Confronting Procrastination & Embracing The Struggle In Purpose In episode 96 of the Beyond the High Road podcast, Shelby Milford explores the intertwined topics of procrastination and finding purpose. She candidly shares her personal struggles with procrastination, especially when faced with emotionally charged tasks, highlighting how fear, particularly of discomfort and the unknown, often underpins procrastination. Shelby delves into her experiences of managing interactions with her ex, dealing with financial constraints in legal battles, and the importance of choosing struggles consciously. Emphasizing that one's quality of life is shaped by the quality of their challenges, she encourages listeners to identify what they are willing to struggle for, thus reframing their approach to purpose and commitment. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 01:28 The Struggle with Procrastination 02:46 Facing Emotional Challenges 06:16 Dealing with Legal and Financial Stress 10:24 Shifting Mindsets and Overcoming Fear 19:49 Finding Purpose and Motivation 29:59 Choosing Your Struggles Wisely 40:13 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Story Alchemy: Transforming Our Inner Narratives In episode 95 of the Beyond The High Road podcast, Shelby Milford discusses the impact of the stories we tell ourselves and how they influence our happiness. She emphasizes the importance of re-evaluating and reframing these narratives to improve our interactions and mental well-being. Shelby shares examples from her clients to illustrate how holding onto negative beliefs can create unnecessary stress and dissatisfaction. She also introduces a new feature on Spotify that allows listeners to leave comments and interact with her directly. Tune in to learn practical strategies for transforming your mindset and finding joy in your current reality. 00:00 Introduction and Announcements 01:37 The Stories We Tell Ourselves 03:04 Client Examples and Insights 07:12 The Power of Neutralizing Stories 13:27 The Farmer and His Horse: A Parable 16:35 Taking Control of Your Narrative 29:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In episode 94 of the Beyond the High Road podcast, host Shelby Milford discusses her insights and lessons learned from a tumultuous weekend and delves into the common traits among alienated parents and their potential links to childhood trauma stemming from the roles played by their own parent(s). She explores the possibility that many alienated parents might have experienced trauma as a result of growing up with a parent displaying traits of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) or Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD). Shelby emphasizes the importance of understanding these roots to aid in healing and offers words of encouragement and advice for setting boundaries. She highlights the significance of consistent support among alienated parents and provides practical advice on joining her private Facebook group for further community and support. She concludes by encouraging listeners to balance reflecting on past experiences with focusing on their present and future healing journeys.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:22 Current Events and Personal Reflections

01:42 Podcast Announcements and Community Guidelines

03:42 Listener Reviews and Feedback

05:24 Addressing Negative Feedback

10:42 Personal Insights and Reflections

16:53 Introduction to Today's Topic

18:17 Exploring Common Traits Among Alienated Parents

20:13 Reflecting on Childhood Perceptions

21:08 Realizing Differences in Family Dynamics

21:54 Understanding Attachment Styles

23:30 The Impact of Parental Behavior

24:45 Healing and Moving Forward

26:25 Exploring Parental Personality Disorders

30:14 Personal Reflections and Client Insights

32:35 Empowerment Through Self-Awareness

35:44 Balancing Past and Future

43:46 Final Thoughts and Future Discussions

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