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“I always have strong urges to sabotage myself. Whenever someone says they like something about my music, I tend to not want to do that anymore. It's not even that I don't like it anymore: it's that I keep trying to find ways for people to dislike me.” quote by Mitski
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“I always have strong urges to sabotage myself. Whenever someone says they like something about my music, I tend to not want to do that anymore. It's not even that I don't like it anymore: it's that I keep trying to find ways for people to dislike me.”

Mitski

About This Quote

Source Interview: Music magazine, 2020

Self‑sabotage stems from fear of success and desire for validation through others' disappointment.

In simple terms: Fear of being liked leads to self‑destruction.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and break the sabotage cycle.

Themes

self‑esteem psychology creativity fear of success

Mood

introspective anxious

Type

psychological motivational

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • creative journaling
  • support groups
  • mindfulness practice

Key Concepts

self‑sabotage validation artist anxiety

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your self‑sabotage?
  • How can you reframe praise?
A Different Perspective

Changing mindset may be difficult without external support.

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