Changing Minds with Owen Fitzpatrick 13 Ways to Overcome Sabotage
Jan 20, 2025
Dive into the mind's battle against self-sabotage! Uncover why fears—like failure and success—hold us back. Explore how low self-worth and social judgment complicate our paths. Discover 13 powerful techniques including embracing imperfection and breaking tasks into small wins. Learn to challenge your inner critic and transform guilt into motivation. With insights on emotional regulation and accountability, this discussion paves the way for achieving long-term goals while expanding your comfort zone!
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Self-Sabotage Is Multi-Causal
- Self-sabotage happens when our thoughts or actions prevent success despite consciously wanting it.
- Multiple causes usually interact rather than a single reason causing self-sabotage.
Failure Is Misinterpreted As Identity
- Fear of failure drives avoidance because people equate failing with being a failure.
- Changing how you interpret failure is necessary to stop procrastination and avoidance.
Success Can Be Scary Too
- Fear of success can be as paralyzing as fear of failure because success brings scrutiny and responsibility.
- Avoidance and procrastination can be attempts to dodge those new pressures and changes.