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.

Brief, succinct and to the point. This was a great gentle introduction to the concept of self sabotage, how to recognise it and how to avoid it.

I enjoyed that Emma gave some of her own real life examples and also gave quite specific tips and tricks to help avoid the normal pitfalls.

The audio for this was nicely paced and I found it the perfect length for the subject matter.

I have been feeling like I'm sabotaging my successes at school and work for a couple of years now, and this brilliant little book couldn't have been more timely.

Sabotage is the perfect eye-opener for anyone who, like me, struggles with self-sabotage, procrastination and self-doubt. Although this audiobook is really short at less than two hours, it is surprisingly exhaustive in presentng all the relevant information on WHY and HOW we work against ourselves, even though we know what the right sction would be. It scared me to listen to so much truth that I've been hiding from myself, so even though it was difficult for me to learn some of it, it served as a much needed eye-opener.

The experienced was enhanced by a really good narrator, who made all the new inforation digestible. I think audiobook was definitely the right choice for getting this book.

On the other hand, the one thing I would have loved more of is solid advice on how to stop self-sabotaging. Even though it was an included section in Gannon's book, I could have used more tips and more encouragement..

*Thank you to the Publisher for a free advance copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review,

I listened to this and found it very interesting. The author was the narrator and her voice was easy to listen to. The information was not ground breaking but it was common sense but delivered in a way that for me, made me listen more deeply and understand it. The fact that the author was relating this to her own life made it much more appealing and relatable as well and it is not 15 hours long so can be listened to easily. I am in the process of listening to it again and have started taking notes and will start putting some of the ideas into practice as I am a serial sabotager of myself.
Thank you to NetGalley, the author and publisher for a copy of this eARC in exchange for an honest review

Sabotage by Emma Gannon does a nice job of identifying a somewhat universal problem, giving relatable examples of how sabotaging behaviors hinder our happiness and ability to achieve our maximum potential.

I listened to this book on audio and delighted in her narration. The book moves quickly and includes practical tips and instruction on how to slay self-sabotage at the end of each chapter. These tips would make for great bonus content to accompany the audio narration.

While many of the concepts were not new to me, Gannon used some language and examples which prompted me think differently. Gannon relies heavily on the opinions and thinking of other self-help experts, and even invokes sage advice given to her by her BFF. I admired how she shared the ways she has stood in the way of her own success, along with ways she has worked herself out of self-limiting behaviors.

Thank you to NetGalley for the advanced audio of Sabotage in exchange for my candid, three-out-of-five-star review.

Sabotage has good information in it especially for newbies researching self-sabotage. Unfortunately, I've read so much on the topic due to my own issues with the topic that I didn't find much information that was new to me. Still, I think the book will be great for those people who are dealing with self-sabotage but have no idea where to begin to help themselves. Even though I knew about most of the information contained in this book, it is always good to have reminders.
The book had a nice, organized layout of the information and if you choose to listen to the audiobook as I did, you'll likely find the author/narrator's voice to be pleasant. This is great since it doesn't distract the reader from the information. I
I'm giving this book 3 stars because I didn't really learn anything new, but as I said I recommend it to people who are new to searching for information on how to counteract their self-sabotaging ways.

Short and sweet along with to the point. There is nothing brand new but I did like how she didn't draw it all out It just made you think a bit about how you are doing with your life- and what you do and what you could and should change.

It has tips and insights that I think everyone would find useful, it wasn't preachy which I really liked compared to self-help books. She also touched on self-care and over doing it to not be doing things you should do. Using fear for good. Getting out of our heads for us anxiety peps as well. Also, toxic friendships and relationships. Overall, I nice pep talk!

Thank you NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for Sabotage.

I listened to this in one sitting and will no doubt be listening to it again soon (but not as a form of procrastication!) There are so many truths developed and highlighted that made sense to me (so many aha moments). It's no exageration for me to say that I feel a different person for listening to this book. Unravelling the bad side of sabotage in all its complexities, Gannon also looks at the productive side of it and mentions the need to strike a balance between self-worth and self-care for the sake of creativity. A beautiful book with a brave message for all of us who get in the way of our potential for a satisfying and productive life. Thank you Emma Gannon!

“Sabotage” by Emma Gannon is about how to get out of your own way in order to make your dreams come true.

Want to be an author, but can’t seem to start writing?
Want to start a business, but still working your dead-end job?
Want to read more books, but keep scrolling social media instead?

(You get the picture).

In this super-short book, you’ll learn Emma’s definition of self-sabotage, and various ways she’s gotten in her own way.

Pulling from her own experience, various thought leaders and her online followers, she also teaches us how to stop:
--letting our inner ADHD selves distract us from obtaining our goals
--procrastinating and putting off the inevitable
--pre-empting rejection (e.g., quitting a job before being fired)

Emma also helps us look at our inner conflicts that keep us from making things happen.

If you’re really big in self-help books, there’s no new a-ha content. That said, it does combine a lot of useful advice from other well-known speakers and authors. You might recognize some of these notable names featured in “Sabotage”: Seth Godin (“This is Marketing”); Elizabeth Gilbert (“Big Magic”); Marie Forleo (“Everything is Figureoutable”); Nora Ephron (“I Feel Bad About My Neck”); Daisy Buchanan (“How to be a Grownup”); Nir Eyal (“Hooked”); Paulette Perhach (“A Story of a Fuck Off Fund”); Ann Friedman (“Big Friendship”); Dr. Margaret Paul (“Inner Bonding”); Gay Hendricks (“The Big Leap”); and Dani Shapiro (“Inheritance”). She also mentions guidance from clinical therapists like Dr. Soph and Judy Ho, and the philosopher Alain De Botton.

Emma narrates her own books, which I appreciate. The audio book was easy to follow and understand, and the print book has a great layout. If you listen along, just make sure you bump up the speed a notch or two.


Special thanks to NetGalley, Emma Gannon and Andrews McMeel Publishing for an electronic copy of the ebook and audiobook in exchange for my honest opinion.

Loved the narration, well written and laid out. Not your typical tell you how to live your life better self help book. Very valuable embrace the suck and use that to move on mentality. Really resonated with me. Not too long either which I really appreciated. Some of these self help books can be redic. Not this one. And the narrators voice was soothing and perfect. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

I was really excited to listen to the audiobook of Emma Gannon’s latest non-fiction work, Sabotage. Thanks, NetGalley! This is a great book for anyone who needs some help to stop sabotaging themselves and elevate themselves, or their work in any way. It’s a pocket guide to improving how you think about yourself in such an algorithm driven world where it’s so easy to compare and have negative thoughts about yourself and your work.
I have read Emma’s first essay on this topic which was published by The Pound Project and also took her SkillShare class earlier this year. This longer book didn’t necessarily teach me any new things, so if you’re like me and have read Emma’s work around this subject already, it may not be too beneficial. However, if you’re new to it then I’d recommend! The audiobook is less than 2 hours long and contains anecdotes, explanations of types of self-sabotage and tips to help overcome or retrain your brain from sabotage. It’s handy and perfect particularly for freelancers or those who work in the creative industries, in my opinion.

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. ♥️

This is a short mind therapy book which looks into what self-sabotage is and how we can overcome it. I found this book very interesting and helpful and I will put into practice the tools that the author has provided.

I listened to the audiobook version of this title and I really enjoyed the narrator and the way she explained everything so clearly and patiently. The book was easy to listen to in the netgalley app.

Many thanks to the author, publisher and netgalley for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

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.

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.

Amazing audiobook!
I want a physical copy, now. I want to kiss it. 🥺🤍
This book was very helpful. enlightening. affirmative.
A month ago I felt that I was sabotaging my life with some certain actions but I wasn't sure. Imagine my surprise to see this book included in the Netgalley library.
Now I know I was/still actuly self sabotaging and I'm at ease a bit to have such hepful tips to get me through my shady sabotagy behavior.
Thanks Emma Gannon. Thanks Netgalley

I received a free copy of this audiobook from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I really enjoyed this book. It's only short, but the content is relatable; funny, but still offering useful advice on overcoming self-sabotage.

Initially, I was concerned that the book would be a bit wishy-washy due to how short it is, but I was pleased with how much the author actually managed to include in a concise way. There was no fluff or filler, just good content.

I would definitely recommend this book for anyone who struggles with self-sabotage and wants to break the cycle.

Sabotage, How to Get Out of Your Own Wayby Emma Gannon
Narrated by Emma Gannon
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Audio, Andrews McMeel Publishing
Genre: Self-Help

This is the book I needed today (& will need again tomorrow). I know I struggle with self-sabotage and I have even identified my triggers and the behaviors that I use to sabotage myself with, but had not gotten to the root of WHY.

Listening to this audiobook had helped me look at the 'why' a little differently. I will definitely be re-listening to this book, as well as reading the physical book because I want to take notes and develop a plan to help me stop with the sabotaging behavior.

This is a quick read with so much information. I recommend this to anyone struggling with sabotaging behaviors. There is so much great insight that it is a must have for everyone!

I'm so grateful to Emma Gannon, Andrews McMeel Publishing, and NetGalley for providing me with a free copy of this ARC audiobook in exchange for my honest review.

When I found out that Emma's book was going to be pocket-sized I'll admit my shoulders sank: would this book lack the depth I was desperate for? Thankfully, all my concerns were rapidly abated. Sabotage is a sharp, supportive rumination on the practice of self-sabotage and how to combat it. Emma is extremely honest about her own experiences, although the text is never self-absorbed or pithy. Instead, the advice Emma offers is widely applicable, well evidenced and immediately actionable. The clever layout of the book - prose broken up with useful lists of questions, quotes from experts and headline tips - means it will be easy to return to whenever you catch yourself wobbling.