Why We Self-Sabotage (and How to Stop the Cycle)

Ever eat well all day then snack your way through the evening?
Promise yourself a new routine… and abandon it in 48 hours?
Same.
And no—you’re not “bad at consistency.”

You’re overwhelmed.

Self-sabotage happens when:

• You’re tired

• You’re stressed

• You’re emotionally stretched

• You’re doing too much at once

• You’re trying to be perfect

Your brain chooses the easiest feelings, foods, and habits when life feels hard.

The Fix: Make habits feel safe, not strict

Instead of:
❌ “I have to eat perfectly.”
Try:
✅ “I’ll add one supportive meal today.”

Instead of:
❌ “I need a whole new morning routine.”
Try:
✅ “I’ll breathe for 30 seconds before I grab my phone.”

Healing is not about force—it’s about support.

And if Ernesto were writing this, he’d add:
“Snacks are okay. Just don’t skip the real meals.”