Note 8: Hold That Pause — The Trick to Staying Calm and Owning the Moment

Notes to Her

You know that moment when your heart’s racing, your palms are sweating, and your voice starts to shake, right before you have to speak up, pitch yourself, or walk into that big room?

Yeah, that moment.

In today’s pep talk, Yaya breaks down the power of the pause, the secret move that helps you calm your nerves, take control of your energy, and own every room you walk into.

You’ll learn how to train your body to stay grounded when your brain wants to spiral, plus the simple mindset shift that helps you respond with confidence instead of panic.

Because sometimes, the most powerful thing you can say… is nothing at all.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✨ Why staying silent for two seconds can completely shift your presence

✨ How to train your nervous system to respond, not react

✨ A 3-step “pause practice” to reset your energy under pressure

✨ What to say (and what not to say) when your confidence slips

Listen when:

• You’re about to walk into a presentation, interview, or tough conversation
• You feel your heart racing and can’t think straight
• You need a quick reminder that calm is confidence