Vincent Freke's definitions
A deliberate pause taken after effort, where the mind continues working subconsciously, leading to sudden growth or clarity when you return.
Artists: “I’m on a metapause from anatomy studies , I’ll come back sharper.”
Gamers: “Took a metapause from ranked, came back cracked.”
Writers: “This draft needs a metapause before I edit.”
Everyday life: “I had to metapause on that decision, now it makes sense.”
Gamers: “Took a metapause from ranked, came back cracked.”
Writers: “This draft needs a metapause before I edit.”
Everyday life: “I had to metapause on that decision, now it makes sense.”
by Vincent Freke September 8, 2025
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