Here's The Thing: A Beginner's Guide to Adulting

Ep.49 Stop Talking Yourself Out of Success


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Do you ever get this close to doing something good for yourself—then suddenly talk yourself out of it?


In this episode, we’re diving into why we self-sabotage, why your brain resists change even when you want to grow, and how to stop breaking promises to yourself. If you’ve ever struggled with motivation, discipline, or follow-through, this conversation is for you.


You’ll learn:

  • Why your brain is wired to seek comfort, avoid discomfort, and conserve energy
  • How negative self-talk quietly talks you out of success
  • Why motivation doesn’t come first—action does
  • How keeping small promises builds real confidence and self-trust
  • Simple tools to interrupt overthinking and self-doubt
  • Why your identity plays a huge role in habits, goals, and follow-through


We’ll also touch on practical mindset tools like the 5 Second Rule taught by Mel Robbins and how changing your physical and mental state—an idea often taught by Tony Robbins—can help you shift out of self-sabotage in real time.


If you’re a young adult navigating goals, routines, school, work, or big life transitions—and you’re tired of talking yourself out of becoming who you want to be—this episode will help you start showing up differently.


Because success isn’t about being perfect or fearless.


It’s about keeping the promises that matter most—even when it’s hard, even when no one’s watching.


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🎧 Perfect for listeners interested in:

personal growth, mindset coaching, motivation, self-discipline, confidence building, breaking bad habits, goal setting, and self-trust.

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Here's The Thing: A Beginner's Guide to AdultingBy Wendy Kimber