If you’ve been feeling stuck, stressed, or like there’s never enough time, this episode is for you!

Many of us believe that pushing through exhaustion is the only way to be productive, but what if pausing for just a few minutes could create powerful shifts?

In this episode, we explore how simple, mindful art practices can help reset your body and mind in just five minutes. We discuss how creative exercises can process emotions, calm the nervous system, and unlock deeper wisdom. By the end of this conversation, you’ll see how incorporating small moments of creativity can help you reclaim focus, clarity, and calm in your day.

Featured Guest:

Jodi Rose Gonzalez is a nature-based artist, art therapist, yoga teacher, and social entrepreneur. With a passion for blending mindfulness and creativity, Jodi helps individuals use art as a tool for self-discovery, emotional regulation, and personal transformation. She previously led a powerful workshop in my community, where I experienced firsthand the profound impact of mindful art on stress relief and focus. Today, she’s here to guide us through simple yet powerful exercises that you can use anytime to reset your energy and shift your mindset.

Access the full-length workshop here.

Episode Highlights:

• Why Taking Breaks Boosts Productivity – The common myths about productivity and why pushing through exhaustion isn’t always the answer.
• How Creativity Plays a Role in Peaceful Productivity – My personal journey of burnout, rediscovering creativity, and how it became a key pillar of my approach.
• Jodi’s Introduction to Mindful Art – How Jodi combines art therapy and mindfulness to help people access inner clarity and calm.
• A Simple Art Exercise for Processing Emotions – A guided practice that involves drawing your emotions, stretching, and reflecting on the messages that emerge.
• Why This Works Even If You’re Not an Artist – The power of creativity as a process, not an outcome, and how it can support your mental well-being.
• How to Incorporate Creativity into Your Daily Life – Practical tips for making mindful art a part of your routine without adding more to your to-do list.

End the overwhelm and move towards Peaceful Productivity. Shift from the traditional grind to a mindful approach, prioritizing quality over quantity. Integrate high-impact tasks with mindfulness practices. Start by downloading the Wheel of Peaceful Productivity!

Or book a complimentary productivity assessment with me and start reshaping your approach to productivity and success.

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