To stop momentarily.
To give pause.
To take a break.
To emphasize a meaning.
To hesitate.
To dwell or linger.
To rest.
There is so much value in each of these meanings. Yet, many see pausing as a sign of weakness, while we see it as a sign of wisdom, strategy, and strength.
Pausing is a skill that everyone needs to develop for not just being successful at work but for living a satisfying, fulfilling life. We’ve all experienced the consequences of not taking a pause – unintended impact on someone, errors, and sickness, just to name a few. Research shows that we are on autopilot much of our day, so not taking a short breath and not taking time to consider the impact of our words, or actions, and internal experience is far more impactful than most consider it to be.
As you go about your day see where you can incorporate a pause and you too will discover its value.
We’d love to hear how it goes.
