The phrase "destructive path" refers to a situation or behavior that causes harm, damages, or destroys something. It describes a course of action that negatively impacts people or things around it. Full definition
It can also send you down a very destructive path. (mindbodygreen.com)
You may have already figured out that your best, least destructive path is via collaborative practice, where you and your spouse work together to ensure your kids and finances survive the divorce. (familydiplomacy.com)
Gifted and mercurial, Zevon's tumultuous life often paralleled the self - destructive paths of other celebrities; and yet» in significant ways» also diverged sharply from them.... (firstthings.com)