Do what I did/doing.
Don't practice the pattern. Practice each individual maneuver first until you have confidence in them.
Eventually, you can combine the maneuvers.
Keep in mind, if you screw up, end where you are, do a few laps to calm down, then, if you choose, you can get back into the pattern, or not.
I can do some individual maneuvers but I cannot do a complete pattern yet. I don't fly enough and I'm in no hurry. Plus, you really have to have the interest.
BTW. You can also view them as "pattern manures."
Scare the crap out of you.
Funny! The "Jet" giving advice on flying.
CB