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Sabotage
We all have a relationship with self-sabotage, a tendency to put barriers in the way of our progression and our happiness - at home and at work, both on and offline. Sabotage is a book about challenging these behaviours, digging a little deeper into why that unhelpful voice can creep up on us. Procrastination, jealousy, inner how can we overcome these obstacles? How do we stop getting in our own way?Exploring real-life stories of success and setbacks from leading cultural voices, Emma Gannon searches for experiences, solutions and ways to look differently at what's really holding us back. This is the handbook you need to slay your own sabotage.
52 pages, Paperback
First published October 13, 2020
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Emma Gannon
17 books661 followersEmma Gannon is the Sunday Times bestselling author of eight books, including ‘A Year of Nothing‘ and ‘Olive’, her debut novel, which was nominated for the Dublin Literary Award. Her second novel, ‘Table for One’, published in 2025 with HarperCollins. Emma also runs the popular Substack newsletter, ‘The Hyphen’, which has thousands of paid subscribers. She also hosts creativity retreats all over the world and was a judge for the 2025 Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction.
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October 4, 2020
Sabotage by Emma Gannon is the perfect self-help book for anyone. Sabotage explains how you are keeping yourself from reaching your full potential and how to stop.
Sabotage is a short read. There is a lot of important information and tips. All of the important tips from a longer self-help book are included with less stories.
I listened to part of the audiobook and read part of the book. I enjoyed both formats and didn’t have a strong preference. I thought Emma Gannon did a great job narrating. I think authors narrating their self-help books really get the passion across.
Thank you NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for Sabotage.
Sabotage is a short read. There is a lot of important information and tips. All of the important tips from a longer self-help book are included with less stories.
I listened to part of the audiobook and read part of the book. I enjoyed both formats and didn’t have a strong preference. I thought Emma Gannon did a great job narrating. I think authors narrating their self-help books really get the passion across.
Thank you NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for Sabotage.
November 23, 2022
[ review will be written in bahasa indonesia ]
Suka banget! Asli deh ini salah satu best read-ku tahun ini. Udah cukup lama penasaran mengenai self-sabotage cmn waktu itu mau beli "The Mountain is You" masih ragu gitu. Pas nemu buku ini dipost sama @bookstrissa langsung yakin mau beli! Selain karena aku selalu percaya sama rekomendasinya, aku tertarik sama halaman2 yang difotoin di ig story bookstrissa (soalnya merasa relate hehe). Aku juga penasaran karena buku ini katanya practical.
Dan... bener. Begitu aku baca bagian introduction, aku langsung suka sama buku ini!
Bukunya tipis, cmn 114 halaman. Sebenernya bisa sehari abis sih (kalo baca terus2an) karena bahasanya juga to-the-point jadinya mudah diserap. Tiap bab ga begitu panjang. Pertama dimulai dari penjelasan, ada opini dari para ahli juga, ada cerita pribadi dari penulis atau temen2nya, dan di akhir tu ada tips2 yang bisa kita lakuin—makanya buku ini tuh practical banget! Sambil baca, kita bisa mengidentifikasi mana hal yang sering kita lakukan yang sebenernya termasuk self-sabotage. Jujur kalo ga baca ini, aku ga begitu sadar loh selama ini ternyata ada cukup banyak hal yang aku lakukan dan termasuk self-sabotage. Di bagian akhir, kita dikasih tips lagi mengenai gimana cara mengubah sikap self-sabotage kita ini.
Bagian favoritku adalah pas ada cerita2 dari orang lain yang menceritakan kebiasaan/hal yang dia lakuin dan ternyata termasuk self-sabotage. Soalnya aku jadi lebih aware kalo selama ini aku sering ngelakuin self-sabotage dan itu kan ga bagus yah:(
Nah sebenernya, self-sabotage ini ga berawal dari hal buruk kok. Justru sbnrnya ini adalah cara kita untuk melindungi diri kita dari rasa sakit hati/kecewa gituu. Sayangnya, ketika kita melakukan 'self-sabotage' ini, kita malah jd overprotective sama diri sendiri dan jdnya ga bisa berkembang. Emma Gannon menganalogikannya sebagai orangtua yang overprotective—ga ngizinin anaknya keluar2 dan membatasi pilihan mereka. Tujuannya sih baik, biar anak itu ga kena bahaya yang ada di luar sana. Tapi sebenernya hal ini ga baik, karena si anak malah jadi ga berkembang. Penjelasan itu ada di bab "What is Self-Sabotage?". Ada banyak penjelasan menarik lainnya di buku inii~
Menarik kan? Menurutku ini buku yang bakalan aku reread lagi sih di masa mendatang👍🏻
Suka banget! Asli deh ini salah satu best read-ku tahun ini. Udah cukup lama penasaran mengenai self-sabotage cmn waktu itu mau beli "The Mountain is You" masih ragu gitu. Pas nemu buku ini dipost sama @bookstrissa langsung yakin mau beli! Selain karena aku selalu percaya sama rekomendasinya, aku tertarik sama halaman2 yang difotoin di ig story bookstrissa (soalnya merasa relate hehe). Aku juga penasaran karena buku ini katanya practical.
Dan... bener. Begitu aku baca bagian introduction, aku langsung suka sama buku ini!
Bukunya tipis, cmn 114 halaman. Sebenernya bisa sehari abis sih (kalo baca terus2an) karena bahasanya juga to-the-point jadinya mudah diserap. Tiap bab ga begitu panjang. Pertama dimulai dari penjelasan, ada opini dari para ahli juga, ada cerita pribadi dari penulis atau temen2nya, dan di akhir tu ada tips2 yang bisa kita lakuin—makanya buku ini tuh practical banget! Sambil baca, kita bisa mengidentifikasi mana hal yang sering kita lakukan yang sebenernya termasuk self-sabotage. Jujur kalo ga baca ini, aku ga begitu sadar loh selama ini ternyata ada cukup banyak hal yang aku lakukan dan termasuk self-sabotage. Di bagian akhir, kita dikasih tips lagi mengenai gimana cara mengubah sikap self-sabotage kita ini.
Bagian favoritku adalah pas ada cerita2 dari orang lain yang menceritakan kebiasaan/hal yang dia lakuin dan ternyata termasuk self-sabotage. Soalnya aku jadi lebih aware kalo selama ini aku sering ngelakuin self-sabotage dan itu kan ga bagus yah:(
Nah sebenernya, self-sabotage ini ga berawal dari hal buruk kok. Justru sbnrnya ini adalah cara kita untuk melindungi diri kita dari rasa sakit hati/kecewa gituu. Sayangnya, ketika kita melakukan 'self-sabotage' ini, kita malah jd overprotective sama diri sendiri dan jdnya ga bisa berkembang. Emma Gannon menganalogikannya sebagai orangtua yang overprotective—ga ngizinin anaknya keluar2 dan membatasi pilihan mereka. Tujuannya sih baik, biar anak itu ga kena bahaya yang ada di luar sana. Tapi sebenernya hal ini ga baik, karena si anak malah jadi ga berkembang. Penjelasan itu ada di bab "What is Self-Sabotage?". Ada banyak penjelasan menarik lainnya di buku inii~
Menarik kan? Menurutku ini buku yang bakalan aku reread lagi sih di masa mendatang👍🏻
September 22, 2020
This is the quickest and easiest self-help book I’ve ever read and I loved it! I have a bad habit of procrastinating and losing motivation from doubt, so this was a super relatable read. I loved the honest real-life experiences too, at least I know I’m not the only one who can be a little hard on themselves. It made me realise there are so many ways I self-sabotage without even realising! I feel called out in the best possible way.
Even as a freelancer, there are bad habits I do almost every day that are essentially holding me back – comparison being one of them. I’m terrible for it. Gannon touches on this, as well as other obstacles like jealousy, perfectionism, fear and self-worth. It’s a comfortable read but feels a lot like a pep talk from a wise older sister .
As I was reading this, I could help but thing Olive really needs a copy. I read Gannon’s fictional debut over the summer, and found it to be a refreshingly pleasant novel. The protagonist has plenty of ups and downs and I feel like she would love the tips in Sabotage!
I’m definitely coming back to this one when I need a motivational boost or a positive reminder. It’s short and sweet but still wonderfully insightful.
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Even as a freelancer, there are bad habits I do almost every day that are essentially holding me back – comparison being one of them. I’m terrible for it. Gannon touches on this, as well as other obstacles like jealousy, perfectionism, fear and self-worth. It’s a comfortable read but feels a lot like a pep talk from a wise older sister .
As I was reading this, I could help but thing Olive really needs a copy. I read Gannon’s fictional debut over the summer, and found it to be a refreshingly pleasant novel. The protagonist has plenty of ups and downs and I feel like she would love the tips in Sabotage!
I’m definitely coming back to this one when I need a motivational boost or a positive reminder. It’s short and sweet but still wonderfully insightful.
For more book reviews and posts, check out my blog or follow along on Instagram 📚✨
September 23, 2020
This piece of writing was a perfect starting point to explore some of the damaging ways we can sabotage our own happiness and success. Informative, sharp and observant, Emma's essay makes a clear point within minimum amount of pages.
Some of the most common ways when it comes to self-sabotage are explained, like procrastination, perfectionism, and an inner critic voice most of us deal with it. It offers some brief analysis, along with concrete tips on how to stop our sabotage, and I think it's a perfect read for anyone taking interest in this topic who is looking for a good place to start.
Thanks to the Netgalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing me with eARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Some of the most common ways when it comes to self-sabotage are explained, like procrastination, perfectionism, and an inner critic voice most of us deal with it. It offers some brief analysis, along with concrete tips on how to stop our sabotage, and I think it's a perfect read for anyone taking interest in this topic who is looking for a good place to start.
Thanks to the Netgalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing me with eARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
March 31, 2021
Short yet surprisingly comprehensive, Sabotage provides an overview of what self-sabotage is, the four ways it can manifest itself, and some tips on how you can overcome it.
This volume covers the topic of self-sabotage in a relatable, easy-to-digest and memorable manner, making it easy to look for ways to apply the concepts to your own life, or reference back later if you need a motivation boost to stop the cycle of self-sabotage. Listening to this via audiobook, performed by the author, upped the relatability and digestibility factors, as her tone of voice and the short format made it feel like a podcast, or a friend giving you advice.
Though at times the coverage on the topic was a bit shallow, since this book wasn’t presented as a scientific overview of the psychology behind self-sabotage, but rather as a brief relatable survey on what it is, how it manifests, and how to overcome it, overall I felt the topic was delved into with an appropriate level of thoroughness, especially for such a short volume.
Overall, I would recommend Sabotage to those who are looking for a quick overview on the topic and how to address the issue of self-sabotage in their own lives, rather than those who are looking for a more thorough, extremely comprehensive exploration on the topic. This book feels most relevant to those a few years into their career and suffering from imposter syndrome, but could still be relatable to a much wider range of readers.
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This volume covers the topic of self-sabotage in a relatable, easy-to-digest and memorable manner, making it easy to look for ways to apply the concepts to your own life, or reference back later if you need a motivation boost to stop the cycle of self-sabotage. Listening to this via audiobook, performed by the author, upped the relatability and digestibility factors, as her tone of voice and the short format made it feel like a podcast, or a friend giving you advice.
Though at times the coverage on the topic was a bit shallow, since this book wasn’t presented as a scientific overview of the psychology behind self-sabotage, but rather as a brief relatable survey on what it is, how it manifests, and how to overcome it, overall I felt the topic was delved into with an appropriate level of thoroughness, especially for such a short volume.
Overall, I would recommend Sabotage to those who are looking for a quick overview on the topic and how to address the issue of self-sabotage in their own lives, rather than those who are looking for a more thorough, extremely comprehensive exploration on the topic. This book feels most relevant to those a few years into their career and suffering from imposter syndrome, but could still be relatable to a much wider range of readers.
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
March 12, 2021
Sabotage is about self-sabotage and how we can get in the way of our achievements and happiness. It’s by Emma Gannon; an absolute legend and also the author of Olive which I’ve seen a lot on here. I genuinely roll my eyes at some self-help books, but this was just comforting and informative. It didn’t make you feel silly or like there’s a simple miracle cure for this behaviour, but it did explain things really well and prompt reflection on your own behaviour.
I can’t recommend this enough. Really. I feel like it’d apply to everyone and, particularly in this miserable time, it’s a pep talk every one needs.
It left me saying ouch a lot, and absolutely called me out, but somehow Emma managed to not make me feel attacked or overwhelmed (and that’s impressive bc I’m very dramatic). I think was due to the fact that this wasn’t from some kind of “I’ve changed my life, now so can you!!” excessively motivational standpoint and it was much more of a nice chat than a numbered how-to manual.
I particularly loved the link to females in the workplace and alll the lists. I might be biased because I am very much a list gal, but they were cracking and full of self-sabo examples that I have done and never given a second thought to.
Short but sweet. Bloody lovely. One I’ll definitely be returning to over and over.
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I can’t recommend this enough. Really. I feel like it’d apply to everyone and, particularly in this miserable time, it’s a pep talk every one needs.
It left me saying ouch a lot, and absolutely called me out, but somehow Emma managed to not make me feel attacked or overwhelmed (and that’s impressive bc I’m very dramatic). I think was due to the fact that this wasn’t from some kind of “I’ve changed my life, now so can you!!” excessively motivational standpoint and it was much more of a nice chat than a numbered how-to manual.
I particularly loved the link to females in the workplace and alll the lists. I might be biased because I am very much a list gal, but they were cracking and full of self-sabo examples that I have done and never given a second thought to.
Short but sweet. Bloody lovely. One I’ll definitely be returning to over and over.
@humph_reads
February 12, 2021
A wonderful book that speaks on and about sabotage but with a twist. As we all associate the term 'sabotage' in a negative sense, the author encourages us to see it in a positive attitude. While addressing incidents from her personal life, she has provided ample motivation to inspire the readers to affirm the good and bad of every situation in a lucid way. Her writing is also backed up with facts and proven psychological assertions which were quite leading.
This book was inevitably informative and written in such a helpful manner. Least to say, I breezed through it within a few hours. I appreciate how the author asks the readers to value themselves, their choices and emotions, consider to see each failure or success as a learning experience and not to evaluate or discount their emotions as next to nothing. She speaks proactively on how to accept and ease through the healing after getting knocked off balance by the mundane happenings. Every chapter consisted of inspirational and thought provoking topics. Hopefully the author will continue to write much needed books as this one.
This book was inevitably informative and written in such a helpful manner. Least to say, I breezed through it within a few hours. I appreciate how the author asks the readers to value themselves, their choices and emotions, consider to see each failure or success as a learning experience and not to evaluate or discount their emotions as next to nothing. She speaks proactively on how to accept and ease through the healing after getting knocked off balance by the mundane happenings. Every chapter consisted of inspirational and thought provoking topics. Hopefully the author will continue to write much needed books as this one.
September 21, 2020
3.5⭐️
Sabatoge to me means being sneaking with destruction. Like letting yourself believe something is going to work out and then purposely ruining it.
This was an audiobook narrated by the author and I felt like she did a good job. Her voice was pleasant and sincere. This isn’t a long book and some might think it to short, but I didn’t.
The author discusses in the book how a person might get in their own way and what that might look like. Also also talks about.....
• Life coaches and their advice.
• The effects of social media.
• Low self esteem.
• Internal believe system.
• Fear that causes self protection.
• Obsessive control.
There was lots of helpful tips to consider with each of these things. This wasn’t a book that had a formula for everyone. But it could be useful for you and your situation.
I do recommend this book and found it helpful.
Thank you NETGALLEY and the publisher for this audiobook ARC, in exchange for my honest review. ♥️
Sabatoge to me means being sneaking with destruction. Like letting yourself believe something is going to work out and then purposely ruining it.
This was an audiobook narrated by the author and I felt like she did a good job. Her voice was pleasant and sincere. This isn’t a long book and some might think it to short, but I didn’t.
The author discusses in the book how a person might get in their own way and what that might look like. Also also talks about.....
• Life coaches and their advice.
• The effects of social media.
• Low self esteem.
• Internal believe system.
• Fear that causes self protection.
• Obsessive control.
There was lots of helpful tips to consider with each of these things. This wasn’t a book that had a formula for everyone. But it could be useful for you and your situation.
I do recommend this book and found it helpful.
Thank you NETGALLEY and the publisher for this audiobook ARC, in exchange for my honest review. ♥️
March 19, 2021
This book is short and sweet, 96 pages in print, just under two hours in the audiobook that I had the joy to read, if joy can be interpreted as dread inducing..
Being a master of Self Sabotage, it's nearly where my constant mind set and while I know it isn't healthy. It doesn't make it any easier to escape.
This book while a direct confrontation to an unhealthy habit I have, it also felt like it paired with a warm hug. Like a friend working to support you and introduce you to healthy coping mechanisms to replace the ones you already have.
This book is definitely is a introduction with the topic, consumable to most. people. Easy to interpret and apply.
Being a master of Self Sabotage, it's nearly where my constant mind set and while I know it isn't healthy. It doesn't make it any easier to escape.
This book while a direct confrontation to an unhealthy habit I have, it also felt like it paired with a warm hug. Like a friend working to support you and introduce you to healthy coping mechanisms to replace the ones you already have.
This book is definitely is a introduction with the topic, consumable to most. people. Easy to interpret and apply.
January 2, 2023
Um empurrãozinho de amor para começar 2023:
“I had to realize that good things are supposed to be scary sometimes. That life is about feeling things deeply. It’s not always about riding it out, waiting for things to pass, but actually being present in the moment itself.”
“Selina Barker calls these negative voices “the shitty committee”.
AND, MOST IMPORTANTLY...
“Self-compassion is vital, but so is self-determination.”
“I had to realize that good things are supposed to be scary sometimes. That life is about feeling things deeply. It’s not always about riding it out, waiting for things to pass, but actually being present in the moment itself.”
“Selina Barker calls these negative voices “the shitty committee”.
AND, MOST IMPORTANTLY...
“Self-compassion is vital, but so is self-determination.”
February 14, 2022
Sweet and short book about the ways we sabotage our own life be it in interpersonal, creative, professional or any other sort of endeavors. The author defines concepts clearly, using relatable examples, and sprinkling a myriad of quotes from respected authors, specialists or just regular people. She explains the main ways we sabotage and proposes exercises to help us go from a place of self-sabotage to self-worth and confidence.
Recommended for people who feel like they're in a rut, and want actionable steps to recover confidence.
Recommended for people who feel like they're in a rut, and want actionable steps to recover confidence.
February 5, 2021
I received an audiobook version of this book in exchange for my honest review, via Netgalley. Thanks to Netgalley, the publisher and the author. This fact has in no way impacted my review.
Sabotage is an essay style short book following how we are often our own worst saboteur. This essay shares stories of the author's own experiences with self-sabotage and how anxiety plays a massive part in it. Imposter syndrome has also played a massive part in this author's life. While I love self-help books and everything they usually bring, this essay felt too short and a little generic if you ask me. The antidotes were nice, but overall it felt like everything else I've read before on self sabotage.
Sabotage is an essay style short book following how we are often our own worst saboteur. This essay shares stories of the author's own experiences with self-sabotage and how anxiety plays a massive part in it. Imposter syndrome has also played a massive part in this author's life. While I love self-help books and everything they usually bring, this essay felt too short and a little generic if you ask me. The antidotes were nice, but overall it felt like everything else I've read before on self sabotage.
April 9, 2021
Thank you to Andrews McMeel Publishing and NetGalley for my copies in exchange for my honest review.
“…celebrate the little things no matter how small.”
These series of stories and research-based insights are wonderfully packaged in this quick and easy self-help guide. And in true fashion, I procrastinated in reading this book.
I am a HUGE procrastinator and it was comforting to this relatable book. I also enjoyed how Gannon provided TIPS throughout the book and thought-provoking questions to answer.
Discussing topics such as procrastination and imposter syndrome, I related hard to Gannon’s notes on self-promotion and feeling like I haven’t earned a title or specific achievement (I’m currently working on this at work with my boss). I need to learn to promote myself more and boast about my well-earned achievements.
“Stop minimizing achievements.”
This one isn’t an in-depth guide, but as someone who loves short and concise, I thoroughly enjoyed this one.
I listened and read this one. I loved listening to Emma Gannon’s narration, but would recommend either format!
“…celebrate the little things no matter how small.”
These series of stories and research-based insights are wonderfully packaged in this quick and easy self-help guide. And in true fashion, I procrastinated in reading this book.
I am a HUGE procrastinator and it was comforting to this relatable book. I also enjoyed how Gannon provided TIPS throughout the book and thought-provoking questions to answer.
Discussing topics such as procrastination and imposter syndrome, I related hard to Gannon’s notes on self-promotion and feeling like I haven’t earned a title or specific achievement (I’m currently working on this at work with my boss). I need to learn to promote myself more and boast about my well-earned achievements.
“Stop minimizing achievements.”
This one isn’t an in-depth guide, but as someone who loves short and concise, I thoroughly enjoyed this one.
I listened and read this one. I loved listening to Emma Gannon’s narration, but would recommend either format!
October 26, 2020
This was my first Audiobook and I also thought that listening to Audiobooks compared to reading physical and eBooks might be different because as a reader I would never enjoy it as much as I enjoy reading words in lines. But it seems like even Audiobooks have their quality, I enjoy listening to this Audiobook, and not for a second, it felt any different from reading usual books. Emma Gannon's narration was very soothing and she has that encouraging and relaxing voice that made me feel matter to everything that she discussed.
Emma Gannon's 'Sabotage' covers all those aspects that people find themselves holding back; either it's self-criticism, toxic perfectionism, self-worth issues, or being highly self judgemental, the author brilliantly explains their effects and provides tips to deal with it. I see it as a practical guide to get ourselves to deal with the obstacles and problems that we create for us and find ourselves stuck and helpless. The author suggests a few ideas and suggestions remove such hurdles and make our path clear that could lead to a happy and satisfying life.
As my first Audiobook, I see it flawlessly and very helpful. I will highly recommend it to people dealing with self-worth issues and seeking ways to deal with it. Emma Gannon's examples and practical approach can be effectively implemented and above all, must listen to it for her calming voice and soothing narration.
Emma Gannon's 'Sabotage' covers all those aspects that people find themselves holding back; either it's self-criticism, toxic perfectionism, self-worth issues, or being highly self judgemental, the author brilliantly explains their effects and provides tips to deal with it. I see it as a practical guide to get ourselves to deal with the obstacles and problems that we create for us and find ourselves stuck and helpless. The author suggests a few ideas and suggestions remove such hurdles and make our path clear that could lead to a happy and satisfying life.
As my first Audiobook, I see it flawlessly and very helpful. I will highly recommend it to people dealing with self-worth issues and seeking ways to deal with it. Emma Gannon's examples and practical approach can be effectively implemented and above all, must listen to it for her calming voice and soothing narration.
March 4, 2021
I was surprised by this Audio Book. I am not big on Self-Help books. Often times I feel the books focus on the individual being responsible for things that I think are cultural, community, and national problems.
Emma Gannon is the narrator which I really appreciated. I like her voice and the way she speaks. It is obvious she speaks from her own experiences, and is down to earth and does not make grand promises. She does the opposite. Reminds us that it is easy to get in the habit of Self-Sabotage.
I especially liked her emphasis on reminding ourselves that we need to change patterns. Just start simple, when you hear your Inner Critic saying you can’t do this, shouldn’t try that, it’s too hard, you don’t deserve it, with practice you can quiet that down. I good suggestion is if you heard a friend speak like that, what would you say? Probably not the things we say to ourselves. Another great thing she pointed out is accepting friends/family that subtlety cut us down. This is toxic and says should talk to the person about it. Loved that she says, Anne Lamont says Perfectionism will ‘keep you cramped and insane your whole life’. This I do, and it stalls me from starting. I need to paint part of my house, and am actually quite good at it, but the ceiling are higher and so I’ve procrastinated even starting b/c I think it will not be perfect.
Comments on the amount of talk on self care. Yes, we need to take care of ourselves, but often this Self Care is used to convince us we deserve to buy ourselves stuff. Life is difficult and any changes we make are not going to come quick and easy. This is very practical advice. So, notice your accomplishments and achievements, even if small. Build on that. Happiness can be in your life and things may not go exactly as planned, but still things can go right if we get out of our way.
Thank you NetGalley, Emma Gannon, and Andrews McMeel Publishing for a copy of this audio book. I really appreciate this.
Emma Gannon is the narrator which I really appreciated. I like her voice and the way she speaks. It is obvious she speaks from her own experiences, and is down to earth and does not make grand promises. She does the opposite. Reminds us that it is easy to get in the habit of Self-Sabotage.
I especially liked her emphasis on reminding ourselves that we need to change patterns. Just start simple, when you hear your Inner Critic saying you can’t do this, shouldn’t try that, it’s too hard, you don’t deserve it, with practice you can quiet that down. I good suggestion is if you heard a friend speak like that, what would you say? Probably not the things we say to ourselves. Another great thing she pointed out is accepting friends/family that subtlety cut us down. This is toxic and says should talk to the person about it. Loved that she says, Anne Lamont says Perfectionism will ‘keep you cramped and insane your whole life’. This I do, and it stalls me from starting. I need to paint part of my house, and am actually quite good at it, but the ceiling are higher and so I’ve procrastinated even starting b/c I think it will not be perfect.
Comments on the amount of talk on self care. Yes, we need to take care of ourselves, but often this Self Care is used to convince us we deserve to buy ourselves stuff. Life is difficult and any changes we make are not going to come quick and easy. This is very practical advice. So, notice your accomplishments and achievements, even if small. Build on that. Happiness can be in your life and things may not go exactly as planned, but still things can go right if we get out of our way.
Thank you NetGalley, Emma Gannon, and Andrews McMeel Publishing for a copy of this audio book. I really appreciate this.
October 6, 2020
Sabotage is Emma Gannon's pocket-sized (super practical!) expansion on her 2019 article for Elle titled 'The Truth About Self-Sabotage And Why We're Afraid Of Success'. Emma talks about her own experience with navigating her own inner saboteur, giving it a name, and moving through the things you want in life.
I personally love connecting with the Audiobook for any self-care literature, as I feel like I'm sitting down to coffee with my most insightful friend. Emma's narration was no exception; she includes helpful tips for "Slaying Sabotage" as well as her favorite quotations from self-care champions like Brené Brown and Phoebe Waller-Bridge. With the narration being about two hours long, this is the perfect car-ride or errand-running listen! (Though if you really want to go above and beyond, sit down in a quiet space and reflect on Emma's advice!)
One insight that really stood out to me was the concept of the Sunk Cost Fallacy, which I had previously only known as an economic theory. I had never applied it to my own emotional bank, and I can't wait to start being mindful of that in my every day life!
If you enjoy any of Brené Brown's work and Bella Mackie's Jog On, or have ever sat up at night crying about the fact that your pet is going to die one day (guilty!), this is a helpful, quick resource for you! Enjoy!
I personally love connecting with the Audiobook for any self-care literature, as I feel like I'm sitting down to coffee with my most insightful friend. Emma's narration was no exception; she includes helpful tips for "Slaying Sabotage" as well as her favorite quotations from self-care champions like Brené Brown and Phoebe Waller-Bridge. With the narration being about two hours long, this is the perfect car-ride or errand-running listen! (Though if you really want to go above and beyond, sit down in a quiet space and reflect on Emma's advice!)
One insight that really stood out to me was the concept of the Sunk Cost Fallacy, which I had previously only known as an economic theory. I had never applied it to my own emotional bank, and I can't wait to start being mindful of that in my every day life!
If you enjoy any of Brené Brown's work and Bella Mackie's Jog On, or have ever sat up at night crying about the fact that your pet is going to die one day (guilty!), this is a helpful, quick resource for you! Enjoy!
March 13, 2021
This short book was a great introduction to the topic of self-sabotage. It shows how most of the time we are accountable for feeling anxious.
The book held different amazing information and I honestly think that it is beneficial to the reader and helps in knowing more about how we could be sabotaging our own happiness.
It also indicates that every word we say to ourselves can affect our behavior and confidence, and it describes the different shapes and forms self-sabotage can take, such as procrastination, inner critics, and others.
Most importantly, I think that the author did a great job with the simple yet important tips that she provided throughout her book. Those tips could help us stop sabotaging ourselves and boost our confidence to achieve our goals and be successful.
I really enjoyed this book and would highly recommend it.!!
Thanks to NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
The book held different amazing information and I honestly think that it is beneficial to the reader and helps in knowing more about how we could be sabotaging our own happiness.
It also indicates that every word we say to ourselves can affect our behavior and confidence, and it describes the different shapes and forms self-sabotage can take, such as procrastination, inner critics, and others.
Most importantly, I think that the author did a great job with the simple yet important tips that she provided throughout her book. Those tips could help us stop sabotaging ourselves and boost our confidence to achieve our goals and be successful.
I really enjoyed this book and would highly recommend it.!!
Thanks to NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
October 1, 2020
Sabotage by Emma Gannon is a perceptivel look at the destructive tendencies/behaviors most of us have, herself included.
Gannon lists classic self sabotage most of us are guilty of and recognize in ourselves, as well as less noticeable traits we have; procrastination and self-doubt. She really makes you think about the real motive behind your behavior. What triggers you to work against yourself? Is it fear? Is it insecurities? Do you even notice when you are doing it?
Not only does she provide personal examples of her self sabotage, she includes quotes from mental health professionals and others who have recognized their own self sabotage. It was insightful and comforting to know others are going through the same issues within themselves.
Along with examples of self destructive behavior and reasons why, Gannon provides tips to overcome yourself. Tips to recognize your self harm.
Listening to the audiobook really helped to drive her points across to me. It is a short, quick, helpful guide to recognizing and acknowledging yourself. Sabotage is full of insightful information and would definitely recommend it.
**I was gifted this audiobook by Netgalley and Andrews McMeel publishing in exchange for my honest review.
Gannon lists classic self sabotage most of us are guilty of and recognize in ourselves, as well as less noticeable traits we have; procrastination and self-doubt. She really makes you think about the real motive behind your behavior. What triggers you to work against yourself? Is it fear? Is it insecurities? Do you even notice when you are doing it?
Not only does she provide personal examples of her self sabotage, she includes quotes from mental health professionals and others who have recognized their own self sabotage. It was insightful and comforting to know others are going through the same issues within themselves.
Along with examples of self destructive behavior and reasons why, Gannon provides tips to overcome yourself. Tips to recognize your self harm.
Listening to the audiobook really helped to drive her points across to me. It is a short, quick, helpful guide to recognizing and acknowledging yourself. Sabotage is full of insightful information and would definitely recommend it.
**I was gifted this audiobook by Netgalley and Andrews McMeel publishing in exchange for my honest review.
September 21, 2020
3.5☆
Gannon's short book or pamphlet points out some of the toxic traits most of us are guilty of. As she was struggling with those traits herself, her account comes of as real and relatable.
Some of the self-harming vices mentioned are self-sabotage, procrastination, self-doubt, and unfortunately a few more that I myself struggle with and definitely need to work on.
The content was fairly short and wasn't thoroughly explained. So, if read by a person who doesn't have these self harming vices, the book will not be fully understood and might come of as sloppy.
Nevertheless, it's a great starting point for future research in this topic.
I would recommend it to anyone that needs a reminder to be kinder on themselves.
Gannon's short book or pamphlet points out some of the toxic traits most of us are guilty of. As she was struggling with those traits herself, her account comes of as real and relatable.
Some of the self-harming vices mentioned are self-sabotage, procrastination, self-doubt, and unfortunately a few more that I myself struggle with and definitely need to work on.
The content was fairly short and wasn't thoroughly explained. So, if read by a person who doesn't have these self harming vices, the book will not be fully understood and might come of as sloppy.
Nevertheless, it's a great starting point for future research in this topic.
I would recommend it to anyone that needs a reminder to be kinder on themselves.
October 12, 2022
At the beginning of this book I didn’t want to read it, it felt like holding a mirror up to all the parts of me I struggle to work with and accept but as I went on it became less uncomfortable - I realised that a some of my quirks and troubles are completely normal & something I’m not alone in which is reassuring.
I wish there was a little more meat on the bones, it felt a little unfinished but I got what I needed from it. I know I will revisit it & will be sending a copy to a friend I know needs it too.
I wish there was a little more meat on the bones, it felt a little unfinished but I got what I needed from it. I know I will revisit it & will be sending a copy to a friend I know needs it too.
October 9, 2020
You can’t read this book without highlighter. A self-help book on how to silence your inner critic to live a better life and I couldn’t have read it at a better time!
A very short and quick read that’ll make you realise that you are stopping yourself from reaching your full potential by doubting yourself and listening to your inner critic.
I quite enjoyed this and recommend it to anyone who’s looking to get rid of that negative voice that constantly puts you down!
A very short and quick read that’ll make you realise that you are stopping yourself from reaching your full potential by doubting yourself and listening to your inner critic.
I quite enjoyed this and recommend it to anyone who’s looking to get rid of that negative voice that constantly puts you down!
November 16, 2020
I saw a quote from this book on twitter and instantly tracked it down. I am very grateful for this advanced audiobook.
I like a bit of self help. Not so much the woo-woo kind, but practical advice. I suffer from anxiety so I’m always looking for ways to help myself, not just to alleviate the symptoms.
This book is short and to-the-point and excellent on audio. She cites many professional and trustworthy sources and I found the advice at the end very helpful.
I like a bit of self help. Not so much the woo-woo kind, but practical advice. I suffer from anxiety so I’m always looking for ways to help myself, not just to alleviate the symptoms.
This book is short and to-the-point and excellent on audio. She cites many professional and trustworthy sources and I found the advice at the end very helpful.
October 9, 2020
Emma Gannon does it again! This is a great short self-help guide to getting out of your head. Listening to this audiobook felt like a much-needed therapy session. Going into this book I didn’t necessarily think that I self-sabotaged but Emma points out how a quest for perfection can do just that. This book has lots of little takeaways from Gannon’s interviews with psychologists.
October 14, 2020
On the fence with this book, it’s generally really great in that it highlights some of the traits we all have that can hold us back and some good little tips to stop you from doing that, especially how to champion yourself rather than being self critical. Maybe because it’s a short essay I feel like it doesn’t have time to go too deep, a nice quick read though.
November 5, 2020
I recommend that everyone reads or listen this book. This book actually make me take notes and trying to follow them. Everything from how to deal with toxic friends to how to stop procrastinating is covered in this book. I absolutely love this book and I feel that it's quite helpful.
January 12, 2021
What an inspiring read. Loved it. I had first heard about this book from a friend and fortunately, I got the chance to read this via Netgalley. Thank You. It is a very life changing read. Beautifully narrated. I loved how this book touched my soul and helped me.
October 18, 2022
4.5 ⭐️
Ouvi falar desse livro em um dos episódios do podcast “Good Influence” (Gemma Styles). Eu normalmente não passo do primeiro capítulo de um livro de autoajuda, mas por algum motivo gostei bastante desse. Alguns capítulos iluminei quase que inteiros kkkkkk
Ouvi falar desse livro em um dos episódios do podcast “Good Influence” (Gemma Styles). Eu normalmente não passo do primeiro capítulo de um livro de autoajuda, mas por algum motivo gostei bastante desse. Alguns capítulos iluminei quase que inteiros kkkkkk
August 5, 2022
Really nice read, felt like I was being kind to myself by reading this book.
December 28, 2023
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February 12, 2024
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