Do you ever feel stuck in self-doubt, overwhelmed by stress, or frustrated by recurring patterns in your relationships and decision-making? These challenges are often fueled by what Shirzad Chamine, the author of Positive Intelligence, calls saboteurs.
Saboteurs are the negative mental habits and thought patterns that work against your happiness, performance, and well-being. They originate from survival mechanisms and operate in your subconscious, undermining your potential. At the center of them all is the Judge, the most pervasive saboteur. The Judge constantly evaluates, criticizes, and finds fault with yourself, others, and circumstances, creating a cycle of negativity and stress.
The Judge doesn’t work alone. It enlists the help of nine accomplice saboteurs, each with their own unique tendencies:
Avoider: Avoids difficult tasks and conflicts, focusing instead on positive gratification, to the detriment of the avoider.
Controller: Needs to take charge and control situations, often overwhelming others.
Hyper-Achiever: Relies on external success and achievement for self-worth.
Hyper-Rational: Over-focuses on logic and reason, often ignoring emotional needs.
Hyper-Vigilant: Is always on high alert, expecting the worst in every situation.
Pleaser: Prioritizes others’ needs over their own, seeking validation through helping.
Restless: Constantly seeks new activities and excitement, avoiding focus and presence.
Stickler: Insists on perfectionism, creating rigidity and frustration.
Victim: Draws attention through emotional expression, often feeling powerless.
When these saboteurs dominate, they keep you stuck in unhelpful patterns and block your ability to access your Sage—the voice of wisdom, empathy, and creativity that guides your best decisions.
This is where I come in!
As your coach, I help you to:
Identify the saboteurs running the show in your mind and their negative impact on your life and leadership.
Challenge their influence using proven techniques rooted in neuroscience and emotional intelligence.
Cultivate your Sage powers to quiet the saboteurs and unlock your potential for joy, resilience, and clarity.
Through this work, you’ll experience less stress, improved relationships, and greater confidence as you learn to lead with your Sage instead of your saboteurs.
If you’ve ever felt curious about what’s holding you back, or wondered how to break free from self-sabotaging thoughts, this is your chance to explore. Let’s transform your “stuckness” into empowerment and start building the mental fitness that changes everything.
Schedule a consultation today, and let’s uncover the hidden saboteurs shaping your life and unlock your path to a brighter future.