98. The psychology of self sabotage

98. The psychology of self sabotage

Sometimes our biggest enemy isn't others, it's ourselves. Self sabotage is a complicated psychological experience whereby we unconsciously undermine our own goals and wellbeing because of an implicit belief that we don't deserve our success, are afraid of failure, or cannot allow ourselves to be happy. From dating people we shouldn't, to procrastination, indecision, doom scrolling and self destructive behaviours, it all comes down to our unconscious beliefs about our self worth. Today we explore the origins and causes of self sabotage, from Freud's ideas of the 'death drive' and 'anti-self', coping mechanisms, to the impact of unresolved emotional trauma and self punishment to understand why it is we self sabotage, and how we can get out of our own way. Listen now.

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386. 26 lessons I've learnt in 26 years

386. 26 lessons I've learnt in 26 years

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19 Feb 48min

385. The best psychology hacks for studying

385. The best psychology hacks for studying

Want to study smarter, not longer? Today, we're finally breaking down my psychology-backed guide to becoming the academic weapon you always dreamed of being. I’m sharing the exact study hacks I used t...

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384. How to stop taking things so personally

384. How to stop taking things so personally

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383. The psychology of intrusive thoughts

383. The psychology of intrusive thoughts

Intrusive thoughts can feel shocking, confusing, and deeply personal - especially when they show up out of nowhere and go completely against who you are. But in reality, the majority of us have them. ...

9 Feb 42min

382. How is AI actually impacting our brains?

382. How is AI actually impacting our brains?

AI has transformed the way we work, the way we ask questions, and the way we function as a society. But what impact has it had on our minds? In today’s episode, we’re unpacking the ways that this new-...

5 Feb 52min

381. Are friendships REALLY meant to be inconvenient?

381. Are friendships REALLY meant to be inconvenient?

Everyone wants a village? No one wants to be a villager? In a world obsessed with protecting our peace, optimising our time, and cutting off anything that feels draining ... have we accidentally made ...

2 Feb 45min

380. A big life update...

380. A big life update...

Finally sharing all the details of the last few months ... and what a recent announcement means for the podcast going forward! Happy listening! Watch on Netflix Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemma...

31 Jan 18min

379. I got an STD in my 20s, now what?

379. I got an STD in my 20s, now what?

Dating and sex can feel like they come with a hidden rulebook. You’re meant to be adventurous but not too adventurous, confident but not reckless, and always somehow immune to consequences. So the pot...

29 Jan 34min

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