Its sounds as though you have identified a repeating catalyst, or major life lesson. Identifying such a catalyst is a step in the direction of learning the underlying lesson. If the lesson is truly learned, the repeated, intensifying catalyst will no longer be necessary.
I have identified two major life lessons, but as of yet, have been unable to fully understand them. The associated catalysis have (somewhat surprisingly) lessened in severity, although are still present.
I have identified two major life lessons, but as of yet, have been unable to fully understand them. The associated catalysis have (somewhat surprisingly) lessened in severity, although are still present.