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It doesn't take too much to let self-doubt get in the way of success. It can be hard to believe that you're good enough, smart enough, or talented enough. Many people deal with those feelings from time to time; it's just a part of being human. Life coach Marc Accetta teaches that one of the keys to success is learning how to stop self-sabotage.
Self-sabotage involves the pattern of unhelpful beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors that get in the way of achieving one's dreams or goals. As the saying goes, "You are your own worst enemy." When you procrastinate, overthink, get bogged down by perfectionism, keep making excuses, or succumb to negative self-talk, it might hinder your self-progress and adversely impact your life, education, work, and relationships.
Discussed here are some ways on how to deal with and stop self-sabotage.
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Know your thought patterns. Everyone has thinking biases, which have been affected by their own personality and experiences. Unfortunately, your mode of thinking can be biased in a way that will be disadvantageous for you in certain situations. For instance, those who tend to be hypervigilant might sense some threats that actually aren't there. It can lead to overreaction and self-defeating thoughts. By determining your personal thinking errors, it will be easier to learn how to correct them.
Celebrate small wins. Some people are prone to rejoicing only when problems are completely solved, or there are huge causes for celebration. However, your drive to succeed can increase by learning to appreciate incremental improvements, gains, or changes.
Practice mindfulness. Mindfulness teaches you to fully live in the present and stay grounded in every moment, rather than get overwhelmed by the circumstances surrounding you and fretting about the future. Learning how to practice it can help you respond better to problematic situations and people.
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