Why do we sometimes get in our own way? Why do we sabotage our best efforts — even when deep down we want success?📲 *Join the Big Lad Mailing List* for exclusive content & early access: https://mailchi.mp/799f9d66ee7f/the-big-lad-podcastIn this solo episode of The Big Lad Podcast, I dig into the hidden psychology of self-sabotage — the subtle patterns, fears and beliefs that keep you from achieving your potential.We’ll explore:✅ What self-sabotage really is — conscious and unconscious behaviours that undermine our goals. ✅ The common traps: procrastination, perfectionism, fear of success, imposter syndrome.✅ Why self-sabotage isn’t just about lack of willpower — it often comes from deeper roots (low self-esteem, trauma, attachment issues) ✅ The philosophical angle: Stoic wisdom on self-mastery, ancient insight on inner obstacles.✅ Practical steps to recognise when you’re getting in your own way — and how to change the script.Featuring ideas from modern psychology, philosophy and real-world experience, this episode aims to help you finally stop blocking your own success — and start allowing yourself to become who you really want to be.🎯 Tune in if you’ve ever felt:👉 You were so close to success and then something stopped you.👉 You thought you wanted growth but found yourself stuck in the same patterns.👉 You struggled with “why this isn’t working” despite your hard work.📚 In this episode you’ll walk away with:✅ Greater clarity on what self-sabotage is (and isn’t)✅ Insight into your own hidden beliefs and fears✅ A framework for interrupting self-sabotaging behaviour✅ Motivational wisdom to shift from self-blockage to self-support🧠 “Self-sabotage is when we say we want something and then go about making sure we don’t get it.” — Alyce Cornyn-Selby If this episode struck a chord, share it with someone who keeps getting in their own way — and let’s grow together.My Instagram - https://instagram.com/gw_fitThe Big Lad Podcast - https://instagram.com/thebigladpodcastSubstack - https://substack.com/@thebigladpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/gw_fit96MyProtein: https://prf.hn/l/6neGLNlGWFIT for 37% off#SelfSabotage #Psychology #PersonalGrowth #Mindset #SelfHelp #Stoicism #successmindset

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