Many of our habit patterns are established through routine interactions with others. Aspects of our character are often formed through observing the behavior of others. These Learned Behaviors influence our personal development just like verbal suggestion and trauma.

Often times, one’s behavior contradicts what they say. If someone says they love us in one moment only to ignore or beat us in the next, they are sending a conflicted message to a young and fertile mind.

Other’s habits rub off on us without our awareness. If someone repeatedly breaks their promise by failing to show up for us, we may be inclined to surround ourselves with flakey people who do not do what they say they will do. This is another way we develop our distorted identity.