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Big Dreams & Little Things
Maria Wronski-Ellis,Karina Kampe
24 episodes
21 hours ago

Join creative visionaries Karina Kampe and Maria Wronski-Ellis as they navigate the delicate balance between pursuing bold aspirations while mastering the everyday habits that lead to success. This podcast connects ambitious individuals with practical accountability strategies and soulful inspiration—whether you're running a business or simply seeking to live with more purpose and fulfillment.


Based between Sweden's picturesque Gotland Island and the sun-drenched Portuguese countryside, these two songwriters, artists, and educators bring their diverse creative backgrounds to conversations that matter. From conquering imposter syndrome to crafting powerful morning rituals, each episode delivers actionable insights for those who feel stuck yet know they're meant for more.


As creators of the innovative ECtA model, Karina and Maria don't just share theories—they provide practical tools for transformation. Each episode includes challenges and exercises designed to enhance your experience and create lasting change in your personal and professional life.

Big Dreams & Little Things isn't just talk—it's your invitation to join a community of like-minded individuals ready to transform obstacles into opportunities. Whether you're struggling with time management, clarity of purpose, or simply need the encouragement to start "scrappy" instead of perfect, Karina and Maria offer the gentle accountability and creative wisdom to help you thrive on your unique path.



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Join creative visionaries Karina Kampe and Maria Wronski-Ellis as they navigate the delicate balance between pursuing bold aspirations while mastering the everyday habits that lead to success. This podcast connects ambitious individuals with practical accountability strategies and soulful inspiration—whether you're running a business or simply seeking to live with more purpose and fulfillment.


Based between Sweden's picturesque Gotland Island and the sun-drenched Portuguese countryside, these two songwriters, artists, and educators bring their diverse creative backgrounds to conversations that matter. From conquering imposter syndrome to crafting powerful morning rituals, each episode delivers actionable insights for those who feel stuck yet know they're meant for more.


As creators of the innovative ECtA model, Karina and Maria don't just share theories—they provide practical tools for transformation. Each episode includes challenges and exercises designed to enhance your experience and create lasting change in your personal and professional life.

Big Dreams & Little Things isn't just talk—it's your invitation to join a community of like-minded individuals ready to transform obstacles into opportunities. Whether you're struggling with time management, clarity of purpose, or simply need the encouragement to start "scrappy" instead of perfect, Karina and Maria offer the gentle accountability and creative wisdom to help you thrive on your unique path.



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Big Dreams & Little Things
Reflection Session for Episode 20- The Magic of the Voice

In this reflection episode, Karina and Maria dive into their biggest takeaways from their conversation with voice coach Amber Mogg Cathy. They explore themes of reconnection, courage, and staying true to yourself through life's transitions.


Main Topics:

  • Reconnecting with Your Voice - Maria shares how the episode inspired her to start singing again after years of neglect
  • The Courage to Reinvent Yourself - Amber's journey from artist to teacher and adapting your career to different life phases
  • The Challenge of Starting Over - Amber left Nashville after 26 years and rebuilt in Denver, including joining a "Soulful Coaching Circle"
  • The Meaning of Authenticity - From Nashville Vocal Studio to Amber Mogg Cathy Voice - being yourself in your brand
  • Playfulness and Experimentation - How play is the key to discovering your authentic voice


Timestamps:

  • 00:00 - Introduction and episode overview
  • 00:35 - Maria's reflection: Reconnecting with her own voice
  • 02:20 - The importance of having a coach, even as a professional
  • 03:20 - Karina's takeaway: Amber's honesty about not wanting the touring life
  • 04:20 - The challenge of reinventing yourself and changing priorities
  • 04:46 - Audio clip: Amber's move to Denver after 26 years in Nashville
  • 06:48 - Discussion: The courage of starting over
  • 08:00 - Moving with family vs. moving alone - different challenges at different ages
  • 10:19 - Listener reflection from Sarah: The red jacket story
  • 12:29 - Tiny Experiment: One Minute Voice Reset
  • 13:20 - Karina demonstrates the humming exercise
  • 15:19 - Wrap-up and where to find us
  • 16:23 - Preview: Victory Dance


Listener Contribution: Sarah shares how the episode inspired her to buy a red jacket instead of black and white, transforming her presentation experience - "faking it from the outside in."

This Week's Tiny Experiment: One Minute Voice Reset - Take one minute daily to hum or sing one note, just for yourself. Focus on vibrations in your body rather than sound. Let it be soft, playful, and leading. Notice effects on mood, focus, and creativity.

Links:

Amber Mogg Cathey Voice & The Vocal Pro Membership

🌐 Amber Mogg Cathey Website

🎧 Vocal Tips in 10 Podcast

📸 @ambermoggcatheyvoice


Mentioned in This Episode

  • Sara Strese – Good Ready Co.


Featured ECtA Links

Join the IGNITE Waitlist

 Subscribe to Backstage Wednesday

Follow Big Dreams & Little Things on Instagram — @bigdreams.ecta

Webb: www.ectahub.net/thevoice

Next week: Victory Dance - celebrating the small wins that light your spark!

Big Dreams and Little Things - where big dreams grow through little things.

Connect With Us

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21 hours ago
16 minutes 48 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things
The Magic of the Voice with guest Amber Mogg Cathey

It’s Halloween — a night when masks come off — and what better moment to talk about finding your real voice?

In this special episode of Big Dreams & Little Things, Karina and Maria talk with Amber Mogg Cathey, creator of Amber Mogg Cathey Voice Studio.

Amber opens up about what it really means to reinvent yourself — from her early dreams of stardom and years in Nashville’s music industry to the moment she decided to stop touring and start teaching.

What unfolds is a deeply human story about healing, purpose, and building a brand that truly reflects who you are. The conversation flows from stage lights to color palettes — and yes, even what not to name your business and why to do it anyway!

Amber shares how she built a life and brand rooted in joy, play, authenticity, and community — and how you can do the same.

She also gives us a hands-on challenge to reconnect with your own voice and creativity. And as usual we dig deep in science and tiny experiments on this weeks topic.

Enjoy!


“I didn’t lose my dream — I reshaped it.” — Amber Mogg Cathey


Main Topics Covered

  • Leaving the artist grind — why Amber chose not to be a touring performer
  • The courage to build a purpose-driven brand (Amber Mogg Cathey Voice & The Vocal Pro Membership)
  • Reinvention through service, education & creativity
  • Voice science and emotional healing — the vagus nerve and three diaphragms
  • Motherhood, identity, and artistic integrity
  • The importance of play and experimentation in business
  • Building an authentic online presence and creative community
  • How ECtA and accountability fuel long-term growth


References & Resources

Amber Mogg Cathey Voice & The Vocal Pro Membership

🌐 Amber Mogg Cathey Website

🎧 Vocal Tips in 10 Podcast

📸 @ambermoggcatheyvoice


Mentioned in This Episode

  • Berklee College of Music
  • The Bluebird Café, Nashville
  • Polyvagal Theory – Stephen Porges, PhD
  • The Science of Singing & Vagus Nerve
  • Voice Science & the Three Diaphragms – Journal of Voice, 2021
  • Eva Cassel
  • Sara Strese – Good Ready Co.


Featured ECtA Links

Join the IGNITE Waitlist

 Subscribe to Backstage Wednesday

Follow Big Dreams & Little Things on Instagram — @bigdreams.ecta

Connect With Us

Website: www.ectahub.net

Podcast Instagram: @Bigdreams.ecta

Podcast Facebook: @Bigdreams.ecta


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1 week ago
48 minutes 3 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things
Reflection Session for Episode 19 - Mindfulness

What if your greatest creative block isn’t lack of inspiration — but lack of presence?

In this episode of Big Dreams & Little Things, hosts Karina Kampe (certified transformational coach, artist, creative entrepreneur, and songwriter) and Maria Wronski-Ellis (artist, songwriter, educator, and author of the upcoming The Mindful Songwriter) explore how mindfulness can transform your creative process — from chaotic overthinking to calm, confident flow.

You’ll hear stories (yes, one includes George Lucas and Star Wars), science-backed insights, and gentle reminders that creativity isn’t just about doing more — it’s about being here more.




Topics Covered

  • The surprising link between mindfulness and creativity
  • How George Lucas used presence and intention to create entire worlds
  • Why your brain literally changes when you practice mindfulness
  • The hidden health benefits of slowing down
  • A 5-minute “Tiny Experiment” that can instantly boost joy and focus
  • How to cultivate calm even in chaotic creative seasons
  • Maria's Upcoming book "The Mndful Songwriter"

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2 weeks ago
12 minutes 12 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things
How Mindfulness Can Unlock Your Creative Flow

What if your greatest creative block isn’t lack of inspiration — but lack of presence?

In this episode of Big Dreams & Little Things, hosts Karina Kampe (certified transformational coach, artist, creative entrepreneur, and songwriter) and Maria Wronski-Ellis (artist, songwriter, educator, and author of the upcoming The Mindful Songwriter) explore how mindfulness can transform your creative process — from chaotic overthinking to calm, confident flow.

You’ll hear stories (yes, one includes George Lucas and Star Wars), science-backed insights, and gentle reminders that creativity isn’t just about doing more — it’s about being here more.


Topics Covered

  • The surprising link between mindfulness and creativity
  • How George Lucas used presence and intention to create entire worlds
  • Why your brain literally changes when you practice mindfulness
  • The hidden health benefits of slowing down
  • A 5-minute “Tiny Experiment” that can instantly boost joy and focus
  • How to cultivate calm even in chaotic creative seasons
  • Maria's Upcoming book "The Mndful Songwriter"



Connect With Us

Website: www.ectahub.net

Podcast Instagram: @Bigdreams.ecta

Podcast Facebook: @Bigdreams.ecta


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3 weeks ago
25 minutes 42 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things
Reflection Session for Episode 18 – Authenticity

Reflection 18 — Authenticity: Showing Up as You

Can you be authentic and still belong — or does honesty always come at a cost?

In this reflection episode of Big Dreams & Little Things, hosts Karina Kampe and Maria Wronski-Ellis explore the tension between truth and belonging, courage and restraint — a must-listen for creative entrepreneurs and solopreneurswho care about authentic leadership and real connection.

Maria admits she’s skeptical — “Are politicians even real people anymore?” — while Karina reflects on her own time “on the barricades,” standing up for what mattered but paying the price in bruises and burnout. Together, they ask: How much truth can we carry before it starts to hurt?

The conversation expands on Episode 18’s story of Malala Yousafzai, whose courage to speak up changed her life — and the world. What does she have in common with Jane Austen? And how does authenticity unfold through art, leadership, and literature? Karina also shares her honest (and slightly conflicted) thoughts on Liz Gilbert’s At the Way to the River.


And one of our listeners shares her story and gives us this week's Tiny Experiment!


The Tiny Experiment

This week’s practice:

Notice when you start to shrink your words or ideas.

Instead of saying, “Just a small thought…”, try saying,

“I have something to say.”


Observe what changes in your tone, posture, and confidence.



Tools & Takeaways

• Authenticity doesn’t mean exposure — it means alignment.

• Cherish your truth and protect your process.

• Body language can shape how authentic you feel — stand center-stage, breathe, and claim your space.

• Courage can be quiet. Sometimes it’s knowing when to pause, not when to speak.


Resources Mentioned

• I Am Malala – Malala Yousafzai

• At the Way to the River – Elizabeth Gilbert

• Big Magic – Elizabeth Gilbert


About ECtA

The ECtA Method (Empower Change through Accountability) helps self-led creatives and solopreneurs stay in motion through structure, reflection, and community support.


Next up:

🗓 October 23rd — Strategic Focus: Doing the right things, not just more things

💻 Sign up at ectahub.net.


Next Week

We’ll explore Mindfulness and Creativity — diving into the mind of George Lucas, blending science, storytelling, and a few Tiny Experiments from Maria’s upcoming book The Mindful Songwriter.


Stay Connected

Follow us on Instagram→ @bigdreams.ecta

Subscribe on YouTube → Big Dreams & Little Things

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4 weeks ago
17 minutes 9 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things
Authenticity - Showing up as You

In a world of filters, polished feeds, and curated perfection, what does it really mean to be authentic? Is it about baring it all — or is there a smarter, braver balance between being real and being raw?

In this episode of Big Dreams & Little Things, hosts Karina Kampe (certified transformational coach, artist, creative entrepreneur, and songwriter) and Maria Wronski-Ellis (artist, songwriter, educator, and author of the upcoming The Mindful Songwriter) dive deep into the art of showing up as your true self.

From Malala Yousafzai’s fearless stand to Greta Thunberg’s unapologetic voice, we explore the science and stories behind authenticity — and how you can harness it as your strength (without oversharing or burning out).

And yes, Karina really did record this one without a shower, makeup, or sleep… talk about walking the talk. 😉




Topics Covered

  • Why perfection can actually make us boring
  • Malala Yousafzai: authenticity under fire (literally)
  • Greta Thunberg and the teenage fire for truth
  • Self-Determination Theory & mirror neurons (science of why we connect with realness)
  • Authentic vs. transactional vs. transformational leadership
  • Where authenticity ends and overexposure begins
  • Reality TV vs. real life: when “authentic” is just strategy
  • Boundaries as part of being real (personal but not private)
  • Tiny Experiments: “Blossoming Through the Eyes of the Authors I Choose”



Episode Timeline

00:00 – Why perfection dulls our sparkle

03:00 – Malala’s story: standing up for truth

07:00 – Greta Thunberg’s courage at the UN

10:00 – The psychology of authenticity (SDT, mirror neurons)

12:00 – Leadership styles: transactional, transformational, authentic

13:00 – Reality TV vs. reality: what’s real, what’s staged

16:00 – Artists, labels, and the push for “more”

18:00 – Adele, boundaries, and congruence

20:00 – Authenticity + business values

22:00 – Tiny Experiment: Reading as blossoming



All links are at www.ectahub.net/authenticity



ECtA: Empower Change through Accountability

Want to practice authenticity in a safe, structured way? That’s exactly what our ECtA workshops offer.

  • Monthly 1-hour sessions on focus, voice, progress, and support.
  • Guided Quick Accountability Meetings — set goals, get reflection, leave with momentum.
  • Next up: October 23 – Strategic Focus: Doing the right things, not just more things.

And if you’re ready to go deeper, join Ignite, our 3-month program starting January 2026. Think of it as accountability with a victory dance. 💃

👉 Join the waiting list


Connect with Us

  • Instagram: @bigdreams.ecta
  • YouTube: Big Dreams & Little Things
  • Newsletter: Backstage Wednesday (weekly inspiration straight to your inbox)
  • Website: www.ectahub.net


And remember: Show up, speak up, and never skip the victory dance!

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1 month ago
25 minutes 46 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things
Reflection Session for Episode 17 - Your business as the third partner

Episode Overview

Our very first Reflection episode! This week, we slow down to revisit Episode 17 on how business can become a
“third partner” in marriage, the hidden toll of always being on, and why boundaries matter. We share a listener’s
powerful insight, plus Maria’s Tiny Experiment (with a little music 🎸).


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Instagram: @Bigdreams.ecta

Facebook: @Bigdreams.ecta

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Podcast Instagram: @Bigdreams.ecta

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1 month ago
9 minutes 38 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things
When Your Business Becomes the Third Partner in Your Marriage

Episode overview

Running your own business can be exhilarating — and quietly exhausting. In this Season 2 Premiere, Karina and Maria open up about the “third partner” that enters many relationships: the business itself. From late-night emails to creative sparks at bedtime, we explore how to protect what matters most while still building big dreams.

You’ll hear Arianna Huffington’s dramatic collapse and redefinition of success, discover why your brain clings to unfinished tasks (the Zeigarnik effect), and get practical nudges and tiny experiments that help you reclaim presence at home — without losing momentum at work.


Topics Covered

  • When your business starts acting like a “third partner” in your relationship
  • Why entrepreneurship fuels both freedom and friction at home
  • Arianna Huffington’s collapse and her redefinition of success
  • The Zeigarnik effect: why unfinished tasks keep buzzing in your brain
  • Dopamine loops, multitasking, and the hidden cost of constant notifications
  • Cortisol, sleep, and why recovery is essential for creativity and health
  • Setting boundaries: no-work zones, top-3 lists, and idea capture systems
  • The new Reflection Weeks format — weekly connection with listeners
  • This week’s Tiny Experiments: open-ended questions, learning guitar, fiction reading
  • Looking ahead: Authenticity in the age of AI (Episode 18)


Connect With Us

Website: www.ectahub.net

Podcast Instagram: @Bigdreams.ecta

Podcast Facebook: @Bigdreams.ecta


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1 month ago
26 minutes 54 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things
Season 1 Revisited - What We Learned, What We Loved & Where We're Going

Episode Overview

Season 1 is officially wrapped! In this special highlight reel, Karina Kampe and Maria Wronski-Ellis look back on 15 episodes of creativity, accountability, and community. From our scrappy beginnings to poetry challenges, guest interviews, and tiny experiments, we share what we’ve learned, the surprises along the way, and a sneak peek at what’s next in Season 2.


Topics Covered

  • Lessons learned from starting “scrappy”
  • Why The Power of Two is our foundation
  • Insights from guests: Liz Gilbert, Tonia Thorne, Charlotte Wihk
  • The learning curve of podcasting (sound, titles, audience)
  • Which episodes resonated most (and which need rediscovery)
  • Creative practices: Object Writing, Alter Ego Challenge, Poetry
  • How ECtA workshops connect to podcast themes
  • What to expect in Season 2: courageous guests, reflection episodes & practical tools



Episode Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome to the Finale

00:54 – Our Scrappy Start (Start Scrappy)

01:31 – The Power of Two (Tolkien & Lewis)

02:10 – Guests & Inspiration (Liz Gilbert, Tonia, Charlotte)

02:47 – Looking Ahead to Season 2 Guests (Amber Mogg Cathey & more)

03:57 – Challenges Along the Way (sound & reaching listeners)

05:22 – Episodes We Loved (and Titles that Confused) (Motherhood & The Muse)

06:09 – Staying Flexible & Passion-Driven

06:51 – Powered by ECtA (workshops & 3-month course)

07:39 – Tiny Experiments & Poetry Challenges

08:35 – The Nudge Freebie & Life Happens

09:10 – Forbidden Words & Bloopers

10:09 – Season 2 Sneak Peek

12:02 – Free Autumn Workshops

12:18 – More Big Dreams & Little Things (reflection episodes)

12:52 – The Victory Dance


Best Quotes

  • “Big dreams aren’t meant to be carried alone.”
  • “Podcasting keeps us curious — it’s our way of learning, too.”
  • “We’re not scared to change things up. This has to stay fun.”
  • “It’s the little things, the small steps, that move us forward.”
  • “Show up, speak up, and never skip the victory dance.”


Resources & Links

🌐 www.ectahub.net — join our community & discover the ECtA method


Free downloads:

Tiny Tweaks for Big Shifts – 8 Nudges That Actually Work

Alter Ego Challenge — a playful way to discover your inner superpowered self


Listen to all the episodes at https://ectahub.net/big-dreams-little-things-podcast/

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2 months ago
13 minutes 23 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things
Creative Secrets-Behind the magic

The world loves to tell us that creativity is a divine accident — a lightning bolt you can’t control. But in this episode, Karina Kampe and Maria Wronski-Ellis pull back the curtain to show you how creativity is not an accident at all. With stories of Sting, Picasso, Beyoncé, and Donald Glover, they reveal how reframing, play, and alter egos can unlock new perspectives. You’ll also get two hands-on exercises — Object Writing and The Alter Ego Effect — plus the latest science on how the brain sparks creativity. And of course, we share our own tiny experiments, laughs, and some poetic surprises along the way.

This is a practical, inspiring guide for anyone who wants to stop waiting for inspiration and start building the conditions where creativity thrives.


Topics covered 

  • Sting’s two-year writer’s block and his breakthrough with The Last Ship
  • Picasso’s “child mode” and the art of staying a beginner
  • Beyoncé’s Sasha Fierce and Donald Glover’s Childish Gambino as alter egos
  • Neuroscience of creativity (default mode network, constraints, and risk-taking)
  • Object Writing: a 10-minute creative exercise
  • Building and using your own Alter Ego for fearless creation
  • Tiny Experiments check-in and new challenges
  • How mindfulness and presence fuel creativity
  • Celebrating the small wins and preparing for Season 2

Time Slots 


  • 00:00:07 – Hook: the “divine accident” myth
  • 00:00:20 – “Creativity is not an accident” + we’re handing you the keys
  • 00:00:39 – Accountability turns flashes into finished work; welcome + host intros
  • 00:01:26 – “Witnessing” makes ideas real; why together > alone
  • 00:01:52 – What today’s episode covers (blocks, stories, exercises)
  • 00:02:31 – One small step: “It doesn’t have to be life-changing…”
  • 00:02:50 – Story 1: Sting — blank page → The Last Ship
  • 00:04:43 – Story 2: Beyoncé — Sasha Fierce and performing through fear
  • 00:05:49 – Story 3: Picasso — “child mode” and staying a beginner
  • 00:06:30 – The ultimate reframe: permission & wholeness
  • 00:08:47 – ECtA: monthly free workshop + 3-month course info
  • 00:09:36 – Science: brain “theater,” DMN + executive control; constraints ignite
  • 00:11:59 – Exercise 1: Object Writing (how to, senses, by hand)
  • 00:14:48 – Exercise 2: Alter Ego Effect (props, triggers, downloadable guide)
  • 00:17:28 – Tiny Experiments check-in: “one-in, one-out” + phone-free evenings
  • 00:21:35 – How to pick a tiny experiment (small enough to not fail)
  • 00:22:35 – Mindfulness note (future episode)
  • 00:25:00 – Closing reminder: celebrate tiny wins; sign-off & outro lines


More Shownotes https://ectahub.net/episode-15-creative-secrets-behind-the-magic/ (Ligger uppe nu) 


Free Alter Ego Challenge 

http://subscribepage.io/AlterEgo


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2 months ago
25 minutes 46 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things
The Passion Driven Entrepreneur

Episode 14: The Passion-Driven Entrepreneur (feat. Tonia Thorne)

Episode Overview

Hosted by Karina Kampe (certified transformational coach, artist, creative entrepreneur, and songwriter) and Maria Wronski-Ellis (artist, songwriter, educator, and author of The Mindful Songwriter), this episode is a love letter to every creative spirit who’s ever felt stuck in a job that didn’t light them up.

We’re diving deep into what it really means to be a passion-driven entrepreneur, someone who follows that internal spark even when it leads off the beaten path. Our guest this week? The wildly multi-talented Tonia Thorne, whose career has taken her from animation and live performance to launching her own voiceover business in the UK.


💬 Memorable Quotes

"Being creative isn’t just about what you do — it’s how you think." — Maria

"When the spark is missing, I can't fake it. I’ll try... but eventually, I just can’t keep going." — Karina

"I think of passion like a compass. But some days? It’s a wild horse dragging me toward the unknown — and I kind of love that." — Tonia

"You don’t have to build something huge. Just something honest." — Maria


Topics Covered

           •         Tonia Thorne’s journey from animation to voiceover artist

           •         How to navigate a multi-passionate creative identity

           •         The emotional compass: making choices that feel right

           •         Business lessons from the creative trenches

           •         The science behind passion, curiosity, and motivation

           •         Why passion-led paths rarely look linear — and why that’s a good thing

           •         Tips for staying motivated when you’re your own boss

           •         Our favorite neuroscience nuggets: dopamine, curiosity, and neuroplasticity


Resources Mentioned

Tonia Thorne

Instagram: @Tonia_Thorne_Voice

Spotify: Tonia Thorne

youtube: @toniathornemusic

web: www.toniathorne.co.uk

Spotify: MARONIA MUSIC


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2 months ago
35 minutes 4 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things
Curiosity Didn't Kill the Cat

Curiosity is the engine that powers everything in this fast-moving episode. Hosts Karina Kampe and Maria Wronski-Ellis trade enlightening sharp turns—from Oscar-winning producer Brian Grazer’s “curiosity conversations” to a 1916 feminist poem remix—showing how better questions unlock creativity, accountability and everyday joy. Along the way you’ll learn the three scientific styles of curiosity, get a dopamine-driven tour of the brain, and pick up a 7-day micro-challenge that fits in your pocket. Whether you’re a startup founder, a side-hustler or a lifelong learner, this episode proves curiosity isn’t a cat-killer; it’s your nine-life superpower.



Topics covered

  • Curiosity as “cognitive courage” and how it rewires creativity
  • The three evidence-based curiosity styles—and how to spot yours
  • Brian Grazer’s 35-year ritual of interviewing extraordinary people
  • Dopamine loops, information gaps and why cliff-hangers hook the brain
  • Tiny experiments: using 20-minute daily practices to spark insight
  • Edith Södergran’s “Vierge moderne” and Karina's modern remix



External resources

  • Brian Grazer – “A Curious Mind” 
  • Grazer’s 3-min Curiosity Conversations video – 
  • Loewenstein G. (1994) “The Psychology of Curiosity” 
  • Gottlieb & Oudeyer (2018) “The Psychology and Neuroscience of Curiosity” 
  • Edith Södergran biography
  • Original Swedish text of “Vierge moderne” 



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3 months ago
26 minutes 31 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things
Proving it's never too late

Episode 12: Proving it’s never too late?

Reinvention, Second Acts, and Following the Whisper

Hosted by Karina Kampe (certified transformational coach, artist, creative entrepreneur, and songwriter)And Maria Wronski-Ellis (artist, educator, songwriter, and author of the upcoming The Mindful Songwriter)

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Episode Overview

What if the best chapter of your life… hasn’t even started yet?

In this warm, inspiring, and truth-telling episode, Karina and Maria crack open the myth that success has an age limit. Whether you’ve been dreaming of starting something new or quietly wondering “Is this all there is?”—this conversation is your invitation to tune in, turn toward the whisper, and start (or restart) with purpose.

You’ll hear stories of late bloomers who made magic well past their “prime,” personal reflections from your hosts (with all the real-life messiness), and a mini science deep dive into how your brain actually supports reinvention. Plus, we’re launching a brand-new segment: Tiny Experiments! Small actions, big shifts. Let’s go.

Memorable Quotes

“Big changes don’t have to start big. They can begin with a whisper, a sketch, a 20-minute experiment.” – Karina

“You are not behind. You are not expired. You are arriving—right on time.” – Maria

“I didn’t want to spend the rest of my life wondering what might’ve happened if I hadn’t.” – Vera Wang (featured story)

“Your brain might say ‘this is scary,’ but your spirit is saying, ‘this is true.’” – Maria

“Show up, speak up, and never skip the victory dance!” – Karina & Maria

Topics Covered

  • Why it's never too late to begin again
  • The story of Vera Wang’s incredible career pivot at 40
  • Neuroscience behind fear, courage, and change (hello, Amygdala!)
  • Maria and Karina’s personal reinvention stories
  • Tiny Experiments: how 20 minutes a day can shift your whole vibe
  • Why your purpose doesn’t expire with your birthday
  • Famous “late bloomers” who prove the best may come after midlife
  • How small actions build momentum (and confidence!)

Resources & Recommendations (with heart!)

  • Vera Wang’s origin story – If you didn’t already love her designs, you will love her grit.
  • Harvard Adult Development Study – Decades of proof that meaning leads to longevity and joy.
  • Mentioned: ECtA Speed Accountability Tool – Free download to help you get started on your “What if?”

Book rec: You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay – the classic that changed Karina's path.

Coming Up Next Week...

Curiosity Didn’t Kill the Cat – It Gave Her Nine Lives

We explore the power of curiosity as a tool for reinvention and joy. From asking better questions to following new breadcrumbs in life, get ready to fall in love with your inner explorer.

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3 months ago
35 minutes 18 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things
The Power of Nudging: Tiny Tweaks, Big Shifts

Episode Overview

In this episode, Karina & Maria explore the fascinating world of behavioral nudging - the subtle art of designing our environment to make better choices easier. We dive deep into the science behind how our brains make decisions and discover practical ways to work with our psychology instead of against it.

Karina and Maria unpack what nudging is, share how they use it in their own routines, and introduce you to one of their favorite role models: Anne-Laure Le Cunff — founder of Ness Labs, Oxford-trained neuroscientist, and queen of the tiny experiment.

Whether you need to drink more water, finish that creative project, or stop checking email 37 times a day — this episode is your invitation to start small and think smart.


Key Highlights:

  • What is a nudge? (Thaler & Sunstein’s core principles)
  • The incredible story of Anne-Laure Le Cunff, who left Google to build Ness Labs
  • Understanding System 1 vs System 2 thinking (Daniel Kahneman's dual-process theory)
  • 8 practical nudging techniques you can implement immediately
  • The famous Amsterdam Airport fly experiment and why it worked
  • How to design your life for alignment, not just productivity
  • Everyday nudges you’re already using — and how to improve them


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4 months ago
30 minutes 54 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things
The Comeback Season – Rebuilding When Life Hits Reset

 Episode Overview

Hosted by Karina Kampe (certified transformational coach, artist, creative entrepreneur, and songwriter) and Maria Wronski-Ellis (artist, songwriter, educator, and author of the upcoming The Mindful Songwriter), this milestone 10th episode of Big Dreams & Little Things dives deep into what it really means to stage a comeback when life throws a plot twist your way.

From Maria’s literal fall (and sacral spine fracture—ouch!) to Karina holding it down behind the scenes while juggling business, motherhood, and funding pitches, this conversation is real, raw, and ridiculously relatable. We explore what it means to rise from burnout, injuries, and unexpected pauses — and how transformation often starts with stillness, surrender, and the tiniest of steps forward.

Comebacks aren't just about bouncing back. They're about becoming.



Topics Covered

  • Personal injury & post-traumatic clarity (hello sacral spine wake-up call)
  • The emotional and logistical messiness of comebacks
  • Famous comeback stories that inspire: Cheryl Strayed, J.K. Rowling, Bethany Hamilton, and Sheryl Sandberg
  • How stillness supports psychological healing
  • Partnership dynamics during life upheaval
  • Post-Traumatic Growth: the science of rising stronger
  • Why accountability is more than just checking boxes — it’s about connection

Barbra Streisand and beautifully bittersweet lyrics (cue the tissues)


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4 months ago
39 minutes 49 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things
How to Stay Creative, Clear & Connected When You Work Alone

How to Stay Creative, Clear & Connected When You Work Alone – A Live Conversation with Charlotte Wihk

Short bio:

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to run a creative business solo – this episode is for you. In a grounded, honest, and energizing conversation between three entrepreneurs, we explore what the solopreneur life actually looks like: the routines, the mindset, the messy middle, and the tools that keep it all moving.


Karina and Maria sit down with Charlotte Wihk – a musician, educator, and seasoned solopreneur – to talk about staying clear, focused, and joyful in a life without a traditional boss. From creative chaos and planning rituals to launching courses and riding bikes for inspiration, Charlotte shares how she’s built a business rooted in freedom, connection, and structure.


The conversation weaves personal stories with solid research, practical tips, and a few laughs (yes, hula hoops and spider songs included). Whether you're freelancing, homeschooling, or launching your next big thing – this one’s for you.


This episode spotlights the solopreneur lifestyle through lived experience – with hands-on tools, real-life systems, and a whole lot of heart.



In this episode, we talk about:

✔️ The power of "Gold time" – distraction-free space for creative work

✔️ Focus blocks and rituals that boost your productivity

✔️ How to structure your days without killing your creativity

✔️ Why rest is not optional – it’s part of the process

✔️ Practical tools for launching an online course as a solopreneur

✔️ Real-life accountability (hotel breakfast co-working, anyone?)

✔️ Music, motherhood, hula hoops & hatching sourdough starters

✔️ The research behind why structure frees creativity


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5 months ago
51 minutes 22 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things
The Mother and the Muse

Episode Overview

Hosted by transformational coach and creative soul Karina Kampe, and songwriter, educator, and author Maria Wronski-Ellis, this episode dives into the very real and often messy intersection of motherhood and creativity.

What happens to your creative identity when your life revolves around someone else’s nap schedule? How do you hold on to your spark when you can barely hold your eyelids open?

We’re unpacking it all: the struggle, the shape-shifting, and the unexpected beauty that comes when your muse shows up in a new outfit—baby food stains and all.

We’re joined in spirit by creative icons like Tori Amos, Reese Witherspoon, and Björk, whose stories remind us that the artist and the mother aren’t separate beings—they just take turns leading the dance.

Oh, and we’ve got a free accountability guide you’re going to love (because let’s be real—you’re probably multitasking right now).


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5 months ago
38 minutes 28 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things
What Fuels You? A conversation about passion, curiosity and play

🌟 Episode overview

Do you need a blazing passion to succeed—or could curiosity and play be just as powerful? In this episode of Big Dreams & Little Things, Karina and Maria explore what truly fuels creativity, motivation, and sustainable success. Through science, storytelling, and a powerful spotlight on forgotten women in history, they unravel the myths of passion and the magic of flow. You’ll meet Victorine Meurent, a 19th-century artist and model, in Karina’s upcoming musical—plus get a sneak peek of a new original song based on Victorine’s own letter. Packed with inspiration, research, and honest conversation, this episode is a reminder that you don’t have to do it all alone—and that sometimes, the answer isn’t more pressure, but more play. 🎭🎶


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6 months ago
51 minutes 6 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things
Embracing Change - The Art of Letting Go

Episode Overview

Welcome to another episode of Big Dreams & Little Things! In this episode, Karina and Maria dive into the art of letting go. We explore how embracing change, though often difficult, can lead to growth, transformation, and freedom. From personal stories to science-backed insights, this episode will inspire you to release what no longer serves you and make room for something better.

Whether it’s letting go of perfectionism, expectations, or even old dreams, we discuss how you can embrace change without fear. Plus, stay tuned for a free downloadable practice, The Letting Go Guide, to help you take action today.



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6 months ago
29 minutes 12 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things
Gratitude – A Transformative Force

Episode Overview

In this episode, Maria Wronski Ellis and Karina Kampe explore gratitude not just as a fleeting feeling, but as a powerful practice that can rewire your brain, build emotional resilience, and transform lives. They highlight the story of one of the world’s most influential figures whose life was deeply shaped by gratitude. The episode also dives into the neuroscience behind gratitude, offers book recommendations, and shares personal rituals and practical tools.

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The 555 Gratitude Journal is a simple yet powerful tool designed to help you build a life-changing habit in just minutes a day. 

Rooted in neuroscience and soul-nurturing practices, this journal invites you to pause, reflect, and connect with what truly matters. Whether you're just beginning your gratitude journey or looking to deepen an existing practice, the 555 method offers clarity, calm, and a renewed sense of joy—starting now

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7 months ago
33 minutes 20 seconds

Big Dreams & Little Things

Join creative visionaries Karina Kampe and Maria Wronski-Ellis as they navigate the delicate balance between pursuing bold aspirations while mastering the everyday habits that lead to success. This podcast connects ambitious individuals with practical accountability strategies and soulful inspiration—whether you're running a business or simply seeking to live with more purpose and fulfillment.


Based between Sweden's picturesque Gotland Island and the sun-drenched Portuguese countryside, these two songwriters, artists, and educators bring their diverse creative backgrounds to conversations that matter. From conquering imposter syndrome to crafting powerful morning rituals, each episode delivers actionable insights for those who feel stuck yet know they're meant for more.


As creators of the innovative ECtA model, Karina and Maria don't just share theories—they provide practical tools for transformation. Each episode includes challenges and exercises designed to enhance your experience and create lasting change in your personal and professional life.

Big Dreams & Little Things isn't just talk—it's your invitation to join a community of like-minded individuals ready to transform obstacles into opportunities. Whether you're struggling with time management, clarity of purpose, or simply need the encouragement to start "scrappy" instead of perfect, Karina and Maria offer the gentle accountability and creative wisdom to help you thrive on your unique path.



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