# Why you keep getting in your own way: A guide to stopping self-sabotage

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Podcast: [Savvy Psychologist](https://stenobird.com/podcast/savvy-psychologist-745342)
Published: 2026-04-28T09:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

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 subscribe to the  newsletter  for more psychology tips. Watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@SavvyPsychologist More from Dr. Ho on her other channels: Dr. Ho's website , Substack , LinkedIn . Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Find a transcript at  QuickandDirtyTips.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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