The Honest Pause

Episode  — “Why Is It So Hard to Say No to People?”  (aka: The Quiet Guilt, People-Pleasing, and the Courage to Choose Yourself) Episode Description: You said yes—again. Even though you didn’t want to. Even though you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or just not feeling it. So… why is it so hard to say no, especially to people we care about? In this episode of The Honest Pause , Maryam and Teryl dive de...

Episode — “What Is Intuitive Coaching—And How Can It Actually Help?”  (aka: It’s Not Woo. It’s You—Learning to Trust Your Inner Compass Again) Episode Description: Ever heard the term intuitive coaching and thought, “Cool… but what is that, actually?” You’re not alone. In this episode of The Honest Pause , Maryam gets curious and Teryl gets real about what intuitive coaching really is—and what it...

Episode  — “I Feel Lost—But Don’t Know Why” (aka: The Quiet Kind of Lost & How to Find Your Way Back) Episode Description: You’ve checked the boxes—career, relationships, routines—and from the outside, it all should feel fine. But inside? Something’s off. In this episode of The Honest Pause , Maryam and Teryl dive into that subtle, often silent experience of feeling lost… without a clear reaso...

Episode : Finding Sacred Stories in Modern Life (with Allison Stieger) Episode Description: What if the answers you’re searching for aren’t out there in the next achievement—but buried inside the stories you carry? In this episode, Maryam and Teryl sit down with mythologist, author, and storyshaper Allison Stieger to explore how ancient myths can help us navigate modern life. From personal transfo...

Episode Title: Episode 5- Is Everyone Just Making It Up as They Go? Episode Description: Ever looked around and thought, “Wait... who let me be an adult?” You’re not alone. In this episode of The Honest Pause , Maryam and Teryl unpack the quiet truth no one talks about: we’re all just winging it. Together, they explore: Why nobody actually has their life figured out (even the confident ones) How s...

Episode Title: Episode 4 - Why Can't I Focus Anymore? Episode Description: Can’t seem to focus like you used to? You’re not alone — and your brain isn’t broken. In this episode, Maryam and Teryl dive into the modern attention crisis: what’s behind our shrinking focus, how technology is rewiring our brains, and simple, science-backed ways to reclaim your concentration. From dopamine loops and...

Episode 3 - Creativity, Comfort, and the Joy of Books: Featuring Hardbacks and Helpings Episode Description -  In this cozy and creative episode, we’re joined by Heather — the imaginative force behind Hardbacks & Helpings , where books and food come together in the most delightful ways. We talk about falling back in love with reading, the power of comfort stories (hello, romantasy!), and how f...

Episode 2 – Why Healing Feels Worse Before It Feels Better Episode Description: You’re doing all the “right” things — therapy, journaling, setting boundaries — and yet… it still feels heavy. In this episode, Teryl Rothery and Maryam Taheri dive into the raw, often overlooked part of growth: when healing doesn’t feel like progress. Together, they explore why change can feel so uncomfortable, what t...

Episode Title: Episode 1 – The Energy Check-In: What’s Feeding You vs. Depleting You Episode Description: Ever leave a conversation thinking, “Why do I feel so tired?” You’re not alone. In this episode of The Honest Pause , Teryl and Maryam dive into the concept of an energy audit — a gentle, honest look at who’s fueling your spirit… and who’s quietly draining it. Together, they explore: What it m...

Episode Title: Episode 0 – Welcome to The Honest Pause Episode Description: Welcome to The Honest Pause ! In this very first episode, Teryl Rothery and Maryam Taheri introduce you to the heart of the podcast: honest, real, and sometimes hilarious conversations about life’s messy, beautiful moments. Learn what to expect from the show, how each episode is structured, and why hitting pause might be e...