Discover how habit bundling transforms self-care from obligation into pleasure by pairing what you want to do with what you're already doing. Host Jodi Rose Gonzales reveals why this simple strategy is actually a deeply creative act—one that honors where you are while inviting in where you want to go. Key Takeaways Habit Bundling as Creative Composition: Habit bundling isn't just productivity jargon—it's the art of composing your life by layering experiences and creating something new while honoring what already exists. The Neuroscience of Borrowing Pathways: When you bundle a new habit with an established one, you're building onto a neural pathway that's already solid rather than starting from scratch. Your brain loves patterns and predictability, making bundling more sustainable than willpower alone. The Magic of "While": Shifting from "I should" (heavy, obligation-laden) to "while I'm at it" (light, pleasure-added) transforms how change feels in your body. You're not adding pressure—you're adding pleasure to something that already has momentum. Art-Based Mindfulness as Ultimate Bundle: When you practice art-based mindfulness, you're automatically bundling multiple beneficial experiences: emotional processing, nervous system regulation, creative fulfillment, flow state, mindfulness practice, and sometimes even movement—all in one rich, layered, integrated practice. Resources Learn more about the Living Art Journal practice (video linked in episode description) https://youtu.be/HQ4mYsKJGSA?si=_UnIB5hnKtPVFtJA Join the iROSE Society: jodirosestudio.com/society Explore upcoming Offerings & Masterclasses: jodirosestudio.com/offerings References Clear, J. (2018). Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones. Avery.