Never Last

I have known myself my whole life but I feel that I find out something new everyday. Don't get me wrong, I am steadfast in my character and integrity, but I realise that sometimes I get in a rut or in a bubble and don't know it. I am tired of it. History repeats itself over and over again and I feel I am on the apex just before a fall. Well I am not going to let it happen..not without a fight. In a situation as this what other tactic can I use but to be directly contrary (in moderation?) to what is instinctive. It is a slippery slope I am sure but it has to start somewhere.