Simply Pause

I’m delighted to share the latest episode of Beyond Loneliness Podcast, featuring the inspiring Cheryl Shah, founder of Simply Pause. Cheryl knows firsthand the challenges of balancing a demanding career with personal life. After 28 years in corporate finance, she experienced the overwhelming stress and burnout that many professionals face. By applying evidence-based strategies, Cheryl learned to “Pause” before reacting to stress, allowing her to make clearer and more focused decisions. Now, she empowers teams and leaders to cultivate resilience and enhance performance through her innovative programs at Simply Pause. n this episode, we dive deep into her passion for creating inclusive environments and how we can all play a role in addressing loneliness. ?? What to Expect: Insights on the importance of community in mental health Strategies for building inclusive spaces that support well-being Real-life stories that highlight resilience and connection I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode and any insights you’d like to share! Let’s continue the conversation on how we can support each other in this journey. #BeyondLoneliness #MentalHealth #Podcast #CommunitySupport #Inclusion #WellBeing #Connection #SimplyPause #ResilienceBuilding #WorkLifeBalance #LeadershipDevelopment #MindfulnessInBusiness #BurnoutPrevention #EmotionalWellbeing #EmployeeWellness #WorkplaceWellness #StressManagement

Last week, I attended a CTO Talks Series discussion on AI and how it’s currently shaping the workplace. Mansoor Bahramand was a speaker on the panel who shared a really interesting insight on how to use AI to create efficiencies, allowing employees to spend more time doing what they love. This really resonated with me—helping people work smarter, not harder, is at the core of Simply Pause. I know that artificial intelligence can feel intimidating, and many are understandably hesitant to integrate it into their teams, but there are benefits to helping employees embrace the change AI brings. Creating efficiency through automation was my secret to being a successful financial executive for nearly three decades. There just isn’t enough time in the day, and you want to make sure your people are focusing on what’s important. This is especially critical now with all the competing priorities in the? average workplace—meetings, emails, digital notifications, and the distractions we face daily. The panel’s response to this topic? It’s about making AI seamless, integrating it into processes so employees hardly notice it’s there—like pressing a button to create efficiency without disrupting their workflow. This reminded me of how critical it is to approach these transitions with empathy and support, helping people see the long-term benefits while respecting their concerns. When I first brought automation to budgeting and forecasting systems 9-15 years ago, my colleagues were hesitant to move away from Excel—fear of the unknown, the discomfort of not being in control of manual tasks. While AI is a powerful tool, we still need human wisdom and experience to solve the challenges AI can’t tackle alone. Great conversation and a fantastic panel featuring: Mansoor Bahramand, John Brunswick, David Resilien, Cheryl K Goodman Goodman. #AIInTheWorkplace #Automation #WorkplaceEfficiency #LeadershipDevelopment #EmbracingChange #HumanWisdom #EmployeeExperience #SimplyPause #WorkSmarter #ProductivityTips Accenture #Brevit 3

Do you ever feel exhausted, not care about your work, or feel "not good enough"? You may be experiencing burnout, which is a hard place to be at work. The best antidote for burnout is self-compassion. You will learn strategies to: -Attend to yourself with kindness when you are feeling sad or frustrated -Overcome imposter syndrome and discover you are "good enough" -Motivate yourself with compassion instead of your inner critic -Build resilience, focus, and clarity. Please join me for my next Mindful Self-Compassion course through UC San Diego Centers for Integrative Health Center for Mindfulness to reduce burnout and improve your work. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gDdXru73

How aware are you of your core values? How aligned are your actions with your core values? Core values are the compass of our lives. They guide us in deciding how to spend our attention, time, and money. So great! We have an internal guide toward what brings us value…now what? Resistance happens when we unknowingly take action or accept a mindful perspective that is out of line with our core values. The better we understand our core values, the more we are able to consciously make decisions that align with them. ?? If you’re interested in diving deeper into this I have an actionable plan that gives you strategies for living life by your core values. But here is an example of how this works: You can use tools like the Wise Effort Matrix, developed by Diana Hill, an Acceptance Commitment Therapist. Identifying what your core values are Self-awareness: Be curious about your thoughts and decision patterns. What tasks are burning you out or not worth it because they are activities that deviate from your core values? Acceptance to the moment with self-compassion Pause to choose wise actions that align with your core values- participating in Worth It or Savoring activities- towards your core values. Daily self-compassion practices when your core values conflict with one another or you have made decisions away from your values We all know it is essential to lead and live according to our core values because we see the impacts of what happens when we don’t; however, many of us don’t always know how to do this effectively. Please feel free to comment on your core values and how you act to live by them. #WiseEffortMatrix #MindfulLiving #MentalHealth #Resilience #EmotionalBalance #Wellbeing #ExecutiveCoach #ManagingStress #ManagingAnxiety #ReducingStress #ToolsForManagingWellbeing #ResourcesForWellbeing

There is still time to sign up for the FENIX Roundtable Workshop happening this week! ??? Thu, Aug 22, 2024, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM ?? Moniker General, 2860 Sims Rd, San Diego, CA, US, 92106 Outdoor Area ?? Simply Pause Founder, Cheryl Shah, led in corporate Finance for the past 28 years, while raising two daughters. She understands balancing a high demanding career with motherhood and the affects of burnout. Join us to learn about the power of pausing - "Pause" before responding on autopilot to overwhelming work situations, and begin cultivating resilience and balance. Learn Evidence Based Strategies to Thrive: ?? Strengthen decision-making approach ?? Effective prioritization ?? Practice tactics that enhance focus ?? Apply a daily self-compassion strategy ?? Enforce how you set boundaries ?? Maintain balance during situations of heightened emotions #ManagingAnxiety #ManagingOverwhelm #LeadershipDevelopment #Wellbeing #Happiness #ExecutiveSkills #SelfCompassionPractice #SettingHealthyBoundaries #Resilience

?? Join Us for the FENIX Roundtable Discussion! ?? ?? Date: August 22, 2024 ?? Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM ?? Location: Moniker General ?? Discussion Highlights: -Strengthen decision-making approach -Effective prioritization -Practice tactics that enhance focus -Apply a daily self-compassion strategy -Enforce how you set boundaries -Maintain balance during situations of heightened emotions We are thrilled to have Cheryl Shah, founder of Simply Pause, as our Roundtable Discussion leader this month. With 28 years of leadership experience in corporate finance and a deep understanding of balancing a demanding career with motherhood, Cheryl brings invaluable insights into tackling burnout and fostering resilience. Cheryl designs and facilitates programs for professionals to take a “Pause” before responding on autopilot to overwhelming work situations, cultivating resilience and balance. Don't miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow with like-minded professionals! ?? RSVP now and secure your spot!: https://lnkd.in/dyTWJ-mD #FENIXNetwork #RoundtableDiscussion #CareerAdvancement #WorkLifeBalance #ProfessionalGrowth #Resilience #WomenInLeadership