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

Instagram: @marian_musical

Facebook: Marian Musical

Support her work with Liquid Theatre Collective: 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.instagram.com/marian_musical/

https://www.facebook.com/MarianMusical

https://givebutter.com/liquid-theatre-collective

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.marianmusical.com/

https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Kp7MRSA6CCaFHJuidBZ3H

https://open.spotify.com/track/21OgGJpFH3GhR0C9mL7Y1u

https://open.spotify.com/artist/6r6nn96S15vpuJTzoLBp2L

https://www.instagram.com/cmd_sings/

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

#TheDreamLabPodcast #NegativeSelfTalk #PowerOfWords #FaithAndDreams #ChristianPersonalGrowth #DreamWithGod #LiveYourPurpose #TopFiveRegrets #BonnieWare #ChristianWomenPodcasts #SpiritualEncouragement

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

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/

Dallas Jankins Video About Five Loaves and Two Fish

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/

We’re picking up right where we left off in our last episode of The Dream Lab Podcast! After envisioning your ideal future and journaling what you saw, it’s time to take the next step: writing powerful, present-tense “I am” statements that anchor you to your God-given identity and purpose.

In this episode, host Christina B. walks you through how to turn your vision into language that inspires action, builds belief, and aligns with your faith. You'll learn how to use compelling verbs, speak life over your dreams, and write statements that reflect the future you're stepping into.

But that’s not all—we’ll also tackle one of the most common challenges in The Dream Lab course:

👉 How do I know what to focus on?

With only 24 hours in a day (and many of them spent sleeping or working!), it’s crucial to prioritize what matters most.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• How to craft meaningful “I am” statements rooted in truth and vision
• What it means to identify the center of the center of your heart’s desires
• How to discern whether something on your list is truly from God
• What to do when something on your heart feels exciting and a little scary
• How to focus your time and energy on what matters most in this season

This episode is filled with practical journaling prompts and spiritual insights to help you clarify your calling, build confidence, and pursue your dreams with wisdom and courage.

Grab your journal and pen—let’s dive in.

#TheDreamLabPodcast #ChristianPersonalDevelopment #IAmStatements #ChristianJournaling #ClarifyYourCalling #FaithBasedGoals #PurposeDrivenLife #DreamWithGod #VisionAndCalling #ChristianWomenPodcasts #LiveWithIntention

Welcome to The Dream Lab Podcast—a space for curious hearts, courageous action, and creating a life you truly love. I'm your host, Christina B., and I’m here to help you uncover your God-given dreams and pursue them—one small, intentional step at a time.

So, why The Dream Lab?

Because a dream is your most desirable or ideal life—and a lab is where you get to explore, observe, and experiment. This podcast is where those two ideas come together to help you reconnect with your purpose, design, and desires.

Whether you’re in a season of transition, rediscovery, or just feeling stuck, each episode will give you practical tools and soul-nourishing insights to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

🎧 Here’s what you’ll learn on the podcast:

• How to discover your dreams—even if you don’t know what they are yet
• The connection between mental, emotional, and physical wellness and your ability to dream courageously
• How to prioritize your time and energy to align with what truly matters
• Simple but powerful ways to envision your ideal life through imagination
• What to do when life feels overwhelming, uncertain, or just plain hard
• How to overcome limiting beliefs and rewrite your inner narrative

Each week, we’ll explore powerful topics like nervous system regulation, emotional resilience, identity in Christ, and spiritual growth. You’ll also hear from inspiring guests—experts and everyday people—who are living out their dreams and making an impact.

Subscribe now and become part of a growing community of dreamers, doers, and faith-led women who are ready to live with intention and impact. Welcome to The Dream Lab.

#TheDreamLabPodcast #ChristianPersonalDevelopment #FaithBasedPodcast #DiscoverYourPurpose #DreamWithGod #OvercomeLimitingBeliefs #VisionCasting #EmotionalWellness #ChristianWomenPodcasts #SpiritualGrowthJourney #CreateALifeYouLove

In this episode of The Dream Lab Podcast, host Christina B. dives into the powerful practice of vision and meditation—and how both can help you see your ideal life, not with your physical eyes, but with your spiritual imagination.

Whether you realize it or not, you're already meditating daily. Worry is just one common form of unintentional meditation, where your mind fixates on what could go wrong. But what if you could redirect that mental energy toward imagining what could go right?

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why most of us think in pictures, even when we don't realize it
• How to use your imagination to visualize your dream life with intention and faith
• Reflective prompts to help you journal through what your ideal next 12 months could look like
• How vision-based meditation can help align your heart with God’s vision for your life

This episode is a hands-on invitation to slow down, grab your journal, and start seeing your future with clarity and hope. Begin partnering with God to imagine and co-create a life you love—rooted in purpose, joy, and your unique design.

#TheDreamLabPodcast #ChristianMeditation #FaithAndVision #SpiritualImagination #JournalingWithGod #CreateYourIdealLife #FaithBasedPodcast #VisionCasting #ChristianWomenPodcasts #DreamWithGod #LiveWithIntention

In this episode of The Dream Lab Podcast, we’re continuing the journey we started last week with your first journaling assignment: looking back over your life to remember how far you’ve come.

This week, I’m inviting you to take that reflection even deeper—by doing it with a trusted friend. When I’ve walked through these journaling questions with others, the experience has always been rich, healing, and often sacred. By asking thoughtful follow-up questions and holding space, we create a safe environment for each other to uncover meaningful patterns and revelations—especially about how deeply God has been at work in our stories.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to:

• Deepen your journaling reflection by reviewing your answers with a friend
• Practice mindful, present listening without judgment or interruption
• Ask gentle, clarifying questions to understand someone’s heart more fully
• Reflect and respond without offering advice
• Prepare your heart and mind for the next step in the journaling series

You’ll also revisit key questions:

• What stood out in your journaling?
• Were there any surprises or emotional moments?
• Did you notice patterns or recurring themes?
• What might those themes reveal about your calling, gifts, or the way God uniquely designed you?

Why It Matters:

Life moves quickly, and it’s easy to forget who you are becoming in this season. This guided exercise helps you pause, slow down, and see the beauty of who God has made you to be right now. By noticing patterns, emotions, and affirmations from others, you’ll gain clarity and confidence in the unique design God has placed within you. This is more than just an exercise—it’s a way to deepen friendship, connect with your heart, and hear God’s voice in your story.

#TheDreamLabPodcast #FaithBasedPodcast #ChristianPersonalGrowth #JournalingWithGod #HealingThroughStory #GodGivenDreams #SpiritualReflection #ListeningWell #FriendshipAndFaith #ChristianWomenPodcasts #DiscoverYourCalling

In this deeply reflective episode of The Dream Lab Podcast, host Christina B. guides you through the Module 1 journaling exercise from the Dream Lab Workshop—an intentional process designed to help you uncover your God-given dreams by looking back at the key moments, influences, and emotions that have shaped you.

Through grounding breathwork, Scripture, and a series of heart-opening questions, you’ll discover patterns, themes, and divine threads woven into your story. Whether you’re seeking Christian personal growth, exploring biblical imagination, or wanting to live in alignment with God’s design, this episode will help you slow down, reflect deeply, and connect with God in a transformative way.

✨ Perfect for women of faith ready to dream with God, gain clarity on their calling, and live out the unique design placed within them.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to create space for God to speak into your dreams
• A simple breathwork practice to ground your mind and body
• Journaling prompts to reveal the unique design God placed within you
• How your past influences can shape your next chapter
• Ways to recognize recurring themes that guide your God-given vision

Why This Matters:

Too often, we rush toward the future without pausing to recognize how our past experiences, challenges, and joys reveal God’s fingerprints on our lives. This exercise helps you identify recurring themes and emotions so you can step forward with greater clarity and confidence in the dreams He’s placed within you.

If this episode blesses you, please take a moment to subscribe to The Dream Lab Podcast and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps more women like you dream with God. And don’t keep this to yourself! Share this episode with a friend who’s ready to uncover her God-given dreams.#TheDreamLabPodcast #FaithAndPurpose #ChristianPodcast #InnerHealing #FaithBasedGrowth #JournalingWithGod #DreamLabWorkshop #SpiritualGrowth #RediscoverYourStory #GodGivenDreams