On this informative episode of Talks with Dr Shafer, Dr Shafer welcomes Maris Segal and Ken Ashby, relationship experts and couplepreneurs. Maris and Ken share their journey of becoming a successful couple in both business and life, and how they help others succeed in relationships. Ken and Maris discuss the four relationship rhythms: respect, responsibility, reframing, and resilience. They highlight the significance of choice and taking responsibility for our actions and reactions, and illustrate how these rhythms can be applied in various contexts. On the show, they discuss the concept of neuroplasticity and how we can retrain our brains to relate in a more positive and empowering way. They emphasize the need to approach relationships with curiosity and a willingness to understand the perspectives of others for success and connection. The conversation also highlights the significance of self-reflection and personal growth in building healthy relationships. Dr Shafer, Maris Segal and Ken Ashby stress the transformative power of relationships and the ongoing work required to nurture and maintain them.

Takeaways:

• How we relate to others is everything in building successful relationships.


• The four relationship rhythms - respect, responsibility, reframing, and resilience - are crucial in all types of relationships.


• Taking responsibility for our actions and reactions is key to building trust and creating positive connections.

• Making intentional choices and being mindful of how we show up in relationships can lead to more fulfilling connections.


• Approach relationships with respect, curiosity, and a willingness to understand others' perspectives.


• Practice the four relationship rhythms: respect, responsibility, reframing, and resilience.


• Engage in self-reflection and personal growth to build healthy relationships.


• Relationships require ongoing work and a commitment to continuous improvement.


• The transformative power of relationships can lead to personal and societal evolution.

Thank you to Maris Segal and Ken Ashby for being a Guests on the show! You can learn more about Maris Segal and Ken Ashby here: ⁠⁠https://segalleadershipglobal.com/⁠

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.

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Music Credit: Shafer Yost, Impulse