreakable Mindset

The Cowgirl Coach: Whales, Horses, and an Unbreakable Mindset

On this week's episode of Talks with Dr Shafer, Dr Shafer sits down with Alicia VanderGriend, founder of Cowgirl Life Co. and the Cowgirl Coach, a certified yoga instructor, mindset coach, and project management professional with a master's degree in marine biodiversity. Pivoting from a career in marine energy project management monitoring whales for over a decade, Alicia felt called back to her early-life love of horses. Back on land, Alicia founded Cowgirl Life Company and the Cowgirl coach, where she helps horsewomen launch their own purpose-built businesses. Join us for an inspiring chat about embracing the pivot, living with intention and leaning into your passion to live your healthiest, happiest life.  Thank you Alicia VanderGriend for being on the show & sharing your inspiring story with us!What inspired you about today's episode? Let us know, and share this episode with someone you think will love this talk  Connectwith Alicia VanderGriend here:  aliciavandergriend.com [http://aliciavandergriend.com/]  and on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube at @cowgirllifeco. 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 #horsewoman #cowgirlcoach #talkswithdrshafer #empowerment #storytelling

Take Back Your Focus and Reconnect with What Truly Matters

"Until you look inward, you will keep modeling the habits, the beliefs and the legacies that you never meant to pass down." - Michelle Machado, PhD, MBA Dr Michelle Machado, PhD, MBA is a NeuroChange Solutions Consultant, two times TEDx Speaker, author of the upcoming Alive Again: 4 Steps to Reclaim Yourself in a Distracted World, and mentor who supports professionals and moms in building resilience and finding success. A mom of two and world traveller, Michelle Machado has helped people build a resilient mindset across the globe through her work with universities.  Michelle is here today on Talks with Dr Shafer to share her story and her tips on how to build a resilient mindset and invest in reconnecting in a disconnected world.  Thank you Dr Machado for being on the show! What inspired you about today's episode? Let us know, and share this episode with someone you think will love this talk  Learn more and connect with Dr Michelle Machado:https://michelledmachado.com/ [https://michelledmachado.com/] Pre-order your copy of Dr Machado's new book, Alive Again: 4 Steps to Reclaim Yourself in a Distracted World:  https://www.amazon.com/Alive-Again-Reclaim-Yourself-Distracted/dp/1637635869 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 #michellemachado #aliveagain #talkswithdrshafer #empowerment #storytelling

Traveling the World with Baby Brown Bear and Air Supply

"No matter if you get in trouble you can always return home."  Life is full of opportunities for adventure, and for mistakes and mischief along the way! This week's guest, Author Cari Hitchcock, shares her delightful children's book series, The Adventures of Baby Brown Bear, where Baby Brown Bear takes us on his travels around the world. From Australia, The Philippines, Mexico and New York City, Baby Brown Bear and his caring humans Mr Kazoo and Pookie Boo not only take us on an inspiring adventure of local delights, they also remind us of the value of connection and forgiveness. Inspired by her travels with Air Supply band, led by husband Russell Hitchcock, Cari shares some of the real-life mischief that the stuffed animal who inspired the book series get into on their world travels while touring with the beloved classic rock band.  Do you have a stuffy that you or a loved one found to be the perfect travel companion? Let us know!  With every purchase, you’re supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®, helping provide treatment, research, and hope for families battling childhood illnesses. How fantastic! You can get your own Baby Brown Bear with a hand-made Air Supply t-shirt here:  https://theadventuresofbabybrownbear.com/product/air-supply-baby-bear-plush-12-soft-hypoallergenic-teddy-bear/ [https://theadventuresofbabybrownbear.com/product/air-supply-baby-bear-plush-12-soft-hypoallergenic-teddy-bear/] Learn More About the Adventures of Baby Brown Bear Series (featuring Australia, The Philippines, Mexico and New York, with new adventures coming soon) and Get Your Copies Here! https://theadventuresofbabybrownbear.com/ [https://theadventuresofbabybrownbear.com/] Check out the new animated series on Youtube: @CariHitchcock https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vpwReZ2xlHg [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vpwReZ2xlHg] Thank you to Cari Hitchcock for being on the show and sharing The Adventures of Baby Brown Bear with us! ⁠⁠ Love this book, too? Share this episode with someone and share the love! Books aren't pie: the more you share them, the bigger the enjoyment.  Do you have a book that you would love to have Dr Shafer review on the show? Let us know! Contact at ⁠shaferstedronova@gmail.com⁠ [shaferstedronova@gmail.com] for book recommendations, to recommend a guest or for other questions.  Want to have Dr Shafer come speak at your event about literacy and the power of storytelling! Go to ⁠www.drshaferstedronova.com⁠ [http://www.drshaferstedronova.com/] to learn more about Dr Shafer and speaking events.  Photo Credits: Cari Hitchcock Photo Credits for Dr Shafer: Stephanie Baker Photography Music Credit: He Has A Way, Riverside Audio PR: PR from the Heart 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 #nostalgia #airsupply #travel #carihitchcock #theadventuresofbabybrownbear

Embracing Imperfection to Find the Perfect Sound with Recording Artist Pace Randolph

Embracing Imperfection to Find the Perfect Sound with Recording Artist Pace Randolph  Pace Randolph is a singer, songwriter and director of the world's biggest choir, The Choir Imperfect, a project to create community through song that is bringing people together across the globe. With his debut album, Pace Randolph is accepting vocal contributions from his fans to be a part of the magic of music making, inviting 100,000 singers to join him on his debut album in a collective choir unlike anything we have ever heard before. Pace shares his inspiring story with us, from his love of music, his journey to creating the world's biggest choir, and how embracing imperfection and self-discovery have set him on the path to creating music that not only  beautifully conveys his story but brings people together in the process.   Thank you, Pace, for reminding us to embrace the imperfect, and that we don't have to be perfect to make an impact.  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 Pace Randolph and The Imperfect Choir here:  https://www.thechoirimperfect.com/ [https://www.thechoirimperfect.com/] Connect with Pace Randolph: https://www.instagram.com/pacerandolph [https://www.instagram.com/pacerandolph] https://www.tiktok.com/@pacerandolph [https://www.tiktok.com/@pacerandolph] https://www.youtube.com/@PaceRandolph [https://www.youtube.com/@PaceRandolph] 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 #pacerandolph #thechoirimperfect #talkswithdrshafer #empowerment #storytelling

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