Permission to Pause

This week, I’m presenting the idea of 1% changes and how these small, sustainable steps can lead to expansive impact. From practicing a few cello measures with my son to reading one paragraph a night, I show how little shifts can nurture not only our habits, but also our relationships and sense of self as we take those first steps of momentum no matter where we're starting from. I'm sharin...

In this episode, I reflect on what it’s meant for me to shift from identifying as “frazzled and unreliable” to seeing myself as someone grounded in peace and growth—even when life is still very much in motion. I share personal stories that illustrate how I've begun to repeatedly return to a steady, empowered home base. From permission slips to pancake breakfasts, I talk about real moments that hav...

In this episode I invite you into a small yet powerful morning experiment that transformed my morning launch into the day: smiling in the mirror. If you’ve ever wanted to wake up feeling more grounded, this episode is for you. Topics discussed in this episode: Fixing a stuck bike brake and what it revealed about how ease may be more available than you think at first Smiling can literally boost you...

Practicing this week's Pace Your Race "I Receive, I Give" meditation is actually training you to include your personally unique style of self-care in your current stage of life just like an elite athlete practices their perfect swing, stroke, or kick. As you meditate on what it feels like to receive abundantly and give generously, you will notice adn resonate with the opportunities t...

Have you ever experienced living in the mindset that to give is significantly more valuable than to receive--so much so that you forgot how to feel good being the receiver in a relationship? Have you ever said "No, I'm good, but thanks" to someone's offer of help even though you really wanted to say "Yes, thank you so much"? I have. Have you every said, "Yes, thank...

Many times when we think of meditation, the first image in our brain is of someone sitting still on a cushion on the floor, legs crossed, etc. But it can look differently! And I would love for meditation to become something supportive for you, even if it looks differently. I created this mini episode for you if : - sitting still to meditate has been an obstacle to practicing. - you like variety an...

Have you ever found your mind spinning first thing in the morning or as soon as you have a quiet moment? There's just so many things to think about, right?! I've been there, pushed snooze again, and bought the t-shirt. But there's something I've found that helps me be more aware of what the facts are right now, not jus what scary thing could happen, and what I have control over. Journaling. Journa...

We are still doing the Pace Your Race meditation podcast series! This is bonus mini episode 3. If you've ever struggled with thinking about your emotions and gaining awareness, and if simplicity is something you value, listen up. Naming your emotions, and emotional awareness can be much simpler. I'm excited to share something I recently learned with you in this mini episode! Links: How We...

Have you ever paused to consider how much energy it takes to be constantly judging the things, circumstances, people, etc. around you (and yourself)? That doesn't mean we need to drop it all together. Many good things require energy. But here's one thing you can do to support yourself in the important practice of making judgments, or decisions, in your life. What if you were to take a peri...

Bonus Episode #2 invites you to practice creating space in your life while eating, something most people do several times a day. It is simple and can be a snack, a few bites, or your entire meal. Just like meditation, with mindful eating, this practice of intentional space will show up for you in other moments of your life. My wish for you is to feel less rush, less chaos, and more space, more gro...

As part of the Pace Your Race meditation podcast series, I am also releasing 2-3 bonus episodes per week of practices or tools to help you deeper integrate and practice what you are learning from the meditations. This practice is a way to benefit from simply the awareness of where your mind often is--the past, present, or future--and to practice bringing yourself back to the present moment should...

This is meditation week 1 of 3 in the May series "Pace Your Race: A mindful meditation podcast series to weave stillness into a full season." This first 10min meditation is about finding relief from stress, worry, and regret by anchoring in the present moment starting with the 5 senses and then focusing on the breath. My hope is that you experience some stillness that will carry into the energy yo...

Let's talk meditation! I've been practicing for a little over 3 years. Sometimes more regularly, sometimes less. I find it very valuable, and yet I still find myself in seasons where I am going fewer and farther between and I crave a return to it. So I created something to share with you here where we can practice together. Today I talk some basics and we do a 2min meditation together, bec...

Have you ever found yourself avoiding a project—not because you don’t care about it, but because you don’t have the perfect window of time and energy to finish it? In this episode, I reflect on what I’ve learned about the power of pausing and coming back, even when it feels uncomfortable. From home projects that sit half-finished to creative hobbies like adult coloring and embroidery, we explore w...

Ever feel like you start working on a great idea with energy and clarity—only to hit a foggy, frustrating middle where everything feels stuck? We’ve all been there too. It’s that awkward in-between where doubt can start to creep in and you wonder if you’ll ever make it to the other side of it. But what if this part isn’t a problem to solve, but a necessary place to grow? In this episode, we're...

"Creativity is a mother to ease and energy." Today I am sharing 2 statements and 3 stories of creativity and resourcefulness and why they are powerful ways to approach obstacles in life. Timestamps: (00:00) Welcome and my "new mistake" (00:58) Pause for a deep breath and a quote (02:22) Introduce 2 thoughts (03:40) Where these thoughts came from (06:39) Story example 1 (08:18)...

In this episode, I break down a situation with my daughter that challenged me to rethink assumptions and practice curiosity instead of jumping to judgment. What I learned was a turning point in our mother/teen daughter relationship forever going forward. I'll share one way you can use this approach in your own life. If you’ve ever felt stuck in reaction habits you don’t love or found yourself jump...

Nourishment is about so much more than food. That may not feel like a novel idea, but do you ever really think about what would be nourishing to you in specific areas of life? Let's start that conversation together today so you can be more wholly nourished. Links: Come chat with me on Threads: ⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@meaganhubbardcoaching⁠⁠ Follow and message with me on Instagram: ⁠⁠https:/...

This week we’re getting again to "the why that makes you cry" and getting to the heart of it all when it comes to making habit changes. I guide you through nine simple questions to help you choose one goal, identify what needs to change, and create a plan to follow through. Small steps matter, and taking action in one area often creates ripple effects in other parts of your life. I share...

 “If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.” - Maya Angelou “Could we change our attitude, we should not only see life differently, but life itself would come to be different.” - Katherine Mansfield In this episode of Permission to Pause , I talk about the concept of making small shifts while keeping familiar routines unruffled. Instead of overhauling ev...

Decision is rooted in the courage of being free.” – Paul Tillich Do you ever feel weighed down by everything you should be doing? In this episode of Permission to Pause , I’m diving into a mindset shift that has transformed the way I approach decisions and change— creating choice. Early in my coaching journey, I learned that real empowerment comes from recognizing your options, not just continuing...

Welcome to another episode of Permission to Pause! Today, we're diving into an unexpected but powerful connection—how the labor process mirrors the ups and downs of life, creativity, and personal growth. As a labor and delivery nurse, I’ve seen how a baby’s heart rate responds to different stages and aspects of labor, and I’ve realized how much it relates to our own experiences. In this episode, I...

In this episode, I’m sharing some personal stories that explain why you’ll hear me end every episode with the advice, “Eat lunch and make some new mistakes.” These two things brought me energy and clarity during a time when I felt mostly drained and stuck on a hamster wheel. As a mom of four who has worked outside the home for most of the past 15+ years, I’ve had plenty of ups and downs figuring o...

"Permission to Pause" airs in 2 weeks! I’m Meagan Hubbard, married and mom to 4 children, a certified health and life coach, mindfulness trainer, and labor and delivery nurse. Since 2011 I have guided many women through moments of excitement, loss, fear, pain, relief, joy, and growth through their pregnancy and birth experience. Now, I’m here to help you navigate the ups and downs of a f...

Welcome to the Permission to Pause podcast! I'm Meagan Hubbard, a certified health and life coach and mindfulness trainer. I’m here to help you navigate the ups and downs of life with the same care and encouragement I have given to women as a labor and delivery nurse since 2011. This show is for moms balancing full lives with marriage, kids at home, and part-time work–women who are ready to step o...