Episode 5: The Power of Pausing

About this episode

In this episode, Lisa introduces the power of the pause, emphasizing its role in creating conscious choices and reclaiming personal power.

Series: BE the Effect — Step 2: The Pause We move quickly. We react automatically. We fill silence without realising we’re doing it. In this episode, Lisa introduces the power of the pause — the small, intentional space that interrupts autopilot and creates room for conscious choice. This isn’t about becoming slow or passive. It’s about becoming aware. Because when you pause, you reclaim your power. Keywords: respond instead of react emotional regulation tools &...

People in this episode

Host: Lisa Barnard

Topics covered

• pause
• conscious choice
• emotional regulation
• self-awareness
• autopilot

Keywords

• pause
• emotional regulation
• conscious choice
• self-awareness
• autopilot

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