The iROSE Podcast: Empowerment Through Creativity

How to Release Self-Limiting Beliefs With Creativity & Mindfulness

In this episode, we explore the transformative power of letting go — and how the stories you tell yourself can either constrain you or set you free. Inspired by the creation and burning of the fifth Timberella sculpture, "Girl on Fire," you’ll uncover how the releasing of old mental patterns can lead you to profound self-liberation. 
You'll hear the story of Anne, a successful professional who felt trapped by the expectations of others, and how art-based mindfulness helped her reclaim her true self. Drawing from yoga philosophy and neuroscience, we discuss how repeated thoughts shape neural pathways — and how mindfulness and creativity can rewire your brain for greater freedom and self-acceptance.
✨ In this episode:
How self-constructs shape identity — and how to break free
The concept of "avidya" in yoga philosophy
The neuroscience behind self-limiting beliefs
A creative prompt to help you release outdated self-constructs
🔥 Watch the short documentary about the burning of Timberella 5 and explore the symbolism behind letting go (see link, below). Your true self exists beyond all stories — and through art and mindfulness, you can find your way home.
We’d love to hear your reflections or stories of transformation. Share your thoughts with us @JodiRose.Studio on IG or Facebook or tag us on social media using #TheiROSEPodcast.
Resources
This episode asks you to consider these questions:
Do you hold beliefs that you're not enough?
Do you have an inner critic that keeps you stuck?
Do you feel like you're living your life for someone else, or do you feel that conditions outside of yourself define how you live your life?
What kind of encouragement or support would help you redefine your self-image?
Set the intention of letting go by writing these words at the top of your journal page. Create any image of the first thing that comes to your mind – don't overthink it, just allow your hand to move intuitively. This might be abstract shapes, symbols, or a representational image – there's no right or wrong.
Once your image is complete, journal with it, asking: What wisdom does it have to share? What 1-3 specific actions can you take to let go of what burdens you?
Girl One Fire: Timberella 5 https://youtu.be/v-G2BzEWNME?si=juZx7WfbJxx4ms-7
iROSE Society: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/society
Creative Freedom: Eight Essential Keys to Unlock Inspiration: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/creativefreedom 
iROSE Academy/Waitlist: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/Academy

A Love Letter To Your Creative Block: Five Easy Steps to Silence Your Inner Critic & Get in Flow

Is your inner critic sabotaging your creativity with whispers of "not good enough" or "why bother"? Discover five powerful strategies to break through and rediscover your creative joy.
In this "shortie" episode, host Jodi Rose Gonzales speaks directly to your creative block—the painful, frustrating state where you desperately want to create but feel paralyzed by self-doubt. She explains why the inner critic isn't actually you (but rather a voice from past experiences or creative trauma), and offers practical, accessible techniques to move past resistance and back into creative flow. This episode serves as a compassionate guide for anyone struggling with perfectionism, self-judgment, or creative stagnation.
Key Takeaways:
Your inner critic isn't you. That critical voice stems from past experiences, not your true creative self. By recognizing this separation, you can begin to detach from its grip and move forward.
Creativity begins in the body. Before attempting to create, engage in physical movement, activate your senses, and establish grounding rituals to shift from head-space into embodied creativity.
Playfulness defeats perfectionism. Return to a childlike approach by experimenting with unexpected materials, setting low-stakes creative timers, and making "honest art" instead of "good art" to rediscover joy in the creative process.
We’d love to hear your reflections or stories of transformation. Share your thoughts with us @JodiRose.Studio on IG or Facebook or tag us on social media using #TheiROSEPodcast.
Resources
iROSE Society: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/society
Creative Freedom: Eight Essential Keys to Unlock Inspiration: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/creativefreedom 
iROSE Academy/Waitlist: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/Academy

Creative Compassing – How To Use Art-Based Mindfulness For Clarity and Direction

Have you ever felt like you're running in circles, collecting wisdom from external sources, yet never truly listening to yourself?What if the guidance you've been searching for has been with you all along, quietly waiting for you to tune in?
In today’s episode, you’ll embark on a journey into the heart of transformation through story and art. You’ll uncover a truth that is often overlooked—the greatest wisdom you seek isn’t outside of you; it’s within. But how do you access this inner wisdom? How do you learn to trust it? Through a powerful parable, a compelling case study, and neuroscience-backed insights, we’ll explore how art-based mindfulness can serve as your compass, guiding you toward clarity, confidence, and self-trust.
Key Takeaways:
Your Inner Wisdom is Always Present, But You Must Learn to Listen
Art-Based Mindfulness Bridges Intuition and Science
Creativity is a Compass That Leads You Home to Yourself
We’d love to hear your reflections or stories of transformation. Share your thoughts with us @JodiRose.Studio on IG or Facebook or tag us on social media using #TheiROSEPodcast.
Resources
Timberella Four Fine Art Prints: https://jodi-gonzales.mykajabi.com/offers/AjeoRRc2/checkout
Girl in the Woods Parables: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/parables
iROSE Society: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/society
iROSE Academy/Waitlist: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/Academy

The Power of Return: Transforming Trauma Through Art-Based Mindfulness

Have you ever found yourself avoiding a place, a memory, or an emotion tied to a painful chapter of your life? What if returning—not to relive the pain, but to reclaim your power—was the key to healing?
In this week’s episode of The iROSE Podcast, we explore the profound transformation that happens when you stop fighting your past, and instead, approach it with curiosity, acceptance, and creativity. Through personal stories and an engaging art prompt, you’ll uncover how radical acceptance can rewire the brain, turning painful experiences into sources of growth and resilience.
Key takeaways include:
The neuroscience behind avoiding vs. facing painful memories
The concept of radical acceptance and how it fosters emotional resilience
A guided art therapy exercise to help transform difficult experiences into creative expression
Join us for this inspiring conversation on how embracing our storms can lead to deeper self-awareness, growth, and renewal.
Resources
iROSE Society: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/society
The Girl in the Woods Parables: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/
References
Brach, T. (2003). Radical acceptance: Embracing your life with the heart of a Buddha. Bantam.

From Hollow to Whole: [Art – Based] Mindfulness and the Art Of Embracing Emptiness

In this thought-provoking episode, host Jodi Rose Gonzales explores how art-based mindfulness transforms emptiness into a catalyst for renewal. Through a compelling case study, trauma-informed neuroscience, and the story behind her own artwork, she reveals how stillness and perceived loss create the perfect conditions for growth. Additionally, she offers an intriguing-yet-simple art prompt to help you engage with these themes in your own creative practice.
Key Takeaways:
Emptiness isn’t an end: it can be a sanctuary for new beginnings
The science of stillness: explore the psychological frameworks demonstrating that rest fuels resilience
A practical art therapy prompt for exploring your own "hollow spaces" and “wholeness”
We’d love to hear your reflections or stories of transformation. Share your thoughts with us @JodiRose.Studio on IG or Facebook or tag us on social media using #TheiROSEPodcast.
Resources
iROSE Society: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/society
The Girl in the Woods Parables: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/
Journal Questions: 
After you create your piece:
Write in your journal, create poetry about the piece, or use the dialoguing technique with the artwork. In dialoguing, you’ll ask the artwork: 
What wisdom does it have to share about wholeness? 
What might this space be protecting?
What new growth might it be incubating?
What needs shelter, or nourishment before it can emerge?
References
Raichle, M. E. (2015). The Brain's Default Mode Network. Annual Review of Neuroscience, 38, 433-447.
van der Kolk, B. (2014). The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma.
Tedeschi, R. G., & Calhoun, L. G. (2020). Posttraumatic Growth: Theory, Research, and Applications.
Rogers, C. R. (1961). On Becoming a Person: A Therapist's View of Psychotherapy.

Nature-Based Art: Where Mindfulness Meets Yoga Philosophy

In this powerful episode, hist Jodi Rose Gonzales explores the transformative intersection of nature-based art making, mindfulness, and yoga philosophy. Through personal storytelling and expert insight, listeners delve into how creating art with natural materials can become a profound vehicle for emotional processing and healing. The episode features a compelling narrative that expands to explore how the eight limbs of yoga naturally emerge through nature-based art making. Listeners will examine how this practice aligns with both ancient eastern wisdom and modern trauma-informed neuroscience, making it accessible to practitioners of all backgrounds.
Key Takeaways
Nature-based art making naturally incorporates all eight limbs of yoga, creating a comprehensive mindfulness practice that goes far beyond traditional mat-based yoga.
Physical engagement with natural materials can serve as a powerful tool for processing emotions and transforming difficult memories into meaningful expressions.
The "Living Art Journal" practice offers a structured yet flexible approach to nature-based art therapy, combining intention-setting, mindful gathering of materials, and reflective journaling for personal growth.
We’d love to hear your reflections or stories of transformation. Share your thoughts with us @JodiRose.Studio on IG or Facebook or tag us on social media using #TheiROSEPodcast.
Resources
iROSE Society https://www.jodirosestudio.com/society
How To Make A Living Art Journal https://youtu.be/HQ4mYsKJGSA?si=kdNFUr89S5HoDFm1
Icicle Art For The Inner Child https://youtu.be/lAU_moKgnPw?si=9xp_xxNe-zVsl741
Easy Winter Ice Sculpture https://youtu.be/7H1KNSuK2aU?si=ah2PUPl9ovWfL8-6
Art for Anxiety: Nature Brushes https://youtu.be/g-I-REeKSoA?si=VT4uEQFL_Y46YL98 

Presence Over Progress: A Love Letter To The Overwhelmed

In this special Valentine's Day episode, host Jodi Rose Gonzales offers a heartfelt exploration of art-based mindfulness practices for navigating overwhelm. Through gentle wisdom and practical creative wellness strategies, she provides a compassionate framework for those feeling stuck or exhausted.
Key Takeaways
Understanding overwhelm through a mindfulness lens 
The power of micro-restoration and creative healing 
 Six practical strategies for managing periods of overwhelm 
We’d love to hear your reflections or stories of transformation. Share your thoughts with us @JodiRose.Studio on IG or Facebook or tag us on social media using #TheiROSEPodcast.
Resources
iROSE Society https://www.jodirosestudio.com/society

Release Emotional Overwhelm with Art-Based Mindfulness: A Step-by-Step Practice Guide

Have you ever felt so emotionally overwhelmed that you thought you might explode? What if you could transform that intense, bottled-up feeling into something healing and transformative? 
In this episode, host Jodi Rose Gonzales guides you through the power of art-making to release emotional overwhelm. She shares practical steps, personal insights, and a powerful client story to show how creative expression can calm your nervous system, externalize emotions, and create space for healing.
Key Takeaways:
Externalizing Emotions: Art allows you to give your emotions a tangible form, helping you understand and process them more effectively.
Regulating Your Nervous System: The act of creating art can activate your parasympathetic nervous system, lowering stress and calming both your mind and body.
Gaining Insights Through Creativity: Beyond emotional release, art-making fosters self-awareness, helping you uncover hidden patterns, boundaries, and emotional needs for long-term healing.
We’d love to hear your reflections or stories of transformation. Share your thoughts with us @JodiRose.Studio on IG or Facebook or tag us on social media using #TheiROSEPodcast.
Resources
iROSE Society: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/society

Resilience Through Gains Mindset: Transforming Life’s Disruptions into Growth

Have you ever experienced a moment that deeply disrupted your sense of self? 
This episode explores how these moments of disruption—career upheavals, a relationship loss, or health crisis—can become catalysts for profound personal transformation. Host Jodi Rose Gonzales introduces the concept of the "gains mindset," a psychological framework that helps individuals reframe their challenges into opportunities for growth. 
Using the story of Tina, an executive who faces job loss, and the character of Timberella from the host’s artwork series Girl in the Woods, we see how embracing a new narrative can open the door to personal development. Listeners will learn practical ways to apply the gains mindset through journaling prompts and an art-based mindfulness exercise.
Key Takeaways:
Gains Mindset: Focusing on recognizing incremental achievements and reframing past experiences to see growth.
Fixed vs. Growth Mindset: The contrast between seeing abilities as static vs. developable.
Post-Traumatic Growth: Positive transformation following significant life challenges.
Neuroplasticity: The brain's ability to reorganize and adapt through new perspectives.
We’d love to hear your reflections or stories of transformation. Share your thoughts with us @JodiRose.Studio on IG or Facebook or tag us on social media using #TheiROSEPodcast.
Resources
iROSE Society: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/society
Gains Mindset Journal Prompts: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/gains

Unlock Your Mind: How To Combine Creativity and Archetypes for Better Mental Health and Well-being

Have you ever wondered how archetypes—timeless symbols of human experience—can shape and enhance your creative practice? Are you ready to tap into the power of archetypes and discover new insights about yourself through art?
In today’s episode, host Jodi Rose Gonzales explores the fascinating world of art and archetypes, explaining how to incorporate these timeless themes into your creative practice. Tune in for inspiration as you learn how archetypes can also help you reconnect with your True Self through art.
Key Takeaways:
Explore Archetypes for Self-Discovery: Archetypes provide a roadmap for understanding your unique strengths and challenges. Incorporating these themes can enhance your mindfulness practice and offer deeper insights as a result.
Focus on the Process, Not the Outcome: Art-based mindfulness emphasizes the importance of the creative process over the final product. This approach encourages self-exploration and growth, rather than perfectionism or external validation.
Practical Resources for Artistic Exploration: Jodi shares ideas for those interested in exploring archetypes further. She also offers an art prompt to help listeners reflect on their strengths.
Connect with Us:
We’d love to hear your reflections or stories of transformation. Share your thoughts with us @JodiRose.Studio on IG or Facebook or tag us on social media using #TheiROSEPodcast.
Resources
iROSE Society: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/society
Archetypes Download: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/archetypes
Soul Collage: https://soulcollage.com/