As A Man Readeth

The Mountain Is You (Part I of II) by Brianna Wiest

As A Man Readeth Season 1 Episode 12

Summary

In this episode, the hosts discuss the book 'The Mountain is You' by Brianna Weist, which explores the topic of self-sabotage and transforming it into self-mastery. They share personal experiences of self-sabotage and discuss the common psychological roots of this behavior. The hosts also highlight strategies from the book for becoming aware of and acknowledging self-sabotaging patterns.

Takeaways

Self-sabotage is when you have conflicting desires, one conscious and one subconscious.

Common psychological roots of self-sabotage include resistance, justification, perfectionism, fear of success, and fear of being busy.

To overcome self-sabotaging patterns, it is important to be present, be clear on your desires, recognize patterns, and transmute negative emotions into positive actions.

Self-sabotage can be linked to past traumas, and recognizing this connection is crucial for personal growth.

Progress can only happen in the present moment, so being present and prepared is key to overcoming self-sabotage.


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