Do you secretly question your right to call yourself an artist? Does that inner voice whisper that your creativity has withered away or was never truly yours to claim? In this heartfelt episode of the iROSE Podcast, host Jodi Rose Gonzales helps you explore the journey back to your authentic creative self through a love letter written to your inner artist.

This short-form episode offers five practical, thoughtful ways to reconnect with your creativity—especially if it’s been a while. Learn how to move past creative trauma, reclaim your artistic identity, and establish nurturing rituals that invite creativity back into your life.

Key Takeaways

1. Creative trauma is real – Whether from direct criticism or subtle dismissal, these wounds can disconnect us from our natural creative flow. Acknowledging these wounds is the first step toward healing your relationship with your creativity.
2. Art is not a transaction – You don't need external validation, degrees, or a following to be an artist. Reclaiming your definition of art as a way of seeing, processing, and being in relationship with the world liberates your creative expression.
3. Rituals over results – Creating simple, sacred rituals around your creative practice invites your inner artist back without the pressure of producing something "good." When you prioritize play and give yourself permission for imperfection, you reconnect with your true creative self.

For Your Journal

• When did you first feel disconnected from your creative self? Write about this moment without judgment.
• What would a 5-minute creative ritual look like in your daily life?
• How might you respond to your inner critic the next time it appears during your creative practice?

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: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/creativefreedom