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Self-Sabotage Isn’t What You Think: Why It Happens and How to Change It

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Why do we procrastinate, overthink, avoid, or hold back just when things matter most? Your social media feed at 2 am calls this self-sabotage, but is it?

In this episode of the Scenic Route, we unpack fresh psychology research that flips the story of self-sabotage on its head. You’ll discover three hidden patterns that shape how we repeat harmful choices:

  • Sensitives: quick learners who adapt after mistakes
  • Unawares: people who miss the cause-and-effect until it’s explained
  • Compulsives: those who know better but can’t break the cycle

You’ll hear why common advice like “just use willpower” or “learn from your mistakes” fails so many of us, and what actually works instead.

Because here’s the twist: you’re not broken, lazy, or your own worst enemy. What looks like sabotage is often safety in disguise. And once you see that, everything changes.
Paper mentioned:
Zeng, L., Park, H. R. P., McNally, G. P., Jean-Richard-dit-Bressel, P., et al. (2025). Causal inference and cognitive-behavioral integration deficits drive stable variation in human punishment sensitivity. Communications Psychology, 3, Article 103.

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Chapters

1. What Self-Sabotage Really Means (00:00:00)

2. Why “Bad Habits” Are Really Safety Strategies (00:06:08)

3. The 3 Types of Self-Sabotage Patterns (00:10:16)

4. From Self-Blame to Self-Compassion (00:13:24)

5. Final Takeaways + Resources (00:15:27)

105 episodes

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Manage episode 506695811 series 3393199
Content provided by Jennifer Walter. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Jennifer Walter or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Why do we procrastinate, overthink, avoid, or hold back just when things matter most? Your social media feed at 2 am calls this self-sabotage, but is it?

In this episode of the Scenic Route, we unpack fresh psychology research that flips the story of self-sabotage on its head. You’ll discover three hidden patterns that shape how we repeat harmful choices:

  • Sensitives: quick learners who adapt after mistakes
  • Unawares: people who miss the cause-and-effect until it’s explained
  • Compulsives: those who know better but can’t break the cycle

You’ll hear why common advice like “just use willpower” or “learn from your mistakes” fails so many of us, and what actually works instead.

Because here’s the twist: you’re not broken, lazy, or your own worst enemy. What looks like sabotage is often safety in disguise. And once you see that, everything changes.
Paper mentioned:
Zeng, L., Park, H. R. P., McNally, G. P., Jean-Richard-dit-Bressel, P., et al. (2025). Causal inference and cognitive-behavioral integration deficits drive stable variation in human punishment sensitivity. Communications Psychology, 3, Article 103.

_____________________________________________________________________
Visit jenniferwalter.me – your cosy corner where recovering perfectionists, misfits, and those done pretending to be fine find space to breathe, dream, and create real change."

💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION

🔮 DAILY DOSE OF CHILL
The Scenic Route Affirmation Card Deck is your online permission slip to trust your inner compass again. What does your card say? Share it with us!

👉 Pull Your Free Card

LOVE THE SHOW?
Leave a rating and review. Your words help other wandering souls discover the Scenic Route podcast.

  continue reading

Chapters

1. What Self-Sabotage Really Means (00:00:00)

2. Why “Bad Habits” Are Really Safety Strategies (00:06:08)

3. The 3 Types of Self-Sabotage Patterns (00:10:16)

4. From Self-Blame to Self-Compassion (00:13:24)

5. Final Takeaways + Resources (00:15:27)

105 episodes

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