A pause for effect is shorter, usually just 1 to 2 seconds. It creates the feeling that something is going to happen and lets words hang in the air so the audience can play with them in their minds.

The pause allows you to hear the complete question and gives you time to think of a suitable answer. Avoid interrupting the question; you may give an incorrect answer.

Pause: An interval of silence in speaking. Speech disfluencies: Breaks, irregularities, or vocal interrupters that occur within the flow of otherwise fluent speech. In public speaking, a pause is an …

LECTURE PAUSE = Designated lecture breaks or periods of time designed for reflection and self-evaluation. In a classroom setting, effective use of pauses can help facilitate student-centered …

This activity begins with common ways to “pause” a busy body and/or a busy mind, listed below under the “Engage” header. For some participants, you may want to start by simply trying one of the …

PAUSE One More Time for Safety Safety PAUSE PAUSE before you start ASSESS possible hazards

Pausing brings us into the present moment. The only moment that exists, as the past and future exist only in our minds. The eternal moment of now is the only moment where we have creative power. It …