Gentle Pause Cards - Digital & Printable

You know that moment.

The one where your mind is racing, your to-do list is overwhelming, and you can feel yourself reaching for food—not because you're hungry, but because you need something.

Or when you've just had a hard conversation, or when you're comparing yourself to someone else's "after" photo, or when you feel like you're failing at this whole "getting healthier" thing.

These cards are for that moment.

Not to fix you (you're not broken).
Not to lecture you (you've had enough of that).
Just to offer a gentle pause. A compassionate redirect. A reminder that you have options.

What You Get:

🌼 12 Gentle Pause Cards with affirmations designed specifically for moments of overwhelm, emotional eating triggers, and self-doubt

🌼 Printable PDF - Print at home, cut them out, and keep them wherever you need them most (bedside table, kitchen drawer, car, purse)

🌼 Digital/Swipeable PDF - Save to your phone and swipe through whenever you need a gentle reminder

🌼 Instant Download - Access immediately after purchase

How to Use Them:

There's no "right way" to use these cards. That's the whole point.

You might:
- Print them and pull one at random when you're feeling triggered
- Keep the digital version on your phone for those 3pm stress moments
- Choose one card each week to focus on
- Come back to the same card over and over (that's totally fine!)
- Share one with a friend who needs it

Sample Affirmations:

"I am allowed to pause before deciding."
"This feeling will pass."
"I can be kind to myself right now."
"I am not failing. I am responding."

Why I Created These:

As someone who's been on my own wellness journey for years, I know how easy it is to be harsh with ourselves. To think we need to "fix" every uncomfortable feeling. To rush past our emotions and straight into action (or into the kitchen).

These cards are the gentle reminders I wish I'd had earlier in my journey. They're designed for women over 40 who are done with punishment-based approaches and ready for something kinder.

The Details:
- File type: PDF (2 versions)
- Size: Printable version designed for 8.5x11" paper
- Delivery: Instant digital download
- For personal use only

Perfect For:
Women who are working on emotional eating, building self-compassion, or simply need more gentle moments in their day.