It has been known for centuries and generations that women are expected to be nurturing and emotional, and men are expected to be tough and dominant. This can be seen in many different cultures, ranging on different levels. Although we do live in a progressive era, sensitivity or vulnerability is still a quality some males still strongly avoid or discourage. What do you guys think about male sensitivity? Today I have Jalen as my guest speaker, he will enlighten me about the “male world” and toge...
Nov 01, 2019•44 min
Have you ever felt the need to get away? Ever wondered what it would be like if you just left temporary without telling anyone? Some of you may feel like you just have so many responsibilities that you fear leaving everything behind for even just one hour. That may be the case for many of us, but do you believe you'd be gaining anything from not taking the chance? Are you running away from something at the moment. In This episode I’ve called “Off the Grid” I’ll be talking about my recent camping...
Oct 22, 2019•14 min
What do you constantly think or worry about? How do you deal with it? Do you find yourself overthinking? Today we are going to have a detox. We are gonna do some decluttering.
Oct 15, 2019•12 min
How do you respond to certain life situations? How do you respond to when people judge you? How do you respond to failure, loss or fear? How do you respond to world issues? With the many life situations that can happen to us individually, We can all experience the same situation but view and react to it differently. In this episode, I talk about the power of action and even the lack of action. We all make decisions in our lives that either result in a good or bad outcome. Tune in as I talk about...
Oct 01, 2019•16 min
What are the barriers preventing you to grow? Listen on how to address your barriers and how to work with it!
Sep 23, 2019•14 min
Have you ever told yourself "Hey I'm really proud of you." To some it may be easy to list out their accomplishments to others, to same it may be difficult. Sometimes our goals are slowed down by the wrong mindset.
Sep 17, 2019•12 min
There are some things in our life that we personally try to avoid thinking about, believing or accepting, There are even some things we try to avoid as a society, community and human race. Maybe it could be due to fear. We are always told to always look at the brighter side which is something I would always say, and still encourage. But sometimes it's okay to think on the other side just to have that reality check. Most especially at a larger scale, as a society, sometimes ignoring harsh truths ...
Sep 09, 2019•12 min
While summer only lasts about a couple months, those months become some of the most memorable moments in your life. Here is an episode where I reflect on my summer and the life lessons I’ve learned from it! I challenge you to list some things you’ve learned this summer!
Sep 02, 2019•15 min
How is your relationship with your past and future self? Have you ever tried writing letters to them? I know it sounds silly, but through this exercise, it has helped me have a clearer view of what and where I want to be in the future. I believe that are greatests goals in life can be easier achieved if we manifest and declare it ourselves. Having a relationship with my future self built more confidence in myself when viewing my future. In this episode you'll be hearing my personal letters to my...
Aug 27, 2019•13 min
(Please excuse my voice! I'm currently recovering from a cold.) It's easy to see the beauty in things, but what about when we are in the midst of trials? Here are some of my personal tips on finding beauty in all things around you during these times and the events that were involved. This episode can also be heard on Youtube with a brief inside look of my setup and highlighted parts of this episode. Don't forget to share this with your friends! Youtube- Pauline Ponders Instagram: @pauline.ponder...
Aug 14, 2019•22 min
Catch this live audience session at the EUSA CYN Youth Summit 2019. I got the privilege to interview Pastor Jessie Maghacot Pastora Van Torres and Pastor Allan Floro, our beloved regional pastors. Together we talk about the start of JIL EUSA and the importance of community. They share their personal experiences and journeys in building the JIL community for His glory AS ONE. If you haven’t already, follow/subscribe to Pause, Sip & Ponder! Again, praise God for this opportunity! It was such a...
Jul 17, 2019•58 min
Failure. Probably one of the most uncomfortable feelings and situations we can get in. It can bring out the worst in us, or it could motivate us even more to keep going. Join Eric and I as we talk about our experience with failure
Jun 22, 2019•1 hr 9 min
I always get excited when I get artists and creatives on my podcast. Anyone can proclaim yourself an artist, but I think the art is nothing without the artist himself/herself. In this episode, Annie talks about her fashion, style and art journey. With changes in her life, her art also follows. Tune and hear her story!
May 24, 2019•56 min
Hey Ponderers! Hopefully you haven't forgotten me yet! These past weeks have been a lot of changes but also a lot of growing. Recently I've realized how most of my life has been living up to expectations and making my loved ones proud. Although it isn't necessarily bad because its helped me get out of my comfort zone, accomplish great things and brought me new opportunities, it has been a lot of pressure and I barely have time to do what I want to do. Once adulting hit, I got more responsibiliti...
May 17, 2019•27 min
How vulnerable are you? Do you think it is necessarily good or bad to be? There are many instances that have us feeling vulnerable to the world. It is an uneasy feeling to have but it can also bring out the strengths in us. Vulnerable situations are inevitable and cause us to feel weak. But what are you going to do about it? How can you turn fear into triumph. Join Nicole and I as we tie this topic with our personal experiences with sexual assault and harassment. You are not alone. Call 800.656....
Apr 26, 2019•46 min
Hello Ponderers! The episodes really keep getting better. Do you find yourself fully living or just surviving? Are your circumstances getting in the way of reaching full happiness? In Garrett Taira's case dealing with Chronic Intestinal Pseudo Obstruction, he definitely does not let it stop him and approaches life with optimism, hope, excitement and drive. Despite the challenges, he has stayed positive, has the most warming smile and has used his gifts in acting, dancing and speaking in front of...
Apr 19, 2019•50 min
Quick, you got a note in the mail giving you an official notice that it's your last day. What do you do? In this episode I discuss what I would do and I hope to push you to do make the best out of everyday you are blessed with.
Apr 12, 2019•14 min
Oh boy, I’m so excited to share this episode with you. Join me friend Nico and I as we talk about our ever so challenging, complicated yet beautiful spiritual walk with God. This episode is not just for my Believers out there but really anyone who is interested in the trials we too face as humans lol. We also discuss how we encountered God in our most darkest times, how we’ve failed God countless times but how His Love is never ending.
Apr 05, 2019•1 hr 10 min
Whether you’re introverted and extroverted, us humans always desire that sense of belonging and being around people. Join Adam and I as we discuss our thoughts on community and how it has helped shaped us to develop into the individuals we are today. With the many great things being in a community can bring, without the right focus and foundation, it can eventually fall apart. Find out how to get out of your comfort zone and into the world. Your life is valuable and can also be used to contribut...
Mar 29, 2019•1 hr 7 min
Are you more of a Worrier or a Warrior? Join me as we talk about worry, it’s affects on our health, how we can worry less, and how sorry can actually be a blessing in disguise. Instrumentals- Gil Wanders (IG @gilwanders)
Mar 22, 2019•21 min
Social media is one the most influential tools we use today. In this episode, I had the privilege on interviewing Youtuber Glory aka "Rice" from her youtube channel "Slice N' Rice" with her boyfriend. Tune in as she talks about her experience in becoming full time on Youtube.
Mar 15, 2019•53 min
This episode is a recap of what Pause, Sip & Ponder is all about, it’s goals, and what kind of guests I’m looking for.
Mar 08, 2019•10 min•Ep. 2
We all have dreams and aspiration in life, but sometimes our parents can get in the way of them, or have a big influence on us where it is hard to balance what we want and what they want. Join Christian and I talk about our experiences with parental pressures and expectations.
Feb 22, 2019•55 min
I’m so excited to start this new series called “Pauline’s Thoughts” in where I give you an inside scope of my person journal entries and thoughts! In this episode you’ll be hearing about what I think Love is and my experience with it!
Feb 15, 2019•16 min
It’s Love month! Join my guest Aksara and I as we talk about our journey and experiences with relationships, ideas and thoughts on love and our thoughts on dating in today’s society.
Feb 08, 2019•43 min
With the joys that come with being an artist, it also comes with trials. Some may be discouraged by family expectations and disappointment, financial worry, and hit a confidence battle with themselves due to the competition that surrounds them. But even with those trials, a true artists never turns back from their passion. Join my friends Gabe, Gil & I as we discuss our experiences and trials as artists.
Feb 01, 2019•41 min
Although in my podcast I'm all about positivity, encouragement and smiles, I think it's also important to discuss the darker topics. With some eventful things in my life and hard circumstances, at the age of 13, I was already dealing with depression, self-harm and suicidal thoughts. In this episode, my friend Bailey and I discuss our stories, our journey dealing with depression, our triumphs and our thoughts on how depression is portrayed in social media and entertainment today.
Jan 25, 2019•57 min
In a world that is so diverse with different beliefs, thoughts and religions, I think most of us have questioned our existence, our purpose and why everything is the way it is. Even with craziness and hate in the world, there's something that has always remained and where we can even find it in the darkest times, and it's love. But why is there love, where does it come from and where do we find it? As a Believer, I always had questions of my existence and I always find it centered back to God, e...
Jan 18, 2019•45 min
First I believe everyone has their own inner artist and we are built to be creative, one way or another. Listen to Gil and I talk about our journey with art, Gil’s widsom on photography and challenges that might keep us from using our full artist potential. You can follow Gil through his music and film journey on IG @gilwanders . You can also find me on IG @pauline.ponders
Jan 11, 2019•28 min
*UPDATE: Podcast name change on to Pause, Sip & Ponder 1/7/19. Yay, my first episode! Listen in to find out why I started Coffee and Convos in the first place and a short intro about me, which will later bring me to my topic of "The Art of Listening". Would you consider yourself as a good listener? In a world that is full of noise and chaos it can be difficult at times. In today’s episode, we talk about the importance of becoming better listeners, its benefits and what we should be listening...
Jan 04, 2019•15 min
