The Self-Sabotage Spiral and How to Step Out of It
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Ever caught yourself saying, “I know what to do… but I just don’t do it”?
Yep. Me too.
In this week’s episode, we’re getting into the nitty gritty of self-sabotage—that sneaky, frustrating thing we all do where we say we want something (like fat loss, confidence, or consistency)… but then act in a way that guarantees we don’t get it.
I’m sharing the real talk on:
- What self-sabotage actually is and where it comes from (hint: it’s not about being lazy or broken)
- The real reason we raid the pantry when no one’s looking
- What shadow work is (don’t worry, it’s not as woo as it sounds—and it might just change your life)
- A personal story I was honestly scared to share (but I did anyway, because someone out there needs to hear it)
You’ll also get 5 practical, real-life tools to interrupt that “screw it” moment and stop derailing your goals in the name of comfort.
This one’s raw, honest, a bit uncomfortable in places—but also full of aha moments, relief, and hope. Because the truth is, you're not failing... you're just trying to protect yourself in ways that aren't helping anymore.
🎧 Pop your earphones in and come hang out.
🧠 Mentioned in this episode:
- Kim Constable’s story on Jack Daniels + mindset work
- Carl Jung on the shadow self
- Dr. Alice Boyes – The Healthy Mind Toolkit
- Dr. Ramani Durvasula – Don’t You Know Who I Am?
- Dr. Susan David – Emotional Agility
- Cassia Tierney – Endure coaching
- Scott Jeffrey’s Shadow Work Tools: scottjeffrey.com/shadow-work
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