The Intentional Pause

Dr. Chris Sopa

In a world that celebrates constant hustle, endless productivity, and always being "on," The Intentional Pause is an invitation to slow down and reconnect with what matters most. Hosted by Dr. Chris Sopa, an Industrial Organizational Psychologist, executive coach, speaker, and entrepreneur, this podcast explores the transformative power of pausing so you can move forward with greater clarity, purpose, and intention. Inspired by life-changing experiences that taught her the importance of pausing and putting herself back into the equation of her own life, Dr. Chris shares insights, stories, and conversations designed to help listeners navigate leadership, personal growth, self-awareness, resilience, and well-being. Whether you're a leader facing complex challenges, a professional feeling stretched too thin, or someone searching for a deeper connection with yourself, this podcast offers practical tools and meaningful reflection to help you create a life aligned with your values. Because sometimes the answers we're seeking aren't found in doing more—they're found in the pause. Join us each week as we slow down, listen inward, and discover the wisdom, courage, and possibilities waiting in the pause.

  1. 1d ago

    E19: You Belong in the Room: Moving Through Imposter Syndrome

    Have you ever questioned whether you deserve your success or worried that someone will discover you’re not as capable as they think? Even with experience, accomplishments, and credentials behind you, imposter feelings can leave you doubting your abilities and holding yourself back. In this episode of The Intentional Pause, Dr. Chris gets personal about the self-doubt that delayed her own podcast and shares insights from her coaching work. She explores how perfectionism, comparison, old messages, and workplace environments can feed the feeling that you aren’t enough and offers practical ways to begin recognizing your worth. From keeping a success log and building a personal board of directors to accepting compliments without explaining them away, this conversation invites you to acknowledge your abilities and give yourself permission to grow. Your “Pause with Purpose” moment offers reflection questions to reconnect with your strengths and separate what fear is telling you from what your experience has already proven. #TheIntentionalPause #PauseWithPurpose #ImposterSyndrome #YouBelongInTheRoom #SelfWorth #SelfConfidence #SelfDoubt #OwnYourSuccess #PersonalGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #DrChrisSopa imposter syndrome, impostor phenomenon, self-doubt, self-worth, self-confidence, perfectionism, high achievers, social comparison, negative self-talk, accepting success, personal growth, leadership development, workplace belonging, self-trust, Pause with Purpose, Dr. Chris Sopa, The Intentional Pause Watch the episodes on YouTube:  www.youtube.com/@theintentionalpausepodcastFollow Dr. Chris on Instagram:  instagram.com/theintentionalpausepodcastDr. Chris' TikTok: tiktok.com/@the.intentional.p2Find Podcast Resources & Downloads:  chrissopa.com/the-intentional-pause-podcastSign up for Dr. Chris' newsletter & blogs:  chrissopa.com/the-intentional-pause-podcastMore information on Dr. Chris' services: chrissopa.com

  2. Sep 24

    E13 - Mindfulness for Busy People: Slowing Down Without Losing Your Edge

    What if slowing down didn’t mean losing your edge? In this episode of The Intentional Pause, we explore mindfulness for busy, driven people who are used to moving fast. We talk about what mindfulness really is, why being present can feel so difficult, and how simple mindful practices can help reduce stress, improve focus, and create more intentional responses to everyday life. You’ll discover that mindfulness isn’t about doing less, it’s about being more present and purposeful in what you do. #Mindfulness #TheIntentionalPause #MindfulLiving #HighAchievers #IntentionalLiving #StressManagement #BePresent #SelfAwareness #PersonalGrowth #SlowDown AwakenWithLight.com -https://www.awakenwithlight.com/ Awaken With Light App -https://nancygentleboudrie.joinkliq.io/home YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsFIeDV5Q0B-KEWTxBgZQuA LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancyboudrie/ Nancy@AwakenWithLight.com 484-876-1048 Awaken With Light -Welcome Inner Balance with Nancy Gentle Boudrie - https://music.apple.com/us/album/awaken-with-light-welcome-inner-balance/355263306 Watch the episodes on YouTube:  www.youtube.com/@theintentionalpausepodcastFollow Dr. Chris on Instagram:  instagram.com/theintentionalpausepodcastDr. Chris' TikTok: tiktok.com/@the.intentional.p2Find Podcast Resources & Downloads:  chrissopa.com/the-intentional-pause-podcastSign up for Dr. Chris' newsletter & blogs:  chrissopa.com/the-intentional-pause-podcastMore information on Dr. Chris' services: chrissopa.com

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In a world that celebrates constant hustle, endless productivity, and always being "on," The Intentional Pause is an invitation to slow down and reconnect with what matters most. Hosted by Dr. Chris Sopa, an Industrial Organizational Psychologist, executive coach, speaker, and entrepreneur, this podcast explores the transformative power of pausing so you can move forward with greater clarity, purpose, and intention. Inspired by life-changing experiences that taught her the importance of pausing and putting herself back into the equation of her own life, Dr. Chris shares insights, stories, and conversations designed to help listeners navigate leadership, personal growth, self-awareness, resilience, and well-being. Whether you're a leader facing complex challenges, a professional feeling stretched too thin, or someone searching for a deeper connection with yourself, this podcast offers practical tools and meaningful reflection to help you create a life aligned with your values. Because sometimes the answers we're seeking aren't found in doing more—they're found in the pause. Join us each week as we slow down, listen inward, and discover the wisdom, courage, and possibilities waiting in the pause.