i think the best way to get off of auto pilot is to play some one consistently. Because with random opponents they will not catch on to your gimmicks, but after 3-4 matches they will and that will force you to start thinking about to get around there defense. At least thats what I have been trying to do. Also actively think, its hard, but always watch, I find myself saying block after to get my to verbalize what I see. So if they block I say it, and then I can start thinking about whats next.