Arrives January 6, 2026
THE POWER OF THE PAUSE
90 Seconds to Calm, Reset, & Reconnect
By Jillian Pransky
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Pausing is the medicine for our times.
We are longing to feel more at home in our bodies, spacious and clear in our minds, present and connected in our relationships and in our lives.
Imagine that in just 90 seconds…
You can step out of the stress loop and into a grounded, centered presence, able to meet whatever is happening with intention and compassion.
It’s all possible with a pause.
Renowned mindfulness and yoga expert Jillian Pransky's simple practice has helped thousands of people ease anxiety and tension, regulate their nervous systems, and reconnect to their inner peace and resilience. Rooted in neuroscience and somatic healing, this proven method can help you:
Break free from old, limiting habits
Shift your instant reactions into intentional responses
Find more ease in your body
Feel more connected in your relationships
Return to a steadier, more compassionate self
Whether you're navigating conflict, daily stress, or chronic pain, The Power of the Pause offers a transformational path to calmer ways of being and meaningful change that begins within and ultimately radiates outward to the world around you.
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Pausing is an act of love.
Pausing gives us extra room to take things in. It allows us time to listen to ourselves before responding or reacting. We pause so we can pay attention to ourselves, to others, and to the world around us in a more open and compassionate way.
Overview
In my 30 years of working with students around the world, there’s never been a time with more outer and inner turmoil. Most of us are living our lives on high alert. Our days are a series of reactions to whatever is happening around us in each moment—unrelenting urgent texts, arguments with loved ones, unexpected illnesses or pain, breaking news notifications. Is there more to life than the stress and overwhelm we feel much of the time?
Pausing not only sets the conditions for expanding our perspectives and allowing us to respond intentionally rather than react, but it also forms the foundation for deep relaxation—an essential tool for regulating our nervous system and for interrupting the long-held narratives and patterns that keep us stuck in habitual behaviors.
In today’s challenging and divisive world, THE POWER OF THE PAUSE offers a vital tool—validated by groundbreaking research in neuroscience and psychology and drawing from the ancient traditions of Buddhism and yoga—for making intentional choices, and relating to ourselves and each other with presence and care.
In just a minute and a half, we can train ourselves to respond to life’s difficulties with greater calm and clarity, while also opening us to receive and appreciate the beauty and joy that coexist with hardship.
Praise for The Power of the Pause
“Seamlessly blending her wisdom and insights from decades of teaching yoga and meditation, Jillian Pransky’s The Power of Pause supports readers in accessing their internal ‘reset buttons’ to tap into an embodied experience of relaxation, through practices easily incorporated into daily life.”
— Sharon Salzberg, New York Times bestselling author of Real Happiness and Finding Your Way
“In this helpful and easy-to-read book, Jillian Pransky shows how pausing is more than rest—it’s an act of self-compassion. By calming the body, resetting the mind, and reconnecting with ourselves, we create the spaciousness needed for resilience, clarity, and genuine well-being.”
—Kristin Neff, PhD, bestselling author of Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yoursel
“Jillian Pransky bestows a timeless, precious gift, the preparation and conditions for listening. Pause allows us to hear the universe to speak, from which the great truth emerges.”
—Lisa Miller PhD, New York Times bestselling author of The Spiritual Child and The Awakened Brain
“Jillian has created a masterful formula for finding inner help and strength in the most trying of moments that seem to arise unexpectedly. Following her simple practices enables one to recover and flourish unscathed in these tumultuous times. You’ll enjoy and greatly benefit from this book.”
—Stephan Rechtschaffen, MD, founder of Omega Institute and Blue Spirit
“The Power of the Pause is an essential instruction manual for sanity for our times. It’s a great resource if you want to not only feel less stressed and overwhelmed in all kind of situations, but actually feel centered, peaceful, and clear so you can make your best decisions. The practices are short, effective, and can be practiced anywhere, and especially in the middle of turmoil—no yoga mat, meditation cushion, or half an hour of spare time required. This will become a go to staple in my bookshelf for myself and for my teaching.”
—Christiane Wolf, MD, PhD, author of Mindfulness and Self-Compassion for Chronic Pain: A Doctor’s Prescription for Natural Pain Relief
“Informed by decades of teaching and studentship, Jillian shares the most essential practice for these times of constant distraction. Accessible and heartfelt, each chapter is a doorway that leads us deeper into trusting that not only can we Pause, but we are worthy of Pausing. This book contains a perfect balance of practices and wisdom that remind us of our innate power that is felt in slow and quiet moments.”
—Tracee Stanley, bestselling author Radiant Rest and The Luminous Self
“As technology continues to accelerate, many of us are feeling the impact of being bombarded with a seemingly never-ending scroll of frightening information. In this moment, Jillian’s work inviting us to pause, to land, arrive, and relax is vital. . . . For those feeling the call to Pause, listen deeply, and live with a full heart, Jillian’s work is a precious gift.”
—Micah Mortali, author of Rewilding and founder of the Kripalu School of Mindful Outdoor Leadership
“The Power of the Pause is a timely book with a timeless message—and such a fun, engaging, easy read. Pausing is a way of inserting a comma in your commentary, opening you to universal wisdom—which is your own innate common sense. There is nothing easier—yet it takes practice. As Jillian says, Pausing is the medicine for our times.”
—Erich Schiffmann, bestselling author of Yoga: The Spirit and Practice of Moving into Stillness
“Jillian’s teachings are good medicine for our times. She offers accessible practices that can change the way we listen to ourselves and each other, essential tools at a time when we need them most. I so believe in the work she’s doing and have experienced that medicine firsthand.”
—Dani Shapiro, New York Times bestselling author of Inheritance and host of the podcast Family Secrets
“In our relentlessly fast-paced world,
Jillian Pransky’s The Power of the Pause offers a transformative yet accessible guide to finding calm amid chaos. What sets this book apart is its practical approach—rather than demanding hours of formal meditation, Pransky provides realistic techniques that fit seamlessly into busy lives.”
—Shannon Watts, New York Times bestselling author of Fired Up: How to Turn Your Spark into a Flame and Come Alive at Any Age
“Jillian’s timing is perfect! Her teachings in The Power of the Pause are just what the world needs right now. . . . She reminds us that we already have the tools we need—body, breath and mind—to rewire our relationship with ourselves. And by ourselves, I mean, our whole world.”
—Cyndi Lee, bestselling author of Yoga Body, Buddha Mind and May I Be Happy
“What a profound invitation to change how we meet the world. Jillian Pransky braids practical instruction, story and science, inviting us into a simple, transformative practice, a lifeline that can help us stay present in our most difficult moments—our most ecstatic moments, too. I love the questions Jillian asks and the examples she offers, leading us again and again toward trusting ourselves and the world that holds us.”
—Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer, author of The Unfolding and host of the audio program The Poetic Path
“Inviting us to step out of our usual reactivity, Jillian Pransky’s The Power of the Pause is a tender guide to total presence. With each practice, we soften tension and open to clarity in order to discover the grace of real responsiveness. If you’re seeking calm connection inwardly and outwardly, this book is for you.”
—Elena Brower, bestselling author of Practice You: A Journal and Hold Nothing
“We need this book now more than ever. Jillian skillfully helps us understand why pausing is likely the only way we can get through these times. Through storytelling, science, and lots of heartfelt wisdom and tools, The Power of Pause helps us understand why we react the way we do, and can serve as a lifeline for us whenever we may feel like we’re drowning.”
—Hala Khouri, MA, author of Peace from Anxiety: Get Grounded, Build Resilience, and Stay Connected Amidst the Chaos
“In this delightful and transformative book . . . Jillian poignantly emphasizes the profound habit of Pausing. She opens our hearts and minds to how this inner action can both bring us home to ourselves, as well as coaxes us to take up residence in the ‘wholeness and holiness’ of the present moment, and life itself.”
—Sarah Powers, author of Insight Yoga and cofounder of the Insight Yoga Institute
“In the face of an emergency, it may seem counterintuitive to Pause before you act. But, in the face of a threat or a surge of anger, Pausing first is actually a superpower. . . . Jillian Pransky gives us step-by-step guidance on how to practice doing just that. Don’t wait until you’re upset to start the practice. This is something you can make a part of your daily routine, any place, anytime, anywhere, so that when you are in the heat of a moment you’ll be prepared.”
—Gail Parker, PhD, CIAYT, author of Restorative Yoga for Ethnic and Race-Based Stress and Trauma