When natural disasters strike like the tragic LA Fires have, we face immense pressure—not just to protect our lives and what matters to us, but it extends to how we show up in everything we do.

This time to me feels very similar to Sep. 11th in NYC, where I watched the 2nd tower fall from the DoubleClick HQ and flying in that AM from visiting my Mom in Syracuse, NY. I wasn't sure sure how to move forward, what to expect, or how I could help. This feels a lot like that time to me.

This episode was difficult to make - I struggled with the right words to share, or how to say things, and be grounded myself. I debated to just scrap it or to publish - is it helpful or even enough, I asked?

Listening back it is a bit somber however I stand behind what I share in that we can all do ourselves the honor of showing up - first for ourselves, and then for others.

Thank you for listening, and please offer whatever you can - maybe prayers, donations, or time in what you can manage. I find CNN's impact page helpful for choices to donate or how to support - there are many options.

🌟 What You’ll Learn:

In this episode of The Pausecast...
✅ Get calm and centered listening to an inspiring pause led by Jenny
✅ Learn how to trust yourself when you don't know the outcome in a period of uncertainty
✅ How pivoting (and pausing as part of it) can lead you to getting better at managing change and having a high impact life

About Jenny​ Blake
Jenny Blake is an author, podcaster, and the founder of Pivot Method®, a growth strategy company that helps forward-thinking individuals and organizations map what’s next. Her motto: if change is the only constant, let's get better at it. Jenny is an international keynote speaker, and the author of three books, including Life After College , Pivot: The Only Move That Matters is Your Next One , which won the Axiom Best Business Books award in the careers category, and the award-winning Free Time: Lose the Busywork, Love Your Business.

Follower her on IG: @jenny_blake

In Ep 179 of The Pausecast...

HAPPY...NEW...YEAR!! 🎉🎉🎉

The new year offers us a fresh canvas to create something extraordinary.

In this energizing episode, explore how leaders can pause with intention to set the tone for a powerful and purposeful year ahead - you can do this at any time of the year, but reflecting on years end is a great way to do it.

Here’s what we’ll dive into:

This episode will leave you inspired and ready to lead with clarity and confidence into the new year!

Tune in and make your #NewYearsEve a moment of meaningful pause.

#2025ishere #happynewyear #letsgo2025

Rachael

In Ep. 178 of The Pausecast...

OMG it's Christmas Eve - a time to slow down, connect, and reflect.

But as leaders, how do we truly embrace the moment and share that sense of presence with others?

In this special holiday seasonal episode of The Pausecast, we’ll unwrap the keys to leading with heart and intention this holiday season.

Here’s what we’ll explore:

I invite you to listen to this episode and pause as we embrace the moment and step into the last week of 2024.

🌟 Celebrate. Reflect. Lead with love!

Happy Holidays, beautiful loving leaders!

What if this year, you could step into the holidays with calm, clarity, and joy?

Join me, Rachael, for this special holiday episode of The Pausecast, where we’ll explore practical and mindful ways to navigate the season stress-free.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

Choose your guiding word or theme for next year to anchor your goals and aspirations.

This episode is your invitation to lead yourself and those around you with more ease, presence, and intention this holiday season.

Tune in to Episode 177 of The Pausecast and let’s create a season that energizes, rather than depletes, you.

In Ep. 176 of The Pausecast...

- Join Rachael in an integrative breathwork session (<8 minutes long + a few mins to explain it) to help calm the mind and lean into feeling more aligned and trusting yourself...that's what believing in yourself looks and feels like!

- Learn the tri-active breath - a 3 part breath to use throughout this guided practice which I explain. This is one of the most powerful breath patterns there is and can be used to clear blocks and feel more connected.

- How to step out of to-do mode, and into to-be mode right here in this guided practice.

- Use anytime as your go-to for feeling confident and believing in yourself when it doesn't feel as clear, or that you are ready for a refresher.

If you want a refresher on all the benefits a quick breathwork practice provides, you can check out this list:

In Ep. 175 of the Pauscast you'll discover...
✨ Pause with Purpose: Practice Candy's transformative visualization to reset and refocus.

🚀 Her Bold Pivot: Hear Candy's inspiring journey from the corporate world to coaching leaders like you.

❓ The Ultimate Career Question: Learn the single most powerful question to gain clarity on your next steps.

🛠️ Breakthrough Magic: Explore Candy's favorite tool for unlocking personal and professional growth.

🎯 The Secret to Clarity: Find out how to align your vision and goals with what truly matters.

🌀 Fixing your Broken "Wanter": What it means and how it affects your ability to choose your path.

💎 Leadership Gems: Candy's Top 3 secrets for keeping your leadership skills sharp and impactful.

Get ready to pause, reflect, and level up your leadership game. 🚦👩‍💼👨‍💼

About Candy Motzek

Candy specializes inempowering intelligent professionals to launch and grow successfulcoaching businesses. With a unique blend of practical strategy andmindset mastery, Candy helps her clients achieve greater clarity. Hercalming & personalized approach enables coaches to play bigger,sign more clients, & create meaningful & profitable success.As a 'recovering' corporate executive & engineer, she combines herextensive business acumen with a deep understanding of personaldevelopment to guide her clients towards their fullest potential.

Claim your free gift(s) from Candy here: candysfreegift.com

In Ep 174 of The Pausecast...

- Join Rachael from a LIVE traffic jam on Interstate 75 (when inspo hits, follow!)

- micro-pause led by Rachael

- What to do when you catch yourself in a non pause-a-tive thought and Rachael's IRL example using the Pausecast

- Case study of how Rachael's friend demo'd a typical stressful week and what to do differently

- Benefits of practicing gratitude

- 3 Questions to ask yourself to 10x your Gratitude

1) What can you celebrate today? (What's a win, or how you want to feel)?

2) What are 5 things you're grateful for today and WHY!?

3) What are you most proud of?

15 minutes of goodness to set you on an incredible path for your week.

Sending you much gratitude and love today and for your week.

About Rachael O'Meara

Rachael O’Meara, MBA, MA, ACC, is an executive coach renowned for empowering successful leaders with proven tools and strategies to excel - without the overwhelm. With over a decade at Google, she brings invaluable insights into effective leadership and self-awareness. As co-founder of SIC Venture Studio, Rachael drives innovation at the intersection of leadership and entrepreneurship. Her acclaimed book, "Pause," is a pivotal resource for career growth. Featured in the New York Times, WSJ.com, HBR, and on TEDx stages, Rachael inspires audiences worldwide with her transformative approach to leadership and personal development.

🎙️ Episode 173 of The Pausecast: Lead Smarter: The Secret to Pausing and Getting Stuff Done...

Ever feel like your to-do list is endless? 📝

Let’s flip the script.

In this episode, discover:

🔹 Why pausing is the ultimate power move—even when your workload feels overwhelming.

🔹 The Iceberg Model and how it helps you achieve more with less effort. 🧊

🔹 The surprising benefits of pausing for corporate leaders aiming to thrive. 🚀

🔹 Busting myths about pausing and its game-changing link to emotional intelligence (EQ). 💡

🔹 Simple, actionable tips to start doing things differently—today!

🔹 How embracing less can lead to more success in the long run. 🌟

Don’t miss this episode if you're ready to lead smarter and achieve more by doing less! 🛑➡️✅

In Ep. 172, join Rachael for an integrative breathwork session - a chance to practice the power of breathwork!

Our mantra is a simple one and it's easier said than done: "I let go." 

That's where the power of breathwork comes in - we get the mental side out of the way, and pay attention to our breath and how our bodies experience it.

If you're new to breathwork, go here to hear what to expect or set yourself up for success: https://youtu.be/2hB--GHGPQg

To learn about the scientific proven benefits of breathwork, go here: https://youtu.be/pVxWNcC63zo

Watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/_Wq-UzCTnQE 

After you listen, how was your experience? Share this episode with someone who could use some support right now to pause, or follow the mantra.