
4 Ways We Self-Sabotage & 3 Ways to Improve the Relationship We Have With Ourselves
37 minutes
Hosted by Jay Shetty
Episode Description
<p>What’s blocking you?</p> <p>What’s holding you back?</p> <p>Today, Jay talks about the concept of self-sabotage, examining how it manifests in various aspects of our lives and offering strategies for overcoming it. Self-sabotage is defined as behaviors that undermine our own success, happiness, and stated goals. These actions often occur subconsciously, rooted in deep psychological patterns formed during early childhood.</p> <p>Jay outlines four primary ways people self-sabotage: chronic lateness, procrastination, putting oneself down, and perfectionism. He also discusses the habit of putting oneself down, which can manifest through over-apologizing or refusing to take credit for accomplishments. This behavior is often linked to low self-esteem or an internalized critical voice from childhood.</p> <p>In this episode, you'll learn:</p> <p>How to Recognize Self-Sabotage</p> <p>How to Stop Putting Yourself Down</p> <p>How to Change Negative Self-Talk</p> <p>How to Understand Your Triggers</p> <p>How to Set Boundaries</p> <p>By understanding and working through these patterns, you can unlock your full potential and achieve the success and happiness you desire.</p> <p>With Love and Gratitude,</p> <p>Jay Shetty</p> <p>What We Discuss:</p> <p>00:00 Intro</p> <p>03:08 What is Self-Sabotage?</p> <p>05:41 Passive-Aggressive Behavior</p> <p>08:22 Behavior that Counters What We Tell Ourselves</p> <p>11:08 What Leads to Self-Sabotage?</p> <p>14:26 #1: Chronic Lateness</p> <p>16:22 #2: Procrastination</p> <p>19:53 #3: Putting Yourself Down</p> <p>23:15 #4: Perfectionism</p> <p>27:01 Three Ways to Deal with Your Self-Sabotaging Behavior</p> <p>28:53 weird noise in the background</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>