Beyond The High Road of Parental Alienation

In episode 151 of The Beyond The High Road Podcast, Shelby Milford announces the release of volume four of the podcast's highlights & best clips. In the episode, She shares personal experiences, including her journey of healing and self-discovery following the forced estrangement from her daughter. The podcast addresses the importance of defining problems within one's control, embracing hard truths, rejecting self-sabotaging thoughts, and focusing on creating a fulfilling life despite the challenges of parental alienation. While the episode provides effective strategies for overcoming negative emotions & seeking personal growth; maintaining hope and resilience are discussed in-depth, with Shelby encouraging alienated parents to find purpose & cultivate joy in their lives.

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Review

01:21 Volume Four Release Announcement

02:46 Confronting Hard Truths

04:04 Defining the Real Problem

07:51 Personal Accountability and Healing

08:49 The Power of Thoughts and Beliefs

11:20 Navigating Alienation and Trauma

12:59 Taking Responsibility and Making a Plan

17:34 The Importance of Self-Validation

30:27 Understanding Approval: It's Not About You

31:26 Reframing Catastrophic Thinking

32:13 Identifying and Owning Your Emotions

34:03 The Illusion of Control and Vulnerability

37:22 Self-Betrayal and Parental Roles

37:57 The Tragic Reality of Parental Alienation

45:08 Breaking Free from Negative Narratives

57:20 Living Intentionally and Finding Purpose

58:46 No Guarantees and Moving Forward

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