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The Psychology of Self-Sabotage: Why You Destroy What You Say You Want
The Psychology of Self-Sabotage: Why You Destroy What You Say You Want
Why do we sabotage healthy relationships, procrastinate on big opportunities, or pull back when things are finally going well? In this episode, we’re breaking down the psychology of self-sabotage from a science-backed perspective — not in a “just think positive” way, but through identity, nervous system regulation, cognitive dissonance, and emotional patterns that shape behavior. If you’ve ever: • Procrastinated on something that mattered • Questioned a relationship that was actually healthy ...