When we recognise that we have a habit of replaying old events and reacting to new events as if they were old ones, we can begin to notice when that habit energy comes up. We can then gently remind ourselves that we have another choice. We can look at the moment as it is, a fresh moment, and leave the past for a time when we can look at it compassionately.

– Nhat Thich Hanh from ‘ Fear : Essential Wisdom for getting through the storm’