Self-sabotage does not always manifest itself dramatically. Other times it appears to be procrastination, getting cold feet, or quitting something right at the moment that it begins to succeed. When you are trapped in habits that fail you even though you are aware of it, you are not the only one. The great thing is, you do not need to remain stuck. An NLP certified coach can make it clear to you what is really happening under the surface and imparts permanent change inside out.
What Is Self-Sabotage, Really?
Self-sabotage occurs when you are acting against your goals. Many times you desire one and keep on doing the contrary.
It often shows up as:
- Procrastinating on important tasks
- Talking yourself out of opportunities
- Avoiding decisions or commitment
- Starting strong but losing momentum
- Feeling stuck in “all or nothing” cycles
They are frustrating behaviors, but not random ones. They are typically safeguards, your subconscious trying to protect you against failure, judgment, or uneasiness. The problem? That security may prevent development, achievement, and satisfaction.
Why Willpower Isn’t Enough
Most individuals attempt to overcome self-sabotage through pushing. They resort to discipline, motivation or mindset tricks. These are short term assistance yet they seldom achieve any permanent change. This is because self sabotage does not begin in the conscious mind. It begins in unconscious. So that is where the NLP coaching comes in.
What Is NLP Coaching and How Does It Help?
NLP stands for Neuro-Linguistic Programming. It’s a method that explores how your thoughts, language, and behaviors are connected, and how you can change them to get better results.
As a Certified Master NLP Practitioner and Certified NLP Coach, Christina Steinhoff helps clients recognize and shift the internal patterns that lead to self-sabotage. Her work is grounded in practical tools that make change feel achievable and sustainable.
Here’s how NLP coaching can support you:
Bringing Awareness to Hidden Patterns
Many self-sabotaging behaviors are automatic. NLP coaching helps you slow down and recognize the mental and emotional loops that drive them.
Changing Limiting Beliefs
You may consciously want success, but subconsciously believe you’re not good enough. NLP techniques help reframe these deep-seated beliefs so they no longer run the show.
Creating New Thought Pathways
Through visualization, language shifts, and other tools, NLP builds new mental associations, ones that support your goals instead of blocking them.
The COS Coaching Approach
At The COS Coaching, NLP is just one part of a bigger process. Christina’s signature approach is Clarity, Ownership, and Strategy, it helps clients build both insight and momentum.
Whether you’re navigating a transition, trying to reach the next level in your career, or simply tired of getting in your own way, NLP coaching gives you a structured, supportive space to move forward.
Sessions are tailored, practical, and results-driven, not theoretical. You’ll walk away from each one with tools you can use immediately.
Is NLP Coaching Right for You?
This work is especially helpful if:
- You’re self-aware but still stuck
- You’re tired of repeating the same cycles
- You want to make changes, but something keeps holding you back
You do not need to find solutions to everything yourself. With the right guidance, change is not only possible, it’s easier than you think.
Conclusion
NLP certified coach can be a game changer to you, as long as you are willing to get out of the self-sabotage cycle and finally begin to make significant progress in the process. To arrange a free discovery session with Christina Steinhoff, click here. You will also learn about what is holding you down so that you can begin changing it bit by bit.
