Destructive Repetition

"Make peace with your past so it won't destroy your present."

Paulo Coelho

We believe we know ourselves deeply, but based on our highly creative nature, repetition of lessons come in all forms and differing scenarios. The background has changed, the actors are different, and the script has been altered, but the lesson remains the same. When we heal the past within, these specific challenges no longer trigger us.

Unknowingly, memories dictate our behavior. We are trapped in confusion, illusion, and delusion. We tell ourselves narratives based on previous judgments that reduced our original nature. When we dislodge the untruth, our inner respect, value, and awareness prevent engaging in past scenarios.

We cannot always control the thoughts that bubble up in our mind, but we do have choice as to our response. If we engage, we will relive the destruction. If we observe and let go, our inner health will continue to grow. We have control as to how we react, so hold the self accountable. Stop reliving the past and move forward.