In this episode of the Beyond the High Road podcast, host Shelby Milford tackles the prevalent "I can't because..." mentality among alienated parents. Shelby shares her personal journey through financial instability, mixed parental guidance, and trauma, illustrating how these factors foster dependence and hinder growth. She discusses the cycle of outsourcing responsibility and the pitfalls of self-pity and entitlement. Emphasizing the importance of self-reliance and financial independence, Shelby urges listeners to break free from societal judgments, create value, and embrace self-belief and resilience. This episode aims to empower alienated parents to move away from dependency, overcome financial hurdles, and achieve personal freedom and well-being.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Start

00:50 Mid-Workout Realization

02:48 Addressing Victim Mentality

04:31 Personal Experiences with Financial Struggles

08:42 Mixed Messages About Money

13:06 Reliance on Others and Toxic Cycles

24:24 Breaking the Cycle of Reliance

25:59 My Inspiration to Take the Leap

27:32 Fear of Cutting the Safety Net

29:00 The Trap of Dependency

29:50 The Slippery Slope of Entitlement

32:00 Creating Self-Sufficiency

33:59 Breaking the Cycle of Victimhood

39:23 Taking Responsibility and Moving Forward

43:04 Empowerment Through Self-Creation

45:47 Final Thoughts and Encouragement