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June 18, 2025 63 mins

Defining Personal Standards & Boundaries for Alienated Parents


In Episode 142 of the 'Beyond The High Road Podcast', host Shelby Milford emphasizes the importance for alienated parents to define and maintain personal standards and boundaries in their lives. After thanking a reviewer and encouraging listeners to submit their own reviews, Shelby transitions into the main topic: evaluating what you currently accept in your life, and what you want moving forward. She stresses understanding the reasons behind both positive and negative self-talk, keeping commitments to oneself, the impact of relationships, and the difference between acceptance and resignation. Using personal anecdotes and practical advice, Shelby aims to empower listeners to set clear goals and standards, ultimately leading to a more purposeful and fulfilling life.


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00:00 Introduction and Announcements

02:05 Reflecting on Last Week's Episode

03:05 Understanding Acceptance and Setting Standards

09:46 Empowerment Through Acceptance

17:22 Your Commitments and Self-Care

29:55 Evaluating Relationships and Setting Boundaries

33:03 Understanding Relationship Boundaries

34:01 Living Up to External Expectations

35:00 Setting Personal Boundaries

35:51 A Defining Moment: Personal Story

43:39 The Quality of Your Self-Talk

45:47 Root Causes of Acceptance

52:26 Shifting Your Mindset

53:45 Creating a Compelling Reason

01:00:09 Final Thoughts and Resources


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