How to break old patterns that you are stuck in: Therapist shares a guide

From mindful practices to surrounding ourselves with healthy people, here are a few ways to break old patterns.

Published on: Apr 19, 2024 6:00 AM IST

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Old behavioural patterns develop over a period of time when we are exposed to certain things. "Clinging to old patterns can make it difficult to adapt to new circumstances and challenges. Old patterns develop through a combination of factors including past experiences, learned behaviors, societal influences, and neurological processes," wrote Therapist Israa Nasir. Here are a few tips on how we can break old patterns. (Unsplash)

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Sometimes our behavioural patterns and our decisions are based on the kind of cultural influences and peer pressure we have had. The best way to combat this is by cultivating a sense of authenticity by letting our values guide our actions.  (Unsplash)

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Past experiences can shape our beliefs and patterns. We can help ourselves by creating new happy memories in the same old places to replace traumatic experiences.  (Freepik)

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Practicing mindfulness, cognitive behavioural therapy and meditation can help us to promote neuroplasticity and rewiring of the brain.  (Unsplash)

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Observation and imitation are important influences in the way we develop our patterns. We should learn to surround ourselves with healthy people to imbibe their bheavioural patterns in us. (Unsplash)