On more than one occasion, I have had listeners tell me they appreciate how much I use the pause as an effective tool to let them dwell in the story.
For me, it's an internalized habit I've had for years. While I might be able to articulate why it works, now I don't have to! Read this article by storyteller Rudolf Roos, where he eloquently lays out all the benefits of using the pause in your storytelling.
