731 The Power of Pause: Choosing Who You Become in Challenging Moments - Affirmation April 2026

Ever find yourself replaying a tense moment, wondering why you reacted the way you did? In this episode, we gently explore those split-second choices that define us—sometimes when we least expect it. Through an honest grocery store encounter, Chris invites you to slow down with him and notice the space between stimulus and response, where you get to decide who you become next. If you're quietly searching for a way out of old patterns or feel stuck replaying the same stories, this heartfelt conversation may offer just the pause you're looking for. Leave behind the urge to control everything and discover, with calm confidence, how choosing to see things differently might just change everything—even if the world around you stays the same. "Help Support The Strong Within Affirmation Podcast By Going To: www.strongwithin.net/support (You can also get the transcripts there, worksheets, or other bonuses I am including with the podcast) Thanks for listening. I'm sending great energy your way as we become Strong Within together, Holistic Performance and Personal Development Coach- Chris O'Hearn My links: https://linktr.ee/strongwithin Contact info- email: [email protected] phone: 865-221-7239 Let's connect on social media: www.facebook.com/thechrisohearn www.instagram.com/thechrisohearn Music by: Zest by basematic (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. I Have Often Told You Stories (guitar instrumental) by Ivan Chew (c) copyright 2013 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. Location: Knoxville, Tennessee USA but available worldwide