Have you ever found yourself stuck in the same cycle over and over again—whether it’s relationships, work struggles, or self-sabotaging habits? You tell yourself, This time will be different, only to realise you’ve ended up in the same situation, just with a different face or setting.
It’s frustrating. It’s exhausting. And it can feel like the universe is playing some kind of cruel joke on you.
But here’s the truth: it’s not bad luck—it’s a pattern. And patterns can be broken.
Why We Keep Repeating the Same Patterns
Patterns don’t just appear out of nowhere. They are deeply wired into our subconscious mind, often stemming from our early experiences, beliefs, and unhealed wounds.
Here’s why they keep showing up:
- Your Subconscious Seeks Familiarity
The subconscious mind is wired for survival, not happiness. It doesn’t care if a pattern is healthy or destructive—it only cares if it’s familiar. This is why people who grew up in chaotic households may unconsciously find themselves drawn to chaotic relationships. Or why someone who was never truly seen as a child might keep choosing partners or friendships where they feel invisible.
We don’t do this on purpose. But our subconscious keeps leading us back to what it knows – because in its eyes, familiar equals safe.
- Unresolved Wounds Keep Playing Out
If there’s a wound that hasn’t been healed, life will keep bringing you situations that trigger it. Not to punish you, but to show you what still needs your attention.
For example, if you have a deep fear of abandonment, you may keep attracting emotionally unavailable people. Not because you’re doomed to be rejected, but because your subconscious is trying to recreate the wound in hopes of finally healing it.
- Core Beliefs Shape Your Reality
What we believe at a deep level shapes the experiences we attract. If you hold a belief like:
- I’m not worthy of love, you may subconsciously choose partners who don’t prioritise you.
- Money is hard to come by, you may keep struggling financially no matter how hard you work.
- People can’t be trusted, you may find yourself in friendships or workplaces where you always feel betrayed.
Our beliefs act like a filter, influencing the choices we make and the energy we put out into the world.
How to Break Free from These Cycles
The good news? Patterns are not life sentences. They are simply subconscious programming—and programming can be rewritten. Here’s how to start shifting them:
- Identify the Pattern
Before you can change a pattern, you have to see it clearly. Take a step back and ask yourself:
- What situations or relationships have I repeated in my life?
- What do these experiences have in common?
- What emotions do they bring up?
Look beyond the surface details and find the core theme. Is it rejection? Feeling unworthy? Being taken advantage of? Once you spot the pattern, you’ve already taken the first step toward breaking it.
- Trace It Back to the Root
Most patterns stem from early life experiences. Ask yourself:
- When did I first feel this way?
- What messages did I receive about myself from family, society, or past relationships?
- Is this belief actually mine, or did I inherit it from someone else?
Understanding where the pattern started helps you detach from it. You realise it’s not who you are—it’s just conditioning.
- Rewire Your Beliefs
Once you know the belief keeping you stuck, you can start replacing it with a healthier one.
- If you’ve always believed I’m not enough, start affirming I am worthy exactly as I am.
- If you’ve believed Love always leads to pain, remind yourself Healthy love is safe and nurturing.
This isn’t just about “thinking positive.” It’s about rewiring your subconscious—through repetition, self-awareness, and healing practices.
- Choose Differently
Awareness alone isn’t enough—you have to take action. Start making choices that reflect your new belief system, even if it feels uncomfortable at first.
- If you’re used to people-pleasing, try setting a boundary.
- If you always attract emotionally unavailable people, start saying no to them—and yes to those who show up fully.
- If you struggle with self-worth, practice treating yourself the way you wish others would treat you.
Growth happens when you step out of the familiar and into the unknown.
- Heal on a Deeper Level
Sometimes, patterns are deeply embedded in the body and nervous system, not just the mind. Energy healing, inner child work, and somatic practices can help release stored trauma, making it easier to step into new patterns.
You don’t have to do this alone. Support from a holistic therapist (like me!) can help you process the emotions and energy keeping you stuck, so you can truly break free.
You Are Not Stuck—You Are Learning
If you’ve been beating yourself up for falling into the same cycle, take a deep breath. You are not failing—you are learning. Every time a pattern shows up, it’s an opportunity to do something different.
So next time life presents you with the same old situation, pause. Instead of reacting the way you always have, ask yourself:
“What would my healed self do?”
And then, choose accordingly.
This is how you rewrite your story. This is how you step into the life you truly deserve.
Are you ready to break free from old patterns? Let’s connect—I’d love to guide you on your healing journey.