How to Stop Sabotaging Yourself and Achieve Your Goals

Learn the causes, examples, and solutions of self sabotage, and how to break free from this harmful pattern

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Self sabotage is a term that describes the behavior of deliberately or unconsciously undermining one’s own goals, happiness, or success. It can manifest in various ways, such as procrastination, perfectionism, self-medication, self-criticism, avoidance, or self-harm. Self sabotage can have negative consequences for one’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being, as well as one’s relationships, career, and personal growth.

But why do people self sabotage? What are the causes and triggers of this harmful pattern? And most importantly, how can one overcome self sabotage and break free from its vicious cycle?

The Causes of Self Sabotage

There is no single or simple answer to why people self sabotage. However, some possible causes are:

• Low self-esteem or self-worth. People who do not value themselves or believe in their abilities may sabotage their own success or happiness because they think they do not deserve it, or they fear being exposed as frauds or impostors. They may also have a negative self-image or self-talk that reinforces their doubts and…