# Uncovering Patterns of Thought

An episode of [The Daily Meditation with Brother Richard](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1861284240), 2 Oct 2026, 12 min.

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In this meditation, we take a deeper look at the patterns of thought that can become so familiar and automatic that we barely notice them. Rather than trying to stop or change our thoughts, we practise observing them: noticing what arises as we prepare to meditate, settle the body and become aware of the breath. By stepping into the role of observer, we can begin to recognise where thoughts, feelings and sensations originate and discover the wisdom contained in our recurring inner patterns. Chapters: 00:00 – Introducing our patterns of thought 00:40 – How do you feel about coming to meditation? 01:40 – Thoughts surrounding the practice 02:35 – What is your practice around the practice? 03:20 – Settling into formal meditation 04:05 – What happens to our thoughts as we sit? 05:00 – Tracing thoughts to their origin 05:50 – Bringing awareness to the breath 06:45 – What do you think about your breathing? 08:00 – Breath and patterns of thought 09:20 – Going deeper into the practice 10:20 – Noticing distraction and frustration 11:30 – Getting to know your meditating self 12:20 – Following thoughts back to their beginning 13:05 – Meditating with the whole being 14:20 – Thoughts, sensations and emotions 15:10 – What is it like to be you here now? 16:00 – Returning from the observer self 16:55 – Resting for three cycles of breath 17:45 – Bringing peace into the day 18:10 – Closing bell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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