Is Your Saboteur or Sage Running the Show?

Have you ever been in a meeting when you were tired, stressed, and suddenly someone asked you a question that sent you into a tailspin of confusion and overwhelm?

I have. Twice this week alone. (And it’s only Wednesday.)

You know what I learned? I have a pattern. Yep, it’s all on me. And that’s actually good news.

However, my Ego doesn’t like to hear this—it would rather complain, shame, and keep me stuck in self-doubt.

My Task Master isn’t thrilled either—it just wants me to push harder, work longer, and listen to the never-ending voices of hurry, worry, and "not enough."

And my Inner Child? Well, it just wants to run away, take a nap, and eat bon-bons.

Each of these parts—my Ego, my Task Master, and my Inner Child—are just trying to protect me in their own way. But instead of guiding me forward, they keep me stuck in stress, self-doubt, and avoidance. They are all voices of my Inner Saboteur, pulling me into the reactive, overwhelmed state of Brain 2.0.

But there’s another voice—the voice of my Inner Sage.

Tuesday night, after nearly spiraling into a meeting meltdown, I decided to shut everything down and give myself the rest I needed. The next morning, I woke up feeling different—calmer, clearer. My Inner Sage reminded me that I actually do have a framework for navigating confusion and overwhelm. It’s just that, in the stress of the moment, I forgot.

From this more relaxed, open, and generative Brain 3.0 state, I clearly saw my next two action steps. I jumped out of bed with purpose, a clear mission, and a renewed sense of ease. The day flowed effortlessly, and my work felt enjoyable.

These challenging moments provided the perfect reminder of how my Saboteur lives in Brain 2.0—entangling me in thoughts like "I have to pick the perfect next step," "I don’t know how," or "I shouldn’t be doing this."

But with rest and self-care, I could hear my Inner Sage—the voice of Brain 3.0—offering clarity, alignment, and energy. This path is easier. It’s more fulfilling. It’s more joyful. And it’s the path I want to remember to practice.

So, what about you?

Do you want to let go of stress and anxiety? Transform challenges into opportunities? Cultivate the wisdom of your Inner Sage?

Let’s connect. I offer trainings and 1-on-1 coaching to help you navigate this shift.