Dear Past Thank You is a heartfelt podcast that dives into the transformative power of reflection. Through candid conversations, we explore the toughest moments of life—heartbreak, loss, fear, failure—and how those experiences shape who we are today.
Each episode is a journey of resilience, growth, and gratitude, featuring real stories from people who’ve found the strength to say, "Thank you" to their past. Whether you’re navigating your own challenges or seeking inspiration, this podcast reminds us that even the hardest seasons can plant seeds for a brighter future.
Chosen for This Moment: Kristen's Journey from Health Scare to Podcast Host
In this inspiring episode, Sonia sits down with her former colleague Kristen, who shares the unexpected health journey that changed her life — and ultimately led her to launch her own podcast. What started as unexplained fatigue and sharp pain became a wake-up call that led Kristen to Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, where a mass was discovered in her first-ever mammogram. Praise God, it wasn't cancer, but the experience transformed her perspective on health, faith, and purpose.
Kristen opens up about learning to advocate for herself in the medical system, the courage it took to seek a third opinion, and the moment she sat in the waiting room surrounded by cancer patients and felt an undeniable call from God. Out of that moment, her new podcast Chosen for This Moment, inspired by Esther 4:14 — was born.
This episode is a powerful reminder to listen to your body, not delay your health screenings, and trust that God can use even the scariest seasons of life for something greater. If something has been tugging at your heart, this conversation just might be the nudge you need.
Listen to Chosen For This Moment on Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chosen-for-this-moment/id1890744495
Listen to Chosen For This Moment on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZUnriJ97a88OlT1lfXhpq?si=9d250c9c06c74bd0
2 Apr 2026
Starting Over, Finding Your Voice, and Becoming Who You Were Meant to Be
What does it really take to start over?
In this episode of Dear Past, Thank You, Sonia sits down with Samantha Hoppen to talk about the courage it takes to walk away from what no longer serves you, even when it’s good, familiar, and deeply intertwined with your life.
Samantha shares her journey of ending a long-term relationship, walking away from a shared future, and rebuilding her identity from the ground up. From people-pleasing and losing her voice to rediscovering who she is and stepping into purpose, this conversation is honest, raw, and deeply empowering.
If you’ve ever questioned a relationship, struggled to trust yourself, or felt like you’ve lost who you are… this episode will meet you right where you are.
In this episode, we talk about:
The power (and pain) of starting over
Letting go of a relationship with love and clarity
Breaking free from people-pleasing
Rediscovering your voice and identity
Healing, grief, and rebuilding after loss
Why trusting yourself changes everything
This episode will remind you:
Sometimes the bravest thing you can do… is choose yourself.
11 Apr 2025
Living on Mission: How Uganda Became Home with Heather (Part 2)
In this heartfelt continuation of Heather’s journey, we dive into the story behind her move to Uganda and the birth of her nonprofit, His Heart for Africa. From a childhood inspired by missions to founding programs that serve both students and the elderly, Heather shares the powerful ways God led her across the world and into a purpose far greater than she ever imagined.
We talk about:
How a surprise trip changed her life direction
The challenges of building a nonprofit in a developing country
Her life-changing work with students, families, and the elderly
How forgiveness and faith helped her heal childhood wounds
What "home" really means when you live 8,000 miles away
Heather reminds us that our past doesn’t define us—it prepares us. Tune in for a story of purpose, resilience, and deep Kingdom impact.
Listen now and be inspired to say: Dear Past, Thank You.
Listen to Heather's Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/faith-on-dirt-roads/id1800399542 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/faith-on-dirt-roads/id1800399542)
Donate to her ministry - https://www.hisheartforafrica.org/ (https://www.hisheartforafrica.org/)
Follow her on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hisheartforafrica?igsh=MWg5Zml3Z2N5b25pYw== (https://www.instagram.com/hisheartforafrica?igsh=MWg5Zml3Z2N5b25pYw==)
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YouTube views
7,604
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
6 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 55 / 100
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55
Social presence
0
YouTube
68
Engagement
68
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