Episode 13

Finding Peace in the Pause

Episode 13: Finding Peace in the Pause

In a world that never seems to slow down, taking time to pause can feel impossible — or even wrong. But what if the moments of stillness you resist are the very ones that bring you peace, clarity, and strength?

In this episode, Marilyn dives deep into the power of the pause the sacred space between the doing and the being. Through personal reflection and motivational insight, she explores how rest can become your greatest source of renewal, how slowing down can actually move you forward, and why peace isn’t found in the noise… but in the quiet in between.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or disconnected, this episode will help you breathe again.

In this episode, we’ll talk about:

  • Why we glorify being “busy” and how it drains our peace
  • How pausing can shift your perspective and restore balance
  • The difference between rest and avoidance
  • Simple ways to create intentional moments of stillness in your day
  • How to redefine productivity through presence and peace

Takeaway:

You don’t have to earn your rest or prove your worth through exhaustion. The world won’t fall apart if you slow down and you might just find the clarity you’ve been searching for when you do.


Remember:

When life gets loud, put it in a bubble, take a breath, and let it go.

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Marilyn Barker

Marilyn Barker is an author, speaker, business consultant, motivational coach, and the creator of Put It in a Bubble™. Through her books, podcast, workshops, and coaching, she helps people create space, shift their perspective, process difficult moments, and take intentional steps forward.
Put It in a Bubble™ is built around a simple idea: you do not have to carry everything at once. Marilyn encourages listeners to pause, decide what deserves their energy, take action where needed, and release what they no longer need to hold onto.
Her approach is practical, encouraging, and grounded in real life. The goal is not to ignore hard things or force positivity, but to handle challenges with more awareness, stronger self-talk, greater resilience, and a clearer sense of what comes next.
Marilyn is the founder of Barker Business Services LLC, which serves as the umbrella for her consulting, speaking, educational resources, books, and the Put It in a Bubble™ brand.

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