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EPISODE · Jan 15, 2026 · 13 MIN

Why You Need To Pause

from TruthTalk: Life & Leadership Solutions · host Ijeoma M. Anyanwu

As parents and leaders, we are often applauded for being decisive, proactive, and dependable. But what happens when doing all the right things still leaves us misaligned with God’s voice?In this episode, I invite you into a reflective and deeply personal conversation about why the discipline of pausing is essential. Drawing from a real-life parenting decision that disrupted familiar plans, I share why slowing down to receive clear direction from God is not a weakness but a vital leadership strength.I look at the difference between good works and God-directed works, the subtle danger of urgency-driven decisions, and why Scripture shows us again and again that clarity follows the pause. From Jesus in the garden of Gethsemane to Moses at the burning bush, we see that divine direction is often released only after we are willing to stop and listen.If you are raising children while carrying leadership responsibilities, this episode will challenge you to reconsider your pace, realign your priorities, and rediscover the peace that comes from walking in step with heaven.This is a call to pause, not because you lack direction, but because you value God’s voice, His thoughts, and His plans.Please remember to comment and rate so I know how to keep serving you.Support the show

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As parents and leaders, we are often applauded for being decisive, proactive, and dependable. But what happens when doing all the right things still leaves us misaligned with God’s voice? In this episode, I invite you into a reflective and deeply personal conversation about why the discipline of pausing is essential. Drawing from a real-life parenting decision that disrupted familiar plans, I share why slowing down to receive clear direction from God is not a weakness but a vital leadership s...

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