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Pause Blog


The Gifts of Sadness
What if I told you that the way to change the world was to be sad?


On Fear, Love, and Softness
Generally speaking, we can move through the world from one of two places—fear or love.


Remembering What Holds Us (Even in the Chaos)
When our world feels like it’s unraveling...it’s easy to feel isolated and defeated, like we’re pulling alone. But we’re not. We belong...


From Survival Mode to Spacious Awareness: A Mindful Approach to Work Stress
One conscious breath can shift you from survival mode to clarity. Science shows these micro-pauses rewire your brain for better decisions.


The Unexpected Power of Surrender: A Pause Studio Story
When we opened Pause Studio in January 2020, we were full of optimism. We signed a seven-year lease, personally guaranteeing it,...


Awakening to Life's Everyday Miracles
There I was, sitting in an auto repair shop, surrounded by the mundane sounds of mechanics at work and the faint smell of motor oil...


Mindfulness Is Not Self-Improvement
In my years of teaching MBSR, there's a sentiment I've encountered so often that it's become almost predictable...


The Fire Within: Understanding and Harnessing Anger
Anger, at its core, is information. It signals when boundaries are crossed, needs are unmet, or values are threatened...


What is Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)?
In a world that often feels overwhelming, many of us struggle with stress, chronic pain, or a deep longing for emotional balance...


Three Mindful Strategies to Help Your New Year's Resolutions Stick
February has arrived, and for many, today marks the beginning of the end of New Year's resolutions. So long, it's been a great ride......
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