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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…
Episodes
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E17: Menopause, GLP-1's & Body Confidence: Aging on Your Own Terms
What if caring for your changing body started with support instead of criticism? In this episode of The Intentional Pause, Dr. Chris sits down with Dr. Natalia…
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E16: Self-Sabotage: When Staying Safe Keeps You Stuck
Why do we sometimes get in the way of what we want most? In this episode of The Intentional Pause, we slow down to explore self-sabotage and how fear…
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E15: Why We Resist Change (and How to Move Through It)
Change is inevitable, but that doesn’t mean we’re comfortable with it. In this episode of The Intentional Pause, Dr. Chris explores why our brains resist the…
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E14: The Leader's Bookshelf: 11 Reads That Fuel Focus, EQ, and Personal Growth
What if just 10 minutes of reading could help you slow down, reduce stress, expand your thinking, and reconnect with yourself? In this episode of The…
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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…
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E12: Think Again: Breaking the Beliefs That Hold You Back
What if the thoughts you’ve been treating as facts are simply stories you’ve learned to believe? In this episode of The Intentional Pause, Dr. Chris explores…
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E11 - AI Is Getting Smarter...But Does It Understand Us?
Artificial intelligence is evolving faster than most of us realize—but as AI gets smarter, is it actually getting better at understanding us? In this episode…
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E10: Feeling Pulled in 800 Directions? Watch this!
Feeling Pulled in 800 Directions? Watch this! In this episode of The Intentional Pause, Dr. Chris challenges the idea that balance means giving equal time to…
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E9: When Fear Is Running the Show
What would you do differently if fear wasn’t making the decisions? In this episode of The Intentional Pause, Dr. Chris Sopa explores how fear quietly shows up…
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E8: Protect Your Peace: The Power of Healthy Boundaries
Boundaries aren’t about shutting people out—they’re about protecting what matters most. In this episode of The Intentional Pause, Dr. Chris Sopa explores why…
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E7: Inside the NFL: Dr. Gina Thoebes on Leadership, Coaching, and the Intentional Pause
What does it really take to become a great leader? In this episode of The Intentional Pause, Dr. Chris Sopa sits down with Gina Thoebes, VP of Organizational…
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E6: Flawed and Flourishing: Shifting from Perfectionism to Excellence
Perfectionism often disguises itself as ambition, responsibility, or a strong work ethic—but beneath the surface, it can quietly fuel stress, burnout…
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E5: The Most Important Leadership Skill No One Teaches
What does it really mean to lead yourself? In this episode of The Intentional Pause, Dr. Chris Sopa explores why self-leadership matters—not only for people…
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E4: Pause Before the Burnout - Recognizing the Signs Before It's Too Late
Are you stressed...or are you burned out? We often use those words interchangeably, but they're not the same—and knowing the difference could protect your…
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E3: Coffee with My Coach: Joe White on Leadership, Growth, and Life
In this special episode of The Intentional Pause, I'm joined by someone who has had a profound impact on my own personal and professional growth—my coach, Joe…
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E2: Choose the Pause Before Life Chooses It for You
Why is it so difficult to slow down? For many of us, pausing feels uncomfortable—even scary. We're conditioned to stay busy, keep producing, and push through…
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E1: The Pause That Changed My Life
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…
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Welcome to The Intentional Pause
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…