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1243: Your Inner Saboteur And The Pain of Ignoring Its Messages by Lisa Jeffs on Shadow Self & Self-Sabotage

02.25.2024 - By Optimal Living Daily | Dan W.Play

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Episode 1243:

Lisa Jeffs's insightful piece, "Your Inner Saboteur and the Pain of Ignoring Its Messages," illuminates the often overlooked internal narrative that hinders our progress towards our dreams and goals. Through the narrative of Sarah, a woman paralyzed by her own doubts and fears, Jeffs delves into the concept of the shadow self-saboteur, underscoring the importance of seeking help to navigate and overcome this inner resistance. This article is a compelling call to action for anyone feeling stuck, offering hope and strategies for moving forward.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://lisajeffs.com/inner-saboteur-and-the-pain-of-ignoring-it-messages-2/

Quotes to ponder:

"The shadow-self houses our deepest fears, insecurities, and suppressed feelings. It’s that voice in your head that says, 'You’re not good enough,' or 'Why bother when there are so many better than you?'"

Episode references:

Carl Jung and the concept of the shadow self: https://www.thesap.org.uk/articles-on-jungian-psychology-2/about-analysis-and-therapy/the-shadow/

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