In this milestone 52nd episode, host Jodi Rose Gonzales reflects on a transformative year of showing up weekly to the creative practice of podcasting. Drawing on yoga philosophy, personal transformation, and the powerful imagery of the gripped hand versus the open hand, this episode marks a threshold - both for Jodi and for the iROSE community moving into 2026.

Key Takeaways:

1. The Shift from Proving to Serving
2. Claiming Your Truth Requires Examining What Holds You Back
3. The Inner Critic Can Be Passive-Aggressive
4. Creating from Love Changes the Quality of Everything

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.

Art Prompt

Create an image of “gripping”, perhaps a gripped hand. Grip your own hand, and notice the experience. Then, create an image of “ungripping” after sitting with the experience of your ungripped hand. Consider, what are you gripping onto in your own life? How is life better served if you ungripped? Write a few sentences in response to your artwork; notice if you feel called to create a third image as a result of this process.

Resources & Links

iROSE Society: https://www.jodirosestudio.com/society