The Melissa Ambrosini Show 655: Why You Keep Sabotaging Yourself (and How to Finally Stop) | Britt Frank
May 21, 2025
Join clinical psychotherapist and trauma specialist Britt Frank, author of The Science of Getting Stuck, as she unpacks the complexities of self-sabotage. Britt deftly illustrates how identifying your inner parts can promote self-compassion and transform negative dialogues. Discover practical strategies for tackling your inner critic and reframe feelings of jealousy as avenues for growth. Plus, learn the power of 'micro yeses' in enhancing self-care and how embracing your brain as an ally can change your mindset. This conversation is a treasure trove for anyone feeling stuck!
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Britt's Journey to Therapy
- Britt Frank shared her personal journey from addiction and eating disorders to becoming a therapist.
- Her struggles inspired her to help others understand and befriend their minds rather than fight them.
Mind as Multiple Parts
- Our minds have many parts like our bodies do; the problem is ignoring and not caring for them.
- Different parts can cause inner conflict, like why we can’t start or stop certain behaviors despite wanting to.
Negotiating Self-Sabotage
- Self-sabotage arises from parts protecting survival, not wanting change that feels risky.
- Negotiate between parts to align everyone with the goal of being alive, happy, and successful.
