Individual struggles often share a root cause. Research by van der Kolk shows the overeating at night, stress eating, weekend excess—these might all be manifestations of one underlying pattern. Finding that pattern changes everything: instead of fighting ten battles, you address one source. Symptoms are plural; causes are often singular. Name the pattern and you can begin to change it.
This companion covers common patterns, how to find yours, naming it, and what comes next. (4 min read)