# When the Best Action Is No Action

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Podcast: [We're All in This Together](https://stenobird.com/podcast/we-re-all-in-this-together-528089)
Published: 2026-06-02T18:38:09+00:00
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## Resource

We often feel pressure to respond, react, fix, or take action quickly when challenges, conflicts, or uncertainties arise. On this episode, I talk about why sometimes the wisest and most effective choice is to pause, wait, and resist the urge to act immediately (if at all). I explore the difference between intentional non-action and avoidance, the role patience and trust play in decision-making, and how creating space can often lead to greater clarity, perspective, and better outcomes. Resources: Mike Robbins Website (Newly Updated) Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky We're All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins

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