Why do we sometimes get in our own way? Why do we sabotage our best efforts — even when deep down we want success?

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In 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.

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