The Power in the Pause: Discovering Intuition and Overcoming Fear with Wendy Paige Sterling Episode 33 Wendy Paige Stirling shares how life's unexpected moments can serve as powerful wake-up calls, leading us to reclaim control over our choices, energy, and mindset. She opens up about a pivotal moment in her life when she discovered her ex-husband’s infidelity and how that experience taught her to distinguish between fear and intuition. Through this, she learned the importance of pausing and listening to the inner voice that guides us toward truth and personal power. Wendy discusses how autopilot living keeps people stuck in unfulfilling careers, relationships, and routines. She explains why so many high achievers wear hustle culture like a badge of honor, only to find themselves burned out and disconnected from their real desires. She dives into the transformative power of slowing down, stepping out of societal expectations, and making intentional decisions based on personal truth rather than external validation. She reflects on her experience as a successful corporate executive who walked away from a high-powered career to build a thriving seven-figure coaching business. She shares how losing her mother was another defining moment that forced her to reevaluate her purpose and make yet another shift in her career. Wendy emphasizes that personal growth is an ongoing process, with no final destination, only continuous evolution. Wendy also explores the illusions of social media, the fear of stepping into one's true self, and the societal conditioning that leads many to prioritize others’ expectations over their own happiness. Wendy provides insights into how individuals can recognize when they are living a life that isn’t truly theirs and what steps they can take to break free. Throughout the conversation, Wendy highlights the importance of energy, intention, and self-awareness. She explains why intuition is quiet and calm while fear is loud and anxiety-inducing, and how learning to tell the difference can be life-changing. She also offers practical advice on how to slow down, reassess life’s direction, and align daily actions with long-term vision. Wendy’s insights provide a powerful reminder that the path to fulfillment requires pausing, listening, and making choices rooted in personal truth rather than fear. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from what truly matters, this conversation will help you rediscover your inner voice and take meaningful steps toward a life that feels aligned and fulfilling. To learn more about Wendy Paige Stirling and her work, please visit: Website: https://wendypaigesterling.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-paige-sterling/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wendypaigesterling/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wendypaigesterling 0:00 "Self-Reflection and Empowerment" 5:20 "Power in Pause: Personal Transformation" 8:18 Rejecting Autopilot and Hustle Culture 13:37 "Social Media Facade" 17:17 "Curiosity Curbed by Conformity" 20:29 "Prioritizing Desired Family Lifestyle" 23:15 "Mindset's Power in Life's Journey" 27:52 Ego-Fueled Fear vs. Intuition 29:11 Intuition vs. Fear in Resolutions 32:17 "The Power of Slowing Down" 35:51 Creative Sparks from Unexpected Moments 40:16 Navigating Grief and Self-Discovery 43:34 Rediscovering Intuition and Passion 46:27 Embrace Self-Awareness and Abundance 50:00 Embrace Imperfection and Self-Understanding U...