The Intentional Pause Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-intentional-pause 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. (C) 2026 The Intentional Pause d5a34ac0-7818-5712-935e-6462c1c23694 yes Welcome to The Intentional Pause en Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:00:13 -0700 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:01:35 -0700 https://img.transistorcdn.com/1zzwcfX1-q229bA9SZROltHtb4zQR2LqJ2UVfZNgrXI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS82Y2Jj/NjhkOWU5MzE2YWI2/MzEyZjA0NjYyYzU5/NjZhMS5wbmc.jpg The Intentional Pause episodic 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. 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. Intentional pause, stress management, personal growth, self-care, mindset shift, personal transformation, mind-body connection, emotional wellness, work-life balance Dr. Chris Sopa No No E1: The Pause That Changed My Life 1 1 E1: The Pause That Changed My Life full 77a77134-22b6-4e18-a64c-8f2f5e9dd4a0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/23267e8a
In the very first episode of Intentional Pause, Dr. Chris shares the deeply personal story that inspired this podcast. After a life-changing health crisis at age 33 forced her to stop, she discovered that slowing down wasn't a setback—it was the beginning of profound transformation.

In this episode, you'll hear how chronic stress, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and the need to stay in control led to a major wake-up call, and how taking an intentional pause helped her heal, change her mindset, and build a new life and career.

You'll also be invited to take your own "Pause with Purpose" by reflecting on one small way you can slow down this week and put yourself back into the equation of your life.

If you've been feeling overwhelmed, stretched too thin, or like life is moving faster than you can keep up, this episode is your reminder that sometimes the most powerful step forward begins with a pause.

#PauseWithPurpose

#SlowDownToGrow

#Leadership

#Wellbeing

#IntentionalPause

#PersonalGrowth

#SelfCare

Contact me:
- Dr. Chris Sopa website: https://chrissopa.com/
- Inquiries for Leadership Development, Executive Coaching, Keynotes:
  theintentionalpausepodcast@gmail.com
- Dr. Chris Sopa Blogs: https://chrissopa.com/blog/
- YouTube: @TheIntentionalPausePodcast with Dr. Chris Sopa
- Instagram DM: @theintentionalpausepodcast

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In the very first episode of Intentional Pause, Dr. Chris shares the deeply personal story that inspired this podcast. After a life-changing health crisis at age 33 forced her to stop, she discovered that slowing down wasn't a setback—it was the beginning of profound transformation.

In this episode, you'll hear how chronic stress, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and the need to stay in control led to a major wake-up call, and how taking an intentional pause helped her heal, change her mindset, and build a new life and career.

You'll also be invited to take your own "Pause with Purpose" by reflecting on one small way you can slow down this week and put yourself back into the equation of your life.

If you've been feeling overwhelmed, stretched too thin, or like life is moving faster than you can keep up, this episode is your reminder that sometimes the most powerful step forward begins with a pause.

#PauseWithPurpose

#SlowDownToGrow

#Leadership

#Wellbeing

#IntentionalPause

#PersonalGrowth

#SelfCare

Contact me:
- Dr. Chris Sopa website: https://chrissopa.com/
- Inquiries for Leadership Development, Executive Coaching, Keynotes:
  theintentionalpausepodcast@gmail.com
- Dr. Chris Sopa Blogs: https://chrissopa.com/blog/
- YouTube: @TheIntentionalPausePodcast with Dr. Chris Sopa
- Instagram DM: @theintentionalpausepodcast

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In the very first episode of Intentional Pause, Dr. Chris shares the deeply personal story that inspired this podcast. After a life-changing health crisis at age 33 forced her to stop, she discovered that slowing down wasn't a setback—it was the beginning of profound transformation.

In this episode, you'll hear how chronic stress, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and the need to stay in control led to a major wake-up call, and how taking an intentional pause helped her heal, change her mindset, and build a new life and career.

You'll also be invited to take your own "Pause with Purpose" by reflecting on one small way you can slow down this week and put yourself back into the equation of your life.

If you've been feeling overwhelmed, stretched too thin, or like life is moving faster than you can keep up, this episode is your reminder that sometimes the most powerful step forward begins with a pause.

#PauseWithPurpose

#SlowDownToGrow

#Leadership

#Wellbeing

#IntentionalPause

#PersonalGrowth

#SelfCare

Contact me:
- Dr. Chris Sopa website: https://chrissopa.com/
- Inquiries for Leadership Development, Executive Coaching, Keynotes:
  theintentionalpausepodcast@gmail.com
- Dr. Chris Sopa Blogs: https://chrissopa.com/blog/
- YouTube: @TheIntentionalPausePodcast with Dr. Chris Sopa
- Instagram DM: @theintentionalpausepodcast

]]> Intentional pause, stress management, personal growth, self-care, mindset shift, personal transformation, mind-body connection, emotional wellness, work-life balance No Welcome to The Intentional Pause 1 1 Welcome to The Intentional Pause trailer fe413042-2da2-4186-9aee-87b53dc0058b https://share.transistor.fm/s/6f83f25d Welcome to the Intentional Pause podcast. I'm Doctor Chris Sopa, but you can call me Doctor Chris. Each week we'll explore personal growth, self-awareness, leadership, and the power of slowing down in a fast moving world where we create space to slow down, hear your own voice again, and make more intentional choices in work in life. Let's get started.

  • If you would like to contact me:
  • Dr. Chris Sopa website: https://chrissopa.com/
  • Inquiries for Leadership Development, Executive Coaching, Keynotes: theintentionalpausepodcast@gmail.com
  • Dr. Chris Sopa Blogs: https://chrissopa.com/blog/
  • YouTube: @TheIntentionalPausePodcast with Dr. Chris Sopa
  • Instagram DM: @theintentionalpausepodcast


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  • If you would like to contact me:
  • Dr. Chris Sopa website: https://chrissopa.com/
  • Inquiries for Leadership Development, Executive Coaching, Keynotes: theintentionalpausepodcast@gmail.com
  • Dr. Chris Sopa Blogs: https://chrissopa.com/blog/
  • YouTube: @TheIntentionalPausePodcast with Dr. Chris Sopa
  • Instagram DM: @theintentionalpausepodcast


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  • If you would like to contact me:
  • Dr. Chris Sopa website: https://chrissopa.com/
  • Inquiries for Leadership Development, Executive Coaching, Keynotes: theintentionalpausepodcast@gmail.com
  • Dr. Chris Sopa Blogs: https://chrissopa.com/blog/
  • YouTube: @TheIntentionalPausePodcast with Dr. Chris Sopa
  • Instagram DM: @theintentionalpausepodcast


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