Meaning and Moxie After 50

Hit Pause to Move Forward: The Secret to Breaking Free from Autopilot

Leslie Maloney

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 In this episode, coach Karen Bartholomew shares her Pause Method—a simple but powerful way to step out of exhaustion, reset your direction, and reclaim joy.

Listen if: You’re tired of living life on repeat, checking all the boxes for everyone else but feeling like something’s missing for YOU.

Key takeaways:

  • Learn the Pause Method—how one intentional pause can shift your energy and decisions.
  • Spot the “autopilot traps” that keep you stuck in busyness instead of living with purpose.
  • Simple steps to create breathing room in your day without guilt (yes, it’s possible).

Golden quote: “Hitting pause isn’t stopping your life—it’s finally starting to live it.”

Next step: Ready to design a retirement—or next chapter—that feels like freedom, not a treadmill? Book a free clarity call with me and let’s hit pause together.

Karen's Info:

Website: https://www.karenbartholomew.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenbartholomew/ 

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