Meditation & Breathwork

certified guidance for modern minds

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certified guidance for modern minds ✺

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Because slowing down shouldn’t feel like giving up.

In a world that moves fast, it’s easy to feel like you’re always behind.

The pressure to keep pushing, keep producing - it’s no wonder we’re wired but worn out.

Power of the Pause was born from my own experience of burnout, chronic stress and anxiety - and it’s here to offer a different way.

Through gentle, inclusive meditation and breathwork, we reclaim calm, reconnect and remember that rest is not wasted time.

No jargon. No pressure. Just accessible, down-to-earth tools for modern life.

Nothing to prove. Nowhere to be. Just space to come home to yourself - and stay a while.

Power of the Pause is for you if…

  • Person sitting cross-legged on a rug, holding a melodic singing bowl with a mallet, surrounded by other singing bowls.

    ✺ Curious, but cautious ✺

    You’re curious about breathwork or meditation, but need a gentle way in.
    (hesitation around starting or trying again)

  • A striped fabric towel lying on rocks by the water at the beach.

    ✺ Running on empty ✺

    You’re doing all the things, but feel disconnected, wired, or worn out.
    (burnout, overwhelm, autopilot, exhaustion)

  • Multiple hands of different skin tones stacked on top of each other, wearing rings, symbolizing unity and diversity.

    ✺ Craving real support ✺

    You want support that feels real, not like another self-help performance.
    (desire for authentic, non-performative support)

  • A woman with wavy brown hair, facing the ocean under a clear blue sky.

    ✺ Anxious & overloaded ✺

    Your mind is constantly spinning, replaying and worrying - calm feels out of reach. 
    (anxiety, spiralling thoughts, stress.)

  • Person standing in shallow water at the beach, wearing a white dress, with their bare feet submerged and gentle waves around them.

    ✺ Lost in ‘shoulds’ ✺

    You feel pressure to keep up, keep producing, keep pushing but something in you wants to slow down.
    (perfectionism, productivity pressure)

redefining productivity through pause and presence

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redefining productivity through pause and presence ✺

What we offer:

Power of the Pause isn’t about quick fixes.

Our sessions are designed as long-term tools for the nervous system - rooted in science, shaped by experience and delivered with care.

Through grounding meditation and calming breathwork, we help the body shift from fight-or-flight into a state of rest and restoration. With gentle, consistent practice, you’ll begin to regulate stress, ease anxiety and feel more connected.

Over time, this work supports a deeper sense of presence, calm, and self compassion - not by doing more, but by learning to meet yourself where you are.

  • A personalised space to pause, reconnect and return to yourself - wherever you are and in the comfort of your own home.

    Together we explore calming breath-based meditations and gentle guided practices shaped around your needs and intentions.

    Every session is beginner friendly, trauma-aware, neurodiverse-inclusive and focused on choice and comfort.

    There are options to reflect and you will receive gentle after-care to help you carry your pause into daily life.

  • These sessions are a soothing in-person ritual away from the noise, blending calming breathwork and meditation with time to reflect, a warm cup of tea and thoughtful, grounding touches.

    Designed entirely around you, each session is shaped by your needs, intentions and preferences.

    Beginner friendly, accessible and inclusive, with optional extras like journaling, a Shakti mat or Inner Compass card reading.

    After-care is included to help you carry the pause with you, long after the session ends.

    Held at and bookings made through Wellness Space in Sunderland.

    Coming soon.

  • Whether it’s with a friend, partner or small group of loved ones (up to four), this session is your shared sanctuary to pause, slow down and feel held - together.

    Blending soothing breathwork, gentle meditation and space to reflect, each Shared Pause is shaped around your group’s needs and intentions.

    Expect a welcoming atmosphere with beginner-friendly, inclusive guidance and thoughtful optional extras like journaling or Inner Compass cards.

    Held at and bookings made through Wellness Space in Sunderland.

    Coming soon.

  • Are you a North East creative or business owner with a passion for helping others feel grounded, inspired and more connected?

    Meditation and breathwork can be thoughtfully woven into your offering to deepen the experience and leave your community feeling calm, present and supported.

    The Connected Pause is a collaborative space where we bring our ideas together to craft meaningful pop-up events - from cosy indoor gatherings to wild, nature-led pauses.

    Every session is shaped to reflect your unique business or offering, while holding space for nervous system care, emotional regulation and soft, sustainable rest.

    If you’re dreaming up something gentle, grounding and a little bit different - let’s create something that truly supports people, one pause at a time.

client reflections

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client reflections ✺

  • Sam's Words:

    From the moment we connected, I felt completely at ease with Issy. She created such a safe, nurturing space - there was no pressure to perform or feel a certain way. Issy’s soothing guidance, calming presence and gentle cues helped me soften into the moment. Her voice, the carefully chosen words and the optional music created the most serene atmosphere. I especially loved the visualisations - being guided to imagine the breath like the rise and fall of the tide was incredibly grounding.

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  • Jenni's Words:

    I had a very busy morning and was very much in my head. Issy guided me wonderfully back into my body with her positive manner. I was able to let go of the stress and anxiety and had a wonderful day afterwards.I thought the organization of the session was very well thought out. Starting with the little reminder before the session and the journaling prompts afterwards.

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  • Nadine's Words:

    Thank you Issy for this wonderful and personally tailored breathwork and meditation session. It was exactly what I needed. I love your quiet and steady voice, that accompanied me deep into the inner space and held me throughout the whole session. Your voice alone allowed me to go deep and to listen to myself and my own rhythm. A little warning: 1:1 sessions with Issy can be addicting - to have a coach tailoring a session for your personnel needs, to be able to connect on such a great level and to feel the guiding energy even through a video call - that is something special.

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  • Sarah's Words:

    I had the privilege of being facilitated 1:1 today by Issy. I wanted a relaxing session and I got a relaxing session: I felt quite stressed before the session as I had rushed home. At the end, I felt so calmed and soothed. I enjoyed the breathing and movement exercises at the start, and the concise and clear explanations were perfectly matched to my needs. Issy’s confident and supportive voice held me in a safe container throughout. The music was lovely and the mindfulness meditation helped me to relax and get to know myself better at the same time. It was matched very well with the breath awareness that came before it. 

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  • Sam's Words:

    Issy gave me permission to breathe in a way that suited me, which for someone managing fatigue and long COVID, made a huge difference. I felt held, seen, and completely supported. What stood out most was how tailored and personal the session felt. Issy took time to understand my needs and wove in exactly what I was seeking - deep rest, regulation, and reconnection with myself. By the end, I felt peaceful, light, and incredibly cared for. It was honestly perfect. I would recommend Issy’s sessions to anyone seeking calm, clarity, or a nervous system reset. She’s a gifted space-holder and a truly kind soul. Thank you so much!

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  • Sophie's Words:

    I had a lovely hour with Issy this morning - guided meditations, breathwork and a body scan. Issy held the space beautifully and reminded me it was OK to move throughout. Her prompts were perfect and her voice so soothing. Highly recommend a session with Issy.

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Weekly In-studio Classes

nature led . science backed . real  life practice

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nature led . science backed . real  life practice ✺

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