I CHOOSE MY BEST LIFE

362 Serving from Overflow 01.07.2026 27min

What happens when a leader stops serving from exhaustion and begins serving from a place of restoration? In this episode, Brittany Hogan shares how the principles of Sacred Rest transformed her approach to leadership, strengthened her personal well-being, and helped her lead with greater purpose, impact, and sustainability. Connect with Brittany on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EmpoweredToConquer/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empoweredtoconquer Make a donation to Empowered to Conquer: https://www.empoweredtoconquer.org/give Get your copy of Who Are They Really?. I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

361 You Don't Need a New Plan 24.06.2026 20min

If you've been feeling pressure to reinvent yourself, this episode offers a different perspective. Dr. Saundra explores why lasting change comes less from new goals and more from healthier rhythms, renewed trust, and a sustainable pace for the season ahead. Learn more about Rest Recovery Blueprint. Get your copy of Sacred Rest. I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

360 Where Is Your Energy Going 17.06.2026 22min

Your life is shaped by what consistently receives your energy. In this episode, Dr. Saundra uncovers the hidden energy drains that leave people depleted and offers practical insights to help you align your energy with what matters most. Learn more about Rest Recovery Blueprint. Get your copy of Sacred Rest. I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

359 The Weight You Were Never Meant to Carry 10.06.2026 23min

Many of us are exhausted not because of what we're doing, but because of what we're carrying. In this episode, Dr. Saundra explores the invisible burdens of disappointment, responsibility, and outdated identities and shares how releasing unnecessary weight can create space for greater peace, energy, and freedom. Learn more about Rest Recovery Blueprint. Get your copy of Sacred Rest. I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

358 Is the Life You're Building Still the Life You Want? 03.06.2026 13min

In this episode, Dr. Saundra explores how easy it is to drift into a life driven by obligations, expectations, and momentum rather than intention. You'll learn how to evaluate whether the direction you're heading still aligns with the life you truly desire. Learn more about Rest Recovery Blueprint. Get your copy of Sacred Rest. I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

357 Beyond Diets and Quick Fixes 27.05.2026 24min

Are you tired of starting over, counting calories, and chasing the next fad diet? Pearl Barrett and Serene Allison, bestselling authors of the Trim Healthy Mama series, share a practical and sustainable approach to metabolic health that works in real life, not just on paper. Get more health tips on the Trim Healthy Mama YouTube Channel. Get your copy of The 7 Skills to Lasting Health. I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

356 Clothed in Joy and Identity 20.05.2026 25min

In this conversation, Angel Price Brown shares how resting in the Father's love brings healing, freedom, and a renewed sense of identity. Together, we explore what it means to return home to the heart of the Father and live from a place of being fully loved, valued, and embraced. Learn about Daughter Encounter. Get your copy of Captivated By The Father's Love. I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

355 Redemption in Unexpected Places 13.05.2026 21min

Dr. Saundra is joined by Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young to explore how God's redemptive work often unfolds in the most unlikely circumstances. Together, they reveal how His love meets us in seasons of loss, transition, and uncertainty, offering restoration, provision, and a deeper sense of belonging when we least expect it. Connect with Dorina on Instagram and Facebook. Get your copy of Redeemer. I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

354 Courage and Strength for Every Season 06.05.2026 27min

Dr. Saundra is joined by LaTan Murphy to explore what it means to live with courage and strength at every stage of life. Drawing from the lives of women in Scripture, they discuss how to overcome fear and insecurity, guard your heart, and step into God-powered confidence and fulfillment. Connect with Latan on Instagram and Facebook. Get your copy of Courageous Women of the Bible. I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

353 Finding Freedom in Christ 29.04.2026 29min

Dr. Saundra sits down with Portia Collins to explore the message behind her Bible study, Finding Freedom in Christ. Together, they unpack how women can break free from performance-based faith, release shame and striving, and fully embrace their identity in Christ by learning to walk daily in the Spirit. Connect with Portia on Instagram and Facebook. Get your copy of Finding Freedom in Christ. I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

352 Aging With Excellence 22.04.2026 24min

Dr. Saundra is joined by Darla Morrison to explore what it truly means to age with intention rather than limitation. Together, they unpack how women over 50 can move beyond exhaustion, rediscover their confidence, and align their lives with purpose by understanding their unique design Connect with Darla on Instagram and Facebook. I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

351 Restore Your Marriage with Prayer 08.04.2026 24min

When your marriage feels strained, distant, or even broken, prayer can feel difficult, but it's often where true restoration begins. In this episode, Brad and Heidi Mitchell share how inviting God into the tension can soften hearts, rebuild trust, and create space for humility, forgiveness, and renewed connection. Connect with Brad & Heidi on Facebook and Instagram. Get your copy of Build Your Marriage with Prayer. I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

350 Uncover the Root Cause of Stress 01.04.2026 24min

Stress may feel like an unavoidable part of modern life, but lasting relief comes when we address the deeper sources behind it. In this episode, Gaylyn Williams shares biblically grounded insights and practical tools that help restore emotional balance, strengthen resilience, and equip you to navigate life's pressures with greater peace and clarity. Connect with Gaylyn on Facebook. Get your copy of All Stressed Up and Everywhere to Go!. I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

349 Success Without Striving 25.03.2026 24min

In a culture that celebrates constant hustle and overachievement, many high-achieving Christian women find themselves exhausted and spiritually disconnected. In this conversation with Erin Harrigan, we explore how aligning ambition with God's purpose can replace striving with peace, clarity, and a deeper sense of Kingdom impact in the work we do. Connect with Erin on LinkedIn and Instagram. Get your copy of Redefining Hustle. I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

348 When Faith Meets Infertility 18.03.2026 24min

Infertility can shake faith, identity, and relationships in ways few people openly discuss. In this heartfelt conversation, author and registered nurse Angela Mackey joins Dr. Saundra to share her journey through secondary infertility, pregnancy loss, and IVF, offering biblical encouragement for women walking this painful road. Get Angela's FREE 9-day Devotional based on Philippians 4:8. Get your copy of Difficult to Conceive. *Recorded onsite at NRB, pardon the audio quality of this live interview I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

347 365 Days of Hope and Healing 11.03.2026 24min

Broken heart syndrome reveals just how deeply emotional and physical stress can impact the body. In this episode, Joan Hunter shares powerful stories of healing and invites us to partner with God for restoration and wholeness. Connect with Joan on Facebook and Instagram. Get your copy of 365 Days of Hope and Healing for Your Body, Mind, and Soul. *Recorded onsite at NRB, pardon the audio quality of this live interview I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

346 From Unknown to Deeply Known 05.03.2026 29min

In a world more connected than ever, loneliness and isolation continue to rise—even within the Church. Pastor Keith Spurgin joins Dr. Saundra to talk about the hidden struggle of feeling unseen while leading, serving, and succeeding. Sign Up to Download A FREE E-Book Version of Keith's Book "Unknown" I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

345 Embracing God's Good Design 25.02.2026 31min

In a culture filled with confusion around sexuality and gender, parents need clarity, courage, and compassion. Elizabeth Urbanowicz offers practical, biblically grounded guidance to help you disciple your children with confidence while teaching truth in a way that reflects God's heart and design. Connect with Elizabeth on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/foundationworldview Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foundation_worldview/ Get your copy of Helping Your Kids Know God's Good Design. I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

344 Impactful Holy Spirit Living 11.02.2026 20min

What happens when the Holy Spirit becomes not just a belief, but a daily companion? In this episode, Dr. Saundra's guest, Bonni Jensen, shares how a season of deep loss led her into an intimate, life-transforming relationship with the Holy Spirit. Connect with Bonnie on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonniericknerjensen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonniericknerjensen Get your copy of Journaling with the Holy Spirit. I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith

343 Seasons of Becoming 04.02.2026 26min

Some seasons of becoming are quiet, uncertain, and largely unseen, yet they are deeply formative and sacred. In this episode, Carina Jung and Dr. Saundra reflect on what it means to trust God in the in-between seasons. Download Carina's free devotional, He Is Faithful. Get your copy of Being Fully Known. I Choose My Best Life Podcast is one of the Top 20 Christian Women Podcasts I Choose My Best Life Books: Being Fully Known, Colorful Connections, Sacred Rest, Come Empty, Set Free to Live Free Connect with Saundra: Twitter: @DrDaltonSmith Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drdaltonsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSaundraDaltonSmith