Self-Sabotage in High Performers: The Pattern Nobody Sees

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🎙️ Inner Voice Podcast – Episode 434 A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan on Self-Doubt, Authenticity & Peak Performance In this powerful episode of Inner Voice, Dr. Foojan sits down with Dr. Albert Bramante—performance psychologist, mindset expert, talent agent, and author of Rise Above the Script—for a deeply insightful conversation on self-doubt, self-sabotage, authenticity, and peak performance. While this episode speaks directly to actors and performers, its wisdom applies to everyone—leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, parents, salespeople, and anyone navigating pressure, visibility, or fear of judgment. Together, they explore how detachment from outcome, presence, and trusting yourself are essential to confidence and success—on stage, at work, and in everyday life. 🧠 About Dr. Albert Bramante Dr. Albert Bramante holds a Ph.D. in Psychology and has over 20 years of experience working with high performers in entertainment, business, and leadership. His expertise bridges: • Performance psychology • Talent management • NLP & hypnosis • Mindset training • Business & sales psychology His book, Rise Above the Script: Confronting Self-Doubt and Mastering Self-Sabotage for Performing Artists, is rooted in scientific research and practical tools for confidence, presence, and authenticity. 🌐 Learn more: albertbramante.com bramanteartists.com ⏱️ Clickable Episode Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction & episode overview 05:19 – Meet Dr. Albert Bramante 06:57 – Accidental journey into performance psychology 08:41 – 9/11 trauma work & Operation Healing America 10:41 – Founding a talent agency & returning for his Ph.D. 11:44 – Why performers self-sabotage 12:32 – Anxiety, neuroticism & dropped opportunities 13:31 – “See me / don’t see me” inner conflict 14:28 – Why rejection feels personal 16:15 – Reframing rejection as “not needed today” 18:38 – Family pressure & external expectations 20:06 – Focus on the task, not self-attack 21:20 – Auditions as opportunities, not tests 22:06 – Detachment from outcome = better performance 23:04 – Presence, connection & authenticity 24:03 – Why nervous performers stop listening 25:24 – Getting out of your head & into your body 26:01 – Dr. Foojan’s story on presence & speaking 28:06 – Teaching, presenting & letting go of notes 30:07 – Making the script your own 30:50 – Reframing stage fright as excitement 31:48 – Working with fear, not eliminating it 33:22 – Pre-performance self-talk 34:09 – Visualization & mental rehearsal 35:06 – Trusting training & staying human 35:52 – Why mistakes don’t ruin performance 36:26 – Performance psychology for everyday life 38:13 – Inner wisdom, coaching & self-belief 39:02 – Where to find Dr. Albert Bramante 39:23 – Closing reflections 🎯 Key Topics Covered Self-doubt & self-sabotage • Performance anxiety • Detachment from outcome • Authentic presence • Reframing rejection • Visualization • Confidence & emotional grounding • Performance psychology for life 📘 Recommended Reading Rise Above the Script – Dr. Albert Bramante A science-backed, practical guide to mastering self-doubt and performing authentically in all areas of life. 🔔 Subscribe & Share If this episode resonated, share it with someone navigating confidence, visibility, or self-doubt. Subscribe to Inner Voice Podcast for weekly conversations on psychology, self-growth, and emotional wellness. 🔑 SEO Keywords performance psychology, self doubt, self sabotage, stage fright, confidence building, authenticity, mindset coaching, actor psychology, rejection fear, leadership mindset, public speaking anxiety, NLP psychology, emotional presence, Inner Voice podcast, Dr Foojan, Dr Albert Bramante#MentalHealth #Wellness #Relationship #PersonalGrowth #Self-Development