Why you keep getting in your own way: A guide to stopping self-sabotage

553. Ever wonder why you stall out just when things are going well? It’s not laziness—it’s your brain’s ancient survival system misfiring. This week, neuropsychologist Dr. Judy Ho breaks down the science of self-sabotage.

You’ll learn:

• The L.I.F.E. Factors: The four core reasons we hold ourselves back.
• The 6 Thought Triggers: How to spot the mental shortcuts that lead to "misfires."
• 3 Practical Tools: Simple techniques to "rewind the tape" and break the cycle today.

Self-Sabotage Assessment Quiz

Stop being your own worst enemy and start turning insight into action.

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