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Fresh perspective.
For everyday life.
Reflections on mindfulness, resilience, and being human. Ideas to consider and practices to try in the life you are already living.


An Anti-racism Message from Pause's Cofounders
Until 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
Ryan Kenny and Rena Satre Meloy
Nov 8, 20202 min read


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.
Pause Meditation
Oct 10, 20202 min read


Solidarity
Our 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
Pause Meditation
Jun 14, 20203 min read


Welcome to the New Pause Studio
We moved Pause into a beautiful new studio on November 16, 2019. We are beyond excited for this transition!
Ryan Kenny and Rena Satre Meloy
Nov 17, 20192 min read


Exciting news – we're moving!!!
We have BIG news...we're moving Pause into a beautiful new studio!!! We're beyond excited for this transition and are getting the ne
Rena Satre Meloy
Nov 5, 20193 min read


Investing Wholeheartedly in Your Practice
A little while back, I was struck by something a teacher said during a meditation retreat: “Your commitment to your practice is measured by
Rena Satre Meloy
Sep 17, 20194 min read


Outdoor Meditation: Let the Sunshine In
Summer is an exceptional time of year. Check out these five simple tips to soak in the abundance of summer by taking your meditation practic
Rena Satre Meloy
Jun 21, 201910 min read


Let's Talk About Mental Health
You're more likely to have a mental illness than you are to get the flu in any given year, but which topic of conversation is most commo
Ryan Kenny
May 14, 20195 min read


Balancing Our Feminine and Masculine Energy
Enjoy this nourishing practice that guides you out of doing mode and into BEING. Plus, learn 8 mindful tips to cultivate your feminine energ

Rena Satre Meloy
Apr 23, 20196 min read


And I Say To My Heart: Rave On
The past 6 years have been magical. And they’ve also been some of the scariest in my life. I’d never had a partner that I was so afraid to l
Rena Satre Meloy
Feb 15, 20195 min read


6 Mindful Holiday Hacks for Less Grinch, More Joy
Practice these simple mindfulness tips to help you calm your mind, reset your nervous system, and bring your best self into this holiday sea
Rena Satre Meloy
Dec 12, 20184 min read


Mindful Moment for Stress Relief
This week, practice training your mind and releasing stress through this simple listening activity.
Ryan Kenny
Nov 11, 20182 min read


Leap
Oh, hello leaves. How friendly you are, as you chatter beneath my soles. Gathered on these sidewalk squares, you bump orange shoulders gleef
Pause Meditation
Nov 10, 20183 min read


Short moments, many times.
There I was in the kitchen yesterday morning, whipping up some good ole' fashioned oatmeal and apples for Ryan and myself. Well, technic
Rena Satre Meloy
Aug 17, 20184 min read


Mind the trap of self-improvement.
Apparently, I needed this reminder yesterday. I work part-time at a mental health hospital here in Portland...
Ryan Kenny
Jun 20, 20183 min read


Stuck Waiting? Try These 7 Mindful Tips to Get Unstuck
When we find ourselves waiting unexpectedly, it's easy to get grumpy and impatient. Humph. The good news is, this "waiting" ti

Rena Satre Meloy
Apr 26, 20188 min read


Begin Again
Whether your resolutions are cruising right along or rapidly growing stale, this simple tip can free you from stuck-ness and open up a world
Rena Satre Meloy
Jan 23, 20185 min read


Choosing Gratitude
What we choose to focus our attention on is powerful and shapes the world we see and experience.
Ryan Kenny and Rena Satre Meloy
Nov 28, 20175 min read


The Gates of Hope
Meditation gives us hope. It shows us that our crazed emotions and neurotic patterns of thought are not hopeless. In fact, quite the opposit
Ryan Kenny
Sep 1, 20172 min read


Meditation for Spaciousness
As scarce as space may seem, it actually does exist. In abundance. It's everywhere. We just need to be intentional about finding it or c
Ryan Kenny
Aug 18, 20172 min read
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