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. Have a mental health question? Email Dr. Judy's team at at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and

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Why you keep getting in your own way: A guide to stopping self-sabotage is an episode from The Savvy Psychologist's Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Mental Health by Macmillan Holdings, LLC.

This episode is 14:27 long.

This episode was published on Apr 28, 2026.

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