Stop Self Sabotage
2 episodes tagged "Stop Self Sabotage".
Is ADHD Just an Excuse or Something Real?
🔥 Neurodivergent ≠ Excuse 🔥 Let’s get real — ADHD, OCD, autism… they’re real, they’re daily, and for some of us, they’re loud as hell. I’ve been diagnosed with ADHD and functional OCD. Maybe you relate. Maybe you’re a sleep-deprived parent like me, making 100 panic-driven choices before 9 AM. I get it. I live it. But here's the hard truth: your wiring is not your permission slip to act like a tornado. It’s not your excuse to avoid, procrastinate, or blow stuff up and say “oops, ADHD.” That might feel spicy, but it’s said with love — because I’ve used those labels as shields too. We’ve hit this weird cultural moment where everyone’s a self-diagnosed TikTok neuropsychologist, turning trauma and neurodivergence into quirky personality traits. That’s dangerous. Because if you’re using your diagnosis to explain why you can’t, instead of how you’ll adapt, then it’s just a branded excuse. Here’s my rule: 🧠 Know your wiring. 📖 Learn how it operates. ⚒️ Build strategies anyway. Being neurodivergent doesn’t make you broken. It means you’ve got a different manual — so read the damn manual.
You're Not Broken, You're Just Sabotaging Yourself
Hey there, you beautiful chaos magnets! It’s Michael, your Sober Psychology host—psychologist in training, sober dad, and a guy who’s tripped over his own ego more times than he’d like to admit. In this episode, I’m diving into the messy, maddening world of self-sabotage. You know, that annoying habit of torching your own dreams—like skipping that big interview, derailing your diet, or starting a fight just when life’s getting good. Join me for 30 minutes of raw, science-backed truth, mixed with my decade of battling alcoholism and enough humor to keep you chuckling through the pain. I’m breaking down why you keep shooting yourself in the foot, what psychology says about it, and how to stop being your own personal wrecking ball. From cognitive distortions to trauma’s sneaky role, this episode’s packed with insights to help you get out of your own way. No fluff, just real talk. 🔥 Why watch? Because you deserve a life where you’re not your own worst enemy. Hit play to learn how to spot self-sabotage, kick it to the curb, and start winning at life. Drop a comment with the dumbest way you’ve sabotaged yourself—I’m reading every one! Like, subscribe, and share this with someone who needs a wake-up call. Let’s get to it!