TLC 058: The Mountain Is You (Overcoming Self-Sabotage)

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Have you ever struggled with self-sabotage? I hate to admit it, but I certainly have. Self-sabotage is that thing that creates more problems than opportunities in our daily lives.

Sometimes it’s habits, thoughts, and triggers that set us back and cause us to engage in destructive behavior.

I’ve had my own version of self-sabotaging behavior. I’ve gotten in my head about things I believe I am incapable of or not good enough for. While making up stories about myself occasionally, I realize that it can be a dangerous game to play.

I remind myself of a great quote by Henry Ford, “Whether you think you can, or think you can’t— you’re right”.

In many ways, the things we tell ourselves (via thoughts or otherwise) end up becoming our reality.

Over time, I have gotten better at avoiding self-sabotaging behavior, mainly by focusing on building my skills, competing with myself, and focusing on the right things.

Can you say the same?

The Solution

Starting next week, myself and a group of about a dozen people will dive into The Mountain Is You by Brianna Wiest. This book attacks the issue of self-sabotage and will teach us how to overcome the mountain that is ourselves.

I will be dissecting the book for the group and finding the most essential concepts to apply to our personal, and professional lives.

Some will read it, others will simply join in the discussions and find ways to apply the learnings to their own lives.

Can You Get Involved?

Yes! If you’d like to join the Book-ish Book Club, come on in!

If you want all the golden nuggets on overcoming self-sabotaging behavior, join our GroupMe!

I'll see you there!

Be Great,