Hyphens Haven

Dréa Lewis
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Welcome to Hyphens Haven, the space for multi-hyphenate artists working on stage, and off; in front of the camera and behind the scenes. We share our paths and process to becoming who we are.

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    35. Between the Vision and the Evidence

    There is a space every artist enters that no one prepares you for—the space between what you know is possible and what your life can currently prove. In this episode of Hyphens Haven, I’m speaking from inside that space. The world feels heavy. The political climate is loud. Grief and optimism are living side by side. And still—the desire to work, to create, to build something aligned refuses to leave. Between the Vision and the Evidence is a meditation on what it means to keep going when the evidence hasn’t caught up to the calling yet. We talk about the quiet grief of unmet timelines, the discipline of creating without proof, and why alignment—not clarity—is often the truest compass. This is for the artists who are still showing up with tears in their eyes.  For those who feel early, not finished.  For anyone learning how to create honestly in the middle of uncertainty. I also share why I created The Artist Alchemy—a community born from the belief that artists were never meant to do this alone. There truly isn’t another space like it in the world: one where ambition and tenderness coexist, where artists gather not to compete but to alchemize, especially in moments like this. Because when artists come together with intention, we don’t just create work—we create what our souls need to keep moving forward. If you’re between the vision and the evidence, this episode is for you. Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend! https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/ http://www.dreamofdrea.com/ Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

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    Overcoming Creative Blocks in the Midst of Tragedies and Chaos

    In the face of tragedy and chaos, finding the motivation to create can feel impossible. This episode explores 10 practical techniques for overcoming creative blocks, managing stress, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Concerning the American Airlines jet and Blackhawk helicopter collision, we offer our sincerest condolences to the families and friends who are journeying through unimaginable pain. For anyone managing grief, we hope you are enveloped with peace and comfort. Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend! https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/ http://www.dreamofdrea.com/ Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

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    10 Strategies to Maintaining Sanity and Soaring as an Artist with Trump as President...Again

    Living through a second Trump presidency - or any politically turbulent period - presents unique challenges for artists. However, it also offers opportunities to create, connect, and contribute in meaningful ways. By prioritizing our mental health, leveraging our community, and using our art as a tool for expression and resistance, we can navigate this time with resilience and purpose. Here are some strategies for navigating this period while staying grounded and flourishing as an artist. Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend! https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/ http://www.dreamofdrea.com/ Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

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    The Business of Creativity: 6 Contract Clauses to Negotiate Your Worth

    For many artists, the creative process is the easy part—it’s the business side of the industry that feels overwhelming. Contracts, negotiations, and the often-intimidating process of demanding fair pay can be a daunting challenge. Yet, these skills are crucial for anyone in the creative field who wants to sustain a career and thrive financially. Let’s explore how artists can confidently navigate the business of creativity, ensure they’re fairly compensated, and safeguard their rights. Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend! https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/ http://www.dreamofdrea.com/ Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

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    10 Questions for Artists to Set Realistic Goals at the Start of the Year

    2025 has arrived! It's time for a refreshed mindset and to thrive! This episode is about equipping you…us… with questions to answer as we gather practical strategies to set realistic and achievable goals for our artistic journey in 2025. Questions include: What projects were the most fulfilling?Which skills did you improve upon to get through 2024? In what ways were you too ambitious?What areas of improvement can you acknowledge?What is your why?What are your top three to five priorities for the year?What do your monthly checkpoints look like as you approach your why?What are your plans to invest in your professional development?What self care methods will you schedule this year?How do you intend to celebrate your success?Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend! https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/ http://www.dreamofdrea.com/ Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

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    Bronzelens Experience and 5 Criteria for Submitting to Film Festivals

    Bronzelens Film Festival is held annually in August, my birth month and what an experience it is. In addition to sharing my thoughts on this event,  I offer 5 criteria you should consider before submitting to film festivals. Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend! https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/ http://www.dreamofdrea.com/ Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

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    10 Pioneering Black Women Multi-hyphenates

    Being a multi-hyphenated Black woman working as a writer, director, actor, and producer can be traced as far back to the 1910s. Here's an introduction to 10 Black women and an invitation to research them more. Madame E. Touissant Welcome Pearl Webb Drusilla Dunjee Houston Birdie Gilmore Tressie Souders Maria P. Williams Alice B. Russell Zora Neale Hurston Eloyce King Patrick Gist Eslanda Cardozo Goode Robeson Info on "The Delilah Factor" can be found at https://www.dreamofdrea.com/tdf/ Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend! https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/ http://www.dreamofdrea.com/ Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

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    Professional Boxer - Haven Brady, Jr.

    Haven Brady, Jr. is a rising star in the sport of boxing fighting in the super featherweight division. He has performed in arenas across the United States like MGM Grand in Vegas, State Farm Arena in Atlanta, to Madison Square Garden in New York City. He is from Albany, GA and is building an impressive resume. Follow him on Instagram and Facebook Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend! https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/ http://www.dreamofdrea.com/ Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

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Welcome to Hyphens Haven, the space for multi-hyphenate artists working on stage, and off; in front of the camera and behind the scenes. We share our paths and process to becoming who we are.

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    Dréa Lewis
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