The Dream Lab: DISCOVER YOUR DREAMS + FIND CLARITY IN YOUR CALLING

14. From Dream to Destiny: Elkin Antoniou G’s Journey in Film and Musical Theatre

In this inspiring episode of The Dream Lab Podcast, host Christina B. welcomes Elkin Antoniou, Co-Founder and Artistic Director of Liquid Theatre Collective, to share how her dream of writing, directing, and choreographing musical theatre has blossomed into her God-ordained purpose. Elkin reflects on how The Dream Lab course helped her take intentional baby steps that have shaped her path over the last decade, building confidence to live fully into her unique design and calling. Elkin emphasizes the transformative power of focused intentionality and the importance of carving out time for dreaming exercises in community. She shares stories that echo the experiences of Chelsea Brokordt, highlighting that the pursuit of your dreams often unfolds in unexpected ways. Her key advice? Don’t wait to discover your dreams or how they fit your divine design — take the first step and see where they lead you. In this episode, you’ll discover: * How intentional dreaming and community support can fuel your purpose * The power of baby steps in pursuing a creative, faith-driven life * Insights from Elkin’s unique journey from ballet dancer to musical theatre creator and creative activist * The role of faith and perseverance in fulfilling God’s calling About Elkin Antoniou: Elkin is a passionate musical theatre creator currently writing and producing the original musical Marian, inspired by the life of Marian Anderson. With a background as a professional ballet dancer and performer, she co-founded Summerhouse Cinema and Liquid Theatre Collective, combining storytelling with activism to address social justice issues worldwide. Elkin is a member of the Actors Studio Directors Unit & Play Development Unit and an alumna of CTI and Director’s Lab West. Stay connected with Elkin and learn more about Marian: marianmusical.com [https://www.marianmusical.com/] Instagram: @marian_musical [https://www.instagram.com/marian_musical/] Facebook: Marian Musical [https://www.facebook.com/MarianMusical] Support her work with Liquid Theatre Collective: givebutter.com/liquid-theatre-collective [https://givebutter.com/liquid-theatre-collective] #TheDreamLabPodcast #MusicalTheatre #CreativePurpose #FaithAndDreams #IntentionalLiving #ChristianCreatives #ElkinAntoniou #MarianMusical #DreamWithGod #ArtAndActivism You can find Elkin via the following: https://www.marianmusical.com/ [https://www.marianmusical.com/] https://www.instagram.com/marian_musical/ [https://www.instagram.com/marian_musical/] https://www.facebook.com/MarianMusical [https://www.facebook.com/MarianMusical] https://givebutter.com/liquid-theatre-collective [https://givebutter.com/liquid-theatre-collective]

12. Why You Need Clarity To Live Your Dreams With Chelsea Brokordt

In this inspiring episode of The Dream Lab Podcast, host Christina B. welcomes Chelsea Brokordt, multi-genre songwriter, jazz vocalist, and artist-in-residence, to share her powerful insights on living your dreams with clarity and grace. Chelsea, who was with The Dream Lab from the very beginning, opens up about balancing her dreams of writing music and lyrics for Broadway musicals with motherhood and everyday life. Chelsea dives deep into why clarity is essential for pursuing your dreams sustainably without burning out, especially during life’s transition seasons. She beautifully articulates that pursuing your God-given dreams is not just a personal journey but a reflection of God’s heart, inspiring those around you to discover their own dreams. In this episode, you’ll learn: * How to gain clarity to focus your time, energy, and creativity * Why pursuing dreams isn’t always black and white, and how to navigate ambiguity * How The Dream Lab course supports dreamers at transition points in life * The power of saying “yes” to who you were made to be and what you were made to do Chelsea also shares updates about her original musical Marian, inspired by Marian Anderson, a trailblazing Black opera singer. Follow Chelsea on Instagram and join her Patreon to stay connected with her latest creative work. About Chelsea Brokordt: Chelsea studied Music and Psychology at Chapman University, holds a Bachelor's in Music Therapy, and has co-written over 500 songs with children through her work with youth organizations. Her album Caged Bird was featured on NPR and LA Theater Works. Chelsea’s music has appeared on major platforms including Warner Brothers, CBS, MTV, and Apple. This episode is perfect for anyone seeking clarity, inspiration, and encouragement to live boldly in their unique design. #TheDreamLabPodcast #ClarityForDreamers #ChristianWomenPodcasts #DreamWithGod #BroadwaySongwriter #ChristianCreatives #PursueYourDreams #LifeTransitions #FaithAndClarity #ChelseaBrokordt #MarianMusical You can find Chelsea via the following: https://www.patreon.com/chelseamariedavis [https://www.patreon.com/chelseamariedavis] https://www.marianmusical.com/ [https://www.marianmusical.com/] https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Kp7MRSA6CCaFHJuidBZ3H [https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Kp7MRSA6CCaFHJuidBZ3H] https://open.spotify.com/track/21OgGJpFH3GhR0C9mL7Y1u [https://open.spotify.com/track/21OgGJpFH3GhR0C9mL7Y1u] https://open.spotify.com/artist/6r6nn96S15vpuJTzoLBp2L [https://open.spotify.com/artist/6r6nn96S15vpuJTzoLBp2L] https://www.instagram.com/cmd_sings/ [https://www.instagram.com/cmd_sings/]

13. Living Your Dreams Means Connecting To Your Own Heart

In this reflective episode of The Dream Lab Podcast, host Christina B. revisits the powerful topic of negative self-talk first explored in Episode 10, “Conquering Negative Self Talk: What You Think About and Say To Yourself Will Determine Your Results.” If you haven’t heard that episode yet, it’s essential listening to fully grasp the impact of your inner dialogue. Drawing from Mark 11, Christina reminds us of Jesus’ words: “You can have what you say.” Speaking life and faith over your dreams isn’t just motivational—it’s spiritual. Your words reveal the condition of your heart, so paying attention to what you say is a powerful way to understand your emotional and spiritual wellbeing. Feeling sad, angry, or joyful? Only you can discern your heart’s state—and God is ready to bring comfort and guidance where needed. Living your dreams is not only transformative for you but also gives others permission to pursue theirs. What if your dreams are a reflection of God’s heart, meant to inspire and bless those around you? Christina also shares insights from Bonnie Ware’s bestselling book, The Top Five Regrets of the Dying, highlighting the importance of living a life true to yourself—expressing your feelings, nurturing relationships, and embracing happiness. In this episode, you’ll reflect on: * The spiritual and psychological power of the words you speak daily * How your dreams can impact not just you but your community and the world * Life lessons from Bonnie Ware’s hospice experience about courage and authenticity * Practical encouragement to start exploring and prioritizing the dreams of your heart right now Beloved, don’t wait to make room for your dreams. If not you, then who? If not now, then when? Visit Bonnie Ware’s website for more insights: bronnieware.com [https://bronnieware.com/] #TheDreamLabPodcast #NegativeSelfTalk #PowerOfWords #FaithAndDreams #ChristianPersonalGrowth #DreamWithGod #LiveYourPurpose #TopFiveRegrets #BonnieWare #ChristianWomenPodcasts #SpiritualEncouragement

11. Create An Action Plan To Pursue Your Dreams Without Getting Overwhelmed

In this insightful episode of The Dream Lab Podcast, host Christina B. explores the crucial transition from inward dreaming with God to outward action. Building on earlier episodes that focused on envisioning your ideal life, Christina shares how the brain’s powerful ability to blur imagination and reality sets the foundation for pursuing your dreams with confidence. Referencing the famous Harvard Medical School study about piano players, she explains how vividly imagining your dreams activates your brain and body as if those dreams were already fulfilled—preparing you for real-life change. But dreaming alone isn’t enough. Christina guides you through practical, faith-based strategies for breaking your dreams down into baby steps—just like breaking down a big project (like baking a cake) into manageable tasks. In this episode, you’ll learn how to: * Balance inward visioning with outward, intentional action * Use your weekly calendar to schedule dedicated time for your dreams without overwhelm * Brainstorm and prioritize small, consistent baby steps toward your goals * Embrace flexibility and expect synchronicities as you move forward in faith * Choose your dreams when faced with everyday decisions Your homework this week includes reviewing your calendar, blocking off work and family time, identifying pockets for dream work, and committing 3-5 concrete tasks for each dream onto your schedule. This episode empowers you to move beyond dreaming and into consistent, joyful action—building the life God designed for you, step by step. #TheDreamLabPodcast #FaithAndAction #ChristianGoalSetting #DreamWithGod #ProductivityForDreamers #FaithBasedPlanning #LiveYourPurpose #ChristianWomenPodcasts #BabyStepsToDreams #VisionToReality

10. Conquering Negative Self Talk: What You Think About And Say To Yourself Will Determine Your Results

In this empowering episode of The Dream Lab Podcast, host Christina B. tackles a topic that affects every dreamer at some point: negative self-talk. Drawing from both psychology and neuroscience, Christina shares how your inner dialogue—what you believe and say to yourself—directly shapes your confidence, your choices, and your results. Too often, we focus on what we lack or why we think we’re not enough. But what if those thoughts are just limiting beliefs—and what if the opposite is actually true? Christina invites you to flip the script and challenge the lies by playing a powerful mindset game: 🎯 “What’s right about me?” You’ll be encouraged to list 10 amazing things about yourself—your strengths, talents, character traits, and more—and begin to speak life over your identity with truth and confidence. In this episode, you’ll learn: * Why your thoughts and words have a direct impact on your life * How negative self-talk holds you back from fulfilling your God-given dreams * The neuroscience behind belief systems and self-identity * A practical journaling activity to rewire your mindset and build positive self-belief * How to reflect on your dream journey so far with clarity and celebration Reflection prompts include: * What did you love most about envisioning your future with God? * What excites or surprises you about your dream list? * Is there something on your list that feels a little scary—and why might that be a good thing? Your words are powerful. Use them to build a life rooted in truth, courage, and possibility. #TheDreamLabPodcast #PositiveSelfTalk #FaithAndNeuroscience #ChristianMindset #LimitingBeliefs #DreamWithGod #GodGivenIdentity #ChristianWomenPodcasts #RenewYourMind #ChristianPersonalGrowth #OvercomingSelfDoubt Counterclockwise Study: The Science Behind Mindset and Ageing https://www.thecareside.com.au/post/counterclockwise-study-the-science-behind-mindset-and-ageing/ [https://www.thecareside.com.au/post/counterclockwise-study-the-science-behind-mindset-and-ageing/] Dallas Jankins Video About Five Loaves and Two Fish https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ISQMYrIHgxw [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ISQMYrIHgxw] Time Magazine article: The Brain: How The Brain Rewires Itself https://time.com/archive/6596791/the-brain-how-the-brain-rewires-itself/ [https://time.com/archive/6596791/the-brain-how-the-brain-rewires-itself/]