Ever felt like life’s moving too fast to catch your breath? In this deeply honest episode, Heather shares how taking a complete break from “doing” transformed her energy, creativity, and inner dialogue. You’ll hear what really happens when you stop forcing progress — and how the words you use can become the gateway to alignment, clarity, and calm.

It’s not just about mindset; it’s about linguistics, energy, and the unconscious power of how you talk to yourself.

This is your permission to pause.

What’s Inside:

• The surprising truth about overdoing and emotional avoidance
• How to hear your own voice again after burnout
• Why words carry the energy that shapes your entire experience
• Three big lessons about slowing down with intention
• A personal “Power Pause” challenge you can try this week
• A calm invitation to join The Power Pause Weekend — a two-part online retreat that’ll help you reset completely

Chapters:

• 00:04 - The Power of Pausing
• 01:18 - Finding Clarity Through Pause
• 02:48 - The Power of Words
• 03:38 - Key Lessons on Personal Empowerment
• 05:34 - Introducing the Power Pause Weekend
• 06:25 - Preparing for a New Season

The Details:

Life can feel like a never-ending race, can’t it? But what if I told you that sometimes the best way to move forward is to pause? This week, we’re diving headfirst into the concept of the Power Pause – yes, that’s right, I said ‘pause’, not ‘push’!

I recently took a much-needed break, and it opened my eyes to how essential it is to step back and realign our thoughts and energy. When I stopped, I discovered that ‘overdoing’ often masquerades as productivity, and boy, did I have a lot of that going on!

In this episode, I share my journey of how the simple act of slowing down allowed me to reconnect with my inner voice. I talk about the shifts in language that can transform our mindset from survival mode to thriving mode. How about ditching ‘I have to’ for ‘I get to’? It’s a small shift that can make a world of difference!

We’ll also explore how aligning our language with our intentions can enhance not just our personal lives but our professional ones too.

So, if you’re feeling burnt out or just plain overwhelmed, let’s embark on this Power Pause journey together and rediscover what truly matters. Trust me, the clarity you gain will be worth every minute of that pause!

Three Core Lessons:

1. Overdoing is avoidance. Constant doing numbs your intuition and blocks flow.
2. Words carry energy. Swap “I have to” for “I choose to” and feel your body shift.
3. Slow is strategic. Align your energy first; results follow naturally.

Pause Challenge:

Choose an evening — or a full day — and step away from noise, screens, and to‑do lists. Sit in the silence and listen to the language of your self‑talk. Then swap one pressuring phrase for a kinder one. Your nervous system will thank you.

The Invitation:

If you loved this episode, join Heather for The Power Pause Weekend — a two‑part online experience designed to help you rest, reflect, and realign before stepping into your next creative season.

Reserve your space at ChoosingHappy.space/powerpause

Memorable Moments:

• “The pause didn’t slow me down—it recalibrated my power.”
• “Productivity can be the neatest disguise for overwhelm.”
• “Your unconscious mind is always eavesdropping.”
• “Slow is the new strategic.”
• “Stop forcing clarity. Start creating space for it.”

Perfect For:

• Coaches and creators on the edge of burnout
• Anyone craving calm and clarity in a fast‑moving world
• Listeners ready to reconnect to their energy and purpose
• Those learning to use language as a catalyst for joy

The Permission You’ve Been Waiting For:

You don’t need to earn your rest.

Slowing down isn’t failure — it’s leadership.

Connect & Share:

Share this episode with someone who needs permission to rest.

Tag @ChoosingHappyPodcast with the words “I’m choosing my pause.”

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