This book is a concise framework for the principles of Life Patterns. It explains all the basics in a simple format ideal for student, clients and the general public.

Table of Contents

Topic 1: INTRODUCTION TO LIFE PATTERNS. 3

Questions about Patterns 9

A Life Inventory. 10

The Purpose of Patterns 11

Patterns are Everywhere. 14

Topic 2: STRESS IN LIFE PATTERNS. 17

Emotions & Stress 18

Non-specific vs Specific. 20

Stress & Problem Solving. 21

Topic 3: DEVELOPMENT OF A LIFE PATTERN.. 24

Loss of Automatic Care, Support, Safety, and Boundaries 26

CSSB in Relationships 27

Topic 4: PATTERNS IN LIFE STORIES. 30

Topic 5: CHANGING LIFE PATTERNS. 36

Decisions are power. 36

Sense of Healthy vs unhealthy. 38