A creative alternative to meditation and journalling.
Pause creates space · Space creates awareness · Awareness creates change
The Art of Pausing was created for the moments when you need space to notice what is present.
You may feel overwhelmed, hopeful, restless, joyful, stuck or full of possibility.
Rather than asking you to empty your mind or find the right words, each creative practice gives your attention somewhere new to go.
As your pen moves across the page, space begins to open for reflection, awareness and change.
The goal isn’t to create great art. The goal is to create space.
Want to experience it for yourself?
Start with five minutes.
The Spiral Shift® is a free five-minute creative practice and a simple introduction to The Art of Pausing.
All you need is a pen, a piece of paper and five minutes.
No artistic ability needed.
Features
12 emotional pathways
Begin with what feels present, from grounded, hopeful and joyful to restless, overwhelmed or stuck.
The Pause Portal
A guided creative practice, around 30 minutes, that you can pause and pick up again anytime.
The Activation Deck
Forty-four cards for a moment of reflection, matched to how you feel.
Personal reflections
Gentle, personalised reflections shaped by your journey over time.
Your Journey
Your emotional landscape, sessions and drawings, gathered quietly in one place.
The Field
An anonymous gallery of drawings from people pausing around the world. No likes. No comments.
Swipe to explore the app
Choose how you feel
Begin with the emotion that feels closest to you.
Enter a creative practice
Follow the visual and spoken guidance at your own pace.
Notice what changes
Save your drawing and reflection as part of your journey.
Enter The Field
See anonymous drawings shared by people pausing around the world.
What people notice when they pause
Reflections from people who have experienced The Art of Pausing.
“I arrived feeling tense and creatively blocked, and left feeling lighter, clearer and much calmer inside.”
“The creative practice was so powerful in helping me slow down and release my creativity.”
Anonymous
“I paused, relaxed, cleared my head and came away feeling rested and lighter.”
“It reminded me of the benefits of pausing, which we can all find challenging at times.”
Anonymous
“At first I thought, ‘this looks rubbish’ and ‘I’m no good at this’. But I kept going and found myself expressing thoughts and feelings through the shapes and lines I drew.”
“I loved the feel of the pens on the paper and disengaging my mind from its usual overthinking.”
Anonymous
Membership
Full access to everything inside The Art of Pausing, beginning with a 7-day free trial.
Annual
£72/year
Save 40% · Only £6/month
7-day free trial. No payment today. Cancel anytime through your Apple ID.
✓12 emotional pathways
✓Unlimited creative practices
✓Personal reflections
✓Your saved drawings and journey
✓The Field
✓New practices added over time
Monthly
£9.99/month
7-day free trial. No payment today. Cancel anytime through your Apple ID.
✓12 emotional pathways
✓Unlimited creative practices
✓Personal reflections
✓Your saved drawings and journey
✓The Field
✓New practices added over time
Ready to experience a different way to pause?
Join the waitlist and be among the first to experience The Art of Pausing.
FAQ
What is The Art of Pausing?
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The Art of Pausing is a creative practice that helps you create space in your day without requiring meditation or journalling. Through creative practice and reflection, you move your attention from your thoughts onto the page, creating awareness and change.
How much does it cost?
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The Art of Pausing is £9.99/month or £72/year, and every membership begins with a 7-day free trial.
What devices does it work on?
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The Art of Pausing is launching first on iPhone. An Android version is planned for the future.
Do I need to be good at art?
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Not at all. The goal isn't to create great art - the goal is to create space. The practices are designed to move your attention, not to produce perfect drawings.
How long does a creative practice take?
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Most Pause Portal experiences take around 30 minutes - enough time to properly create space, not just skim the surface. You can pause at any point and pick up again later, so it fits around your day rather than the other way round.
What will I need?
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A pen, a sheet of paper and somewhere to place your phone or tablet. Some practices may invite you to use coloured pens or pencils, but you can always begin with what you have.
How is this different from meditation?
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Pausing is a creative practice. Instead of sitting still with your thoughts, you move your attention onto the page through gentle, creative practice. It creates space without requiring you to empty your mind.
When will the app launch?
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The Art of Pausing launches on iPhone on 3 August 2026. Join the waitlist and you'll be the first to know as soon as it's available.
Last updated: August 2026