Beyond The Surface Podcast

Episode 8: Self-Sabotage – Why You Hold Yourself Back & How to Break Free


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Have you ever set a goal, felt motivated, and then found yourself procrastinating, overthinking, or backing out? Do you avoid opportunities, steer clear of tough conversations, or repeat patterns that no longer serve you—despite knowing better?

Self-sabotage isn’t about willpower; it’s about subconscious patterns and nervous system responses keeping you stuck. In this episode, we’re unpacking why we hold ourselves back and, most importantly, how to break free.


What You’ll Learn:

•              What self-sabotage is and how it shows up in daily life.

•              The link between self-sabotage and instant gratification.

•              Why fear, subconscious beliefs, and nervous system responses keep you stuck.

•              How to recognize and interrupt self-sabotaging patterns in real time.

•              Practical tools to rewire your brain, regulate your nervous system, and build small, safe wins.


Key Takeaways & Tools:

✔ Identify Your Triggers: Notice moments of hesitation or procrastination—what’s the deeper fear or belief?

✔ Pattern Interrupts: Use quick shifts like clapping, snapping your fingers, or saying “Go!” to break autopilot habits.

✔ Regulate Your Nervous System: Breathwork, cold exposure, and grounding exercises help create internal safety.

✔ Rewire Limiting Beliefs: Shift from “I’m not ready” to “I am learning and growing.”

✔ Create Small, Safe Wins: Build confidence with small, achievable steps that show your nervous system change is safe.

The secret to breaking free isn’t just knowing what to do—it’s knowing how to take action. Small steps lead to big transformations.


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