^{In a brief but compelling video, Portia Nelson’s words offers a striking metaphor for the patterns that shape our lives. He likens our daily routines to well-trodden paths—some of which include familiar “holes” we continue to fall into.}

These holes are not just obstacles; they are the ingrained habits and automatic behaviors that quietly undermine our progress. We often revisit them unconsciously, expecting different outcomes, only to find ourselves stuck in the same loop.

Sustainable change, Nelson suggests, doesn’t come from simply navigating around these pitfalls. It requires the willingness to choose an entirely different path. As you reflect on this idea, ask yourself: What habitual “hole” do you keep falling into? And more importantly—are you prepared to walk a new path?