4 types of Self-Sabotage (and how to ESCAPE the Cycle)

Feb 22, 2025

Explore the hidden forces of self-sabotage that hold you back, likened to driving with a parking brake on. Discover four distinct patterns—procrastination, addiction, binge eating, and harmful relationship dynamics—that create a cycle of struggle. Uncover how these behaviors are connected to your 'shadow self,' and learn actionable steps to break free. Reflective questions guide you in understanding and overcoming these barriers, empowering you to create the life you truly want.

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Understanding and Overcoming Self-Sabotage Patterns

00:00 • 18min

Breaking the Cycle of Self-Sabotage

17:59 • 3min

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Why do we self-sabotage? Ever feel like you're stuck in a cycle—doing great for a few weeks, then crashing, only to start over again? That’s self-sabotage at work. It’s like driving with the parking brake on. You push harder, but something invisible keeps holding you back. Whether it’s procrastination, addiction, binge eating, or even relationship patterns, self-sabotage shows up in all areas of life. Carl Jung called it the 'shadow self'—the part of us working against our best interests. In this video, I break down the four types of self-sabotage and how to stop them for good.

00:00 Why this video's for you

01:14 The Cycle Controlling Your Life

03:42 Pattern 1

07:56 Pattern 2

12:17 Pattern 3

15:14 Pattern 4

19:06 Your Action Steps

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