EPISODE · Jan 17, 2026 · 11 MIN
Episode 1: The Power of the Pause
from Rising Above It All with Dr. Mildred Muhammad · host Dr. Mildred D. Muhammad
In a world that celebrates speed, we’ve forgotten one of our greatest strengths: the power to pause. In this episode, Dr. Mildred Muhammad reframes this essential skill, not as avoidance, but as profound intelligence. You’ll learn why that moment of stillness is your brain’s circuit breaker, how the ancient practice of "thinking five times before you speak" can prevent regret, and how a simple, strategic pause is your most reliable tool for rising above emotional reactions to find clarity, power, and peace. Discover the step-by-step method to make this wisdom work for you in real time.
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In a world that celebrates speed, we’ve forgotten one of our greatest strengths: the power to pause. In this episode, Dr. Mildred Muhammad reframes this essential skill, not as avoidance, but as profound intelligence. You’ll learn why that moment of stillness is your brain’s circuit breaker, how the ancient practice of "thinking five times before you speak" can prevent regret, and how a simple, strategic pause is your most reliable tool for rising above emotional reactions to find clarity, power, and peace. Discover the step-by-step method to make this wisdom work for you in real time.
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