There are days when leadership feels less like a calling and more like carrying a mountain. In those moments, wanting to quit isn’t a sign of weakness—it’s a signal to pause.

I navigate these storms with two questions: Whose thought is this—mine, or my inner saboteur? and What would my 80-year-old self tell me? This is the "Ensō Pause," a framework for choosing courage over comfort when the world gets loud.

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If you’re a high-achieving, caring leader quietly wondering, “Is this all there is?” you’re not alone.
Many of the leaders I work with aren’t burned out from too much to do. They’re exhausted from leading in ways that don’t feel aligned. Traditional leadership teaches outcomes. But true impact begins with presence.
With “MA” 間—the pause. It’s not stillness. It’s where meaning lives. Inspired by Japanese traditions, the Ensō Mindset offers a calm, disciplined way to lead from within. Realign with your why. Lead with intention, not reaction. And return to who you really are. Read More…