When emotions run high, our first instinct is often our worst. The Pause Button teaches you how to interrupt reactive patterns and respond with intention instead. Whether you’re facing conflict, frustration, or stress, these evidence-based pause skills give you a practical way to regain control before you act.

This 31-page guide includes everything you need to start practicing today. You’ll learn the science behind emotional reactivity, discover which pause skill works best for you, and get a proven system for staying calm under pressure.

What’s included:

• Six pause skills you can use in under 10 seconds
• Calm-Down Checklist for step-by-step guidance
• 12 ready-made scripts for tense conversations
• Heat Scale to track your emotional intensity
• Repair plan for when things go wrong
• Reaction worksheets and tracking tools
• 14-day practice plan with daily exercises