Making the same mistake over and over again

I think most of the time people don't realise their own behavioural patterns, falling into a spiral, or a loop if you'd like.
Most of us can't disassociate and observe our own actions.
Changing one's approach is a hard thing to do.
Especially in a capitalist society where being mechanic and repetitive is promoted and being critical and unique is discouraged.
Even when creativity and thinking out of the box are promoted, it's within certain boundaries.