Behaviors that have worked to get us past challenges with the least amount of pain are the ones we repeat; even when a part of us knows they no longer work. Such behavior is a natural response from our mental and physical aspects. But because we are spiritual beings as well, we have the ability to rise above habits and patterns to see the truth that lies beyond. And from that moment on, we can make choices that allow us to work directly from that place of truth within us.

Why do I always do this? What is wrong with me? I know better. I've worked on this. I've been in therapy. I understand where this comes from. And I still react the same way. If this is familiar — I want you to stop for a moment before you add one more layer of self-criticism to something that is already painful enough. Because what you're calling overreacting is not evidence that you are broken or dramatic or beyond help. It is evidence that something in you is still prote