The Power of the Pause
You don't always have to respond in the moment.
Creating space between an emotional trigger and your response can change a conversation — and how you feel afterward.
STEP 1
Recognize.
STEP 2
Pause.
STEP 3
Reflect.
STEP 4
Understand.
STEP 5
Respond.
Responding versus reacting
A reaction happens to us. A response is something we choose. The pause is where that choice lives.
The 24-hour pause
When something affects you strongly, give yourself time before replying. Many things look different a day later.
Recognizing when you need a break
Stepping away is not avoidance. It's permission to return to difficult thoughts when you're ready.
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