Sense the presence of your inner saboteur. You’ll notice an internal conflict about taking a certain direction and feel a pull to not do what you think is the best thing to do. You’ll also notice that you’re rationalizing this pull. b. Name it. You might say something such as “Self-sabotage is here.” c. Name its three key elements and attune to each one: The neglected child: what basic feelings are arising; what primary/core needs are present.