Between what happens and how we respond, there is a small space. Learning to widen that space — even by a few seconds — is one of the most useful emotional skills.
A pause can be as simple as one slow breath, putting your feet flat on the floor, or saying 'Let me come back to you on that'.
Pausing isn't avoiding. It's choosing to respond from your values rather than from the first wave of feeling.
TRY THIS
Choose a 'pause signal' for this week — a breath, a sip of water, or touching your hand to your heart — and use it whenever you notice a strong feeling rising.
REFLECT
What helps you return to calm after a difficult moment?