Episode 54: Pattern Interruption: A Shovel to Get Unstuck

Episode Title: Pattern Interruption: A Shovel to Get Unstuck Do you ever feel like your mind is running in circles—caught in the same cycle of negative thinking, with no way out? You’re not alone. In this episode of Running to Myself, Trisha Stanton shares a powerful tool for moments like these: pattern interruption. Pattern interruption is like grabbing a shovel when you’re buried in the muck. It doesn’t make the entire problem disappear, but it breaks the cycle, creates space to breathe, and helps you reconnect with hope. Through a personal story about ironing and reorganizing during one of life’s storms, Trisha shows how small, ordinary actions can interrupt destructive thought loops and bring surprising relief. You’ll hear both the science and the soul of why this tool works—and how to apply it when you feel stuck. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why your brain gets trapped in repetitive negative thought patterns How small actions can act as powerful reset buttons Practical examples of pattern interruption you can try right away A simple exercise—“In a perfect world…”—to shift your perspective and spark new possibilities How creating distance from a problem opens the door to clarity and your next right step Key Takeaway You don’t have to untangle the whole knot at once. Interrupting the pattern gives you the breathing room you need to move forward—one small scoop at a time. If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or consumed by a problem you can’t solve, this episode is for you.