Opening the Door to Equanimity Between every action and reaction is an interaction. Sometimes that interaction is with another – a loved one, a stranger or a pet.
The Fullness of JoyThe above photo is a pair of cornhole boards that I made for my mom's 65th birthday last July. I love art...
Mindful Eating: Intimacy, Connection and NourishmentEating is so basic to the human experience. It is something we need to do everyday.
Simplicity and Clarity in the New YearIf we take cues from nature, the guidance is clear. Winter is a time to go inside and simplify.
On Being PresentThere’s an old story about asking yourself how to get to the next town and, after mulling a bit, you decide, “You know...
Uplifting the HeartGratitude is a way of moving through the world. It is a way of saying yes, to the full spectrum of life experience, with an open heart.
World Kindness DayDear Pause Community, We wanted to share one of our favorite poems about kindness with you today, on World Kindness Day. Thanks for being
Meet Pause's New Community Manager!It is with tremendous joy that we introduce you to Nicole Rush, the new Community Manager with Pause!
Fall Wisdom ~ Guided MeditationDear friends, We're pausing to send you some ease, warmth, and perhaps a little joy on this fall Sunday afternoon. 🙏
New Teacher! Meet Nathan BaptisteWe're so grateful and excited to welcome Nathan Baptiste into the Pause teacher fold!
Pause Studio Reopening UpdateWe are poised and ready to shape Pause moving forward in a way that will best serve you all.
Would you love to join the Pause team?! 🙌At Pause, our mission is to help people become mindful leaders in their personal lives, workplaces, and communities. Our modern world is...
Pause at Pioneer Square! Free OUTDOOR Classes in July & August 🙌Pause, relax, and enjoy FREE outdoor classes under a canopy at Pioneer Square in downtown PDX!
Free Classes in May ~ Mental Health Awareness MonthIn celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month, throughout May Pause is making 2-3 regular weekly classes FREE for the community +...
Heart to Heart BIPOC Community Talks Dear community, As we continue to understand our role in anti-racism work (within ourselves and through Pause), we're learning how...
Mental Health Awareness MonthHi friends, If you’re reading this right now, you've likely fallen apart this past year. Perhaps on more than one occasion. You might...
Spring Greetings + Video 🌷 Hello dear friends, This past Sunday morning, we were sitting outside appreciating the warmth, energy, and glorious soundtrack of spring...
This Great Pull In UsEveryone you see, you say to them, Love me. Of course you do not do this out loud; Otherwise, Someone would call the cops. Still though,...
Observe how endings become beginnings 🌱Amidst the worldly comings and goings, observe how endings become beginnings. ~ Tao Te Ching ~~~~~~ Dear community, As this year's ending...
An Anti-racism Message from Pause's CofoundersUntil the spring of 2020, anti-racism work was not a priority for ourselves or our organization. It’s painful to admit this, but it’s true
Peace in oneself, peace in the world 💛 One of our wonderful members shared this sweet photo of her kitty who has made it a regular practice to join her daily meditations.
SolidarityOur mission with Pause is to help people find a greater sense of peace. The raw and deep truth is that none of us can find peace with the en
Welcome to the New Pause StudioWe moved Pause into a beautiful new studio on November 16, 2019. We are beyond excited for this transition!