For most of my life, I thought I knew what it meant to be “healthy.” I thought it was just about losing weight, cutting calories, and maybe hitting the gym a few times a week. But the deeper I got into my own transformation, the more I realized that health is so much more than the number on a scale.
It’s about fueling my body with the right nutrients, moving in a way that supports longevity, managing stress, and creating an environment where I can thrive. It’s about unlearning habits that no longer serve me and replacing them with ones that push me toward my highest self.
This journey hasn’t been easy. In fact, self-sabotage almost made me quit before I could truly transform. But through awareness and action, I learned how to stop getting in my own way—and today, I want to share how you can, too.
How I Was Sabotaging Myself
Self-sabotage is sneaky. It doesn’t always show up as obvious, destructive behavior. Instead, it can look like:
• Making excuses – “I’ll start next Monday.” “I deserve this cheat meal… and the next one.” “I just don’t have time.”
• Surrounding myself with people who weren’t on the same journey – Being around those who didn’t care about their health made it easier for me to justify bad choices.
• Going back to old habits for comfort – Stress eating, skipping workouts, and ignoring my mental health whenever life got overwhelming.
• Fear of standing out – I didn’t want to be the “weird” one, the one ordering differently at restaurants, the one saying no to things that weren’t aligned with my goals.
• Doubting my ability to change – “What if I fail?” “What if I can’t sustain this?” “Maybe I’m just meant to be this way.”
The weight I carried wasn’t just physical—it was mental, emotional, and deeply ingrained in my habits.
How I Took My Power Back
I won’t lie to you—breaking free from self-sabotage is HARD. But it’s also possible. Here’s how I did it:
1. I Identified My Triggers
The first step was recognizing when and why I sabotaged myself. Was it boredom? Stress? Social pressure? Once I pinpointed what led me to make unhealthy choices, I could start changing my response.
2. I Changed My Environment
I couldn’t grow in the same environment that was keeping me stuck. I had to surround myself with people who supported my journey—whether that meant finding an accountability partner, following inspiring voices online, or spending less time with those who discouraged my progress.
3. I Replaced Bad Habits with Good Ones
Instead of focusing on what I had to “give up,” I focused on what I could add to my life.
• Instead of stress-eating, I meditated or took a walk.
• Instead of binge-watching TV every night, I read books that fed my mind.
• Instead of letting negative thoughts spiral, I practiced gratitude and positive affirmations.
4. I Gave Myself Permission to Be Different
I had to accept that not everyone will understand my journey—and that’s okay. Growth often requires standing apart from the crowd. I reminded myself: This is MY life. My health. My happiness. My future.
5. I Celebrated Progress, Not Perfection
Self-sabotage loves to creep in when we feel like we’re failing. Instead of aiming for perfection, I celebrated every small victory:
• Going from 240 lbs to 175 lbs
• Waking up with energy instead of exhaustion
• No more backaches
• A clearer mind, better memory, and mental clarity
• Becoming a pescatarian (and nearly vegan!)
• Sticking to my meditation and exercise routine
Each win reminded me why I started and gave me momentum to keep going.
Your Turn: Break Free from Self-Sabotage
If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of self-sabotage, you are not alone. The good news? You don’t have to stay there. Start with these steps:
1. Identify what’s holding you back – What excuses do you make? What habits no longer serve you?
2. Change your environment – Surround yourself with people who uplift you.
3. Replace bad habits with good ones – Small changes lead to big results.
4. Embrace your journey, even when it’s hard – You don’t have to fit in. You just have to be true to YOU.
5. Celebrate your wins, no matter how small – Progress is still progress.
Final Thoughts: You Deserve This
You only get one life. One body. One chance to take care of yourself. Don’t waste it shrinking back into old patterns. You are capable of more than you realize.
I stopped sabotaging myself—and so can you.
What’s one way you’ve sabotaged yourself in the past? How did you overcome it? Drop a comment—I’d love to hear your story.
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Breaking Free from Self-Sabotage: How I Took Control of My Health and My Life”
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