In our fast-paced world, it's easy to feel rushed and stressed, even when doing mundane things.  

In this episode, we explore the importance of pausing, slowing down, and becoming aware of our surroundings. 

Even taking one deep breath is a powerful way to manage stress and anxiety because it creates space for us to notice how we're feeling. Once we're aware, we then can make a choice about how to proceed. We can continue rushing and feeling stressed, or we can pause and do something to shift our state.

As you listen to this episode, I invite you to go through the breathing and mindfulness practice with me. 

• Breathe slowly and deeply.
• Become aware of your surroundings.
• Notice what you can appreciate.
• Notice how you feel.
• Acknowledge that you just created a shift in yourself, simply by taking a minute to pause, breathe and become more present.
• Continue with your day from this grounded state, rather from a stressed-out state. Notice any effects. Do you make better decisions? Does your day flow more smoothly?

What else can you do to create a joyful pause in your day? Perhaps eating lunch outside in the fresh air, without your phone or computer; taking a walk; journaling or reading; exercising... what activities make you feel good, calm and relaxed? Make time for them, prioritize them, and do them more often.