The Power of the Pause

🌴 The Power of the Pause

I’ve hit pause — and I’m doing it from my happy place, Hilton Head Island. There’s something magical about the ocean air that reaches deep into your soul and whispers, “breathe.” The sound of the waves, the sand between my toes, and that unmistakable smell of the sea are the perfect reminders that sometimes the best thing we can do is stop for a moment and simply be.

There’s no secret here — the beach recharges me. It’s where my mind slows down, creativity wakes up, and life feels balanced again. Maybe it’s the rhythm of the tide or maybe it’s just the hush of the horizon, but every time I take this kind of pause, I come back stronger, clearer, and ready to dive back into the work I love.

If you know me, you’ve probably heard me talk about “The Art of Taking a Break.” In fact, I’ve had the joy of presenting sessions on that very topic at the last two COABE conferences. We explored how intentional pauses refresh our minds, open the door to new connections, and remind us that self-care isn’t selfish — it’s necessary.

And guess what? I just found out my session was accepted for COABE 2026! 🎉 I can’t wait to continue the conversation about how taking time to rest actually helps us rise.

If you’re curious about what’s coming at COABE 2026, take a sneak peek at the sessions here:
👉 https://iaace.com/coabe-2026/

Until then, I’ll be soaking up the salt air, eating all the seafood I can get my hands on, and savoring this beautiful pause — because when we take time to restore ourselves, we come back ready to make waves. 🌊

Jenn Wigginton

Jenn is the IAACE Executive Director. Her passion for adult education shines through in everything she does for IAACE. You can invite her to a chat for questions anytime. Click here to book a time to chat with Jenn