Finding Power in the Pause: A Reflection on Viktor Frankl

Dear Readers,

In today’s post, I want to share a profound quote from Viktor Frankl, a renowned author and Holocaust survivor, whose wisdom deeply resonates with the practices of meditation and mindfulness:

“Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response.”

— Viktor Frankl

This powerful quote reminds us that no matter what life throws our way, we always have the ability to choose how we respond. Cultivating this awareness often requires emotional maturity, self-awareness, and a willingness to turn inward with curiosity.

Have you ever found yourself overwhelmed by anger or frustration? I certainly have. In those heated moments, it can be incredibly challenging to respond with calmness and clarity. More often than not, we end up reacting impulsively — and sometimes regretting it later.

This is where the practice of meditation becomes truly transformative. Meditation helps us develop that vital “space” — a moment of pause where awareness is born. Through regular mindfulness practice, we can learn to bring this space into our daily lives, especially during stressful or emotionally charged situations.

When intense emotions arise, try this simple mindfulness technique:

• Pause.
• Notice the emotion.
• Feel where it is in your body.
• Even if it’s uncomfortable or painful, breathe into that feeling.

You don’t have to let the stimulus control your response.

This approach has been a lifesaver for me in many situations, and I hope it can support you too on your journey toward greater peace and self-mastery.

Marco,

Founder