When was the last time you really slowed down?
In this conversation, Dawn sits down with Jen Sacks, host of Small Things, Big Life, to explore what it really means to pause, let go, and trust the messy middle. After nearly 20 years in the federal workforce, Jen is navigating a new season—learning how to rest without guilt, create new routines, and embrace the beauty of uncertainty.
Together, they unpack the tension between stillness and productivity, the joy that comes from small steps, and how transitions can become sacred opportunities for mending and healing. This episode is a gentle reminder that slowing down isn’t a sign of stopping—it’s how we find our way forward.
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01:16 Section 1: The Power of Pause Amid Transition
27:25 Section 2: Being Better Leaders and Better Humans
📌Episode Chapters/Timestamps
00:00 Navigating Transitions and Emotions
03:27 The Importance of Self-Care and Mindfulness
06:07 Finding Balance in Life and Work
08:57 The Challenge of Productivity and Rest
11:36 Creating Structure in a Flexible Life
14:35 Embracing Imperfection and Messiness
30:27 Navigating Household Dynamics
33:20 Understanding Personal Preferences in Relationships
35:29 The Importance of Communication in Relationships
38:07 Leadership and Team Dynamics
40:52 The Human Element in Leadership
43:29 Creating Joyful Connections
44:54 Intentional Pauses for Personal Growth
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