In the 113th episode of the Beyond the High Road podcast, host Shelby Milford discusses the importance of being and becoming your own best friend, especially during challenging times throughout the year. Shelby shares practical advice on self-love, including qualities that a supportive friend would possess and how to embody those traits for yourself. The episode covers topics such as being a good listener, offering self-encouragement, avoiding self-comparison, maintaining honesty and boundaries, and much more. Shelby also reflects on personal experiences and emphasizes the value of persevering through difficulties, believing in oneself, and maintaining positive self-talk.