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.