Self-Sabotage Workbook

Types of Self-Sabotage

There are many areas of life where self-sabotaging can rear its head. You may feel that you have found your balance in one area but struggle with self-sabotaging in another. Or you may see similar patterns throughout. Here are some common places where self-sabotaging may show up most (in no particular order):

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Procrastination

Procrastination can have a detrimental effect on many aspects of life. It can lead to missed deadlines, poor performance at work or school, and difficulty managing stress.

Perfectionism

Perfectionism is a trait that can be both beneficial and detrimental in life. On one hand, striving for perfection can help us to achieve great things and reach our goals. On the other hand, it can be detrimental when it causes us to be overly critical of ourselves, or to become overwhelmed and stressed out by the need to get everything just right

Self-Criticism

Self-criticism can be a source of great distress and can often lead to feelings of low self-esteem. It can be a vicious cycle of negative thoughts and feelings that can leave people feeling hopeless and helpless

Avoiding Change

When individuals fail to embrace change, they can become stagnant and limit their potential for personal growth.

Poor Self-Care

Poor self-care can have a variety of negative effects on your overall health, mental well-being, and quality of life.