How long do we reflect, assuming we build a practice, a deliberate ritual setting aside time for reflection?

I struggle to build a consistent practice. Reflection triggers in me whenever something unexpected happens. More often than not, something of dislike, unpleasant and painful. The period following immediately after presents a potent and fertile ground for significant and potentially life-altering decisions. It’s a period when I come face to face with myself and have a heart-to-heart conversation. That’s when I am most intimate with myself, full of self-love and kindness. That’s why the decisions made during this time have influenced my life significantly.

But the question is, how long does this period of reflection last?

After some time, things get back to normal, and that shiny “new” becomes mundane until something unexpected happens, again. The circle completes.

Still pondering on the life span of reflection.

Take care, and take care of each other.