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Dr. Davina’s Dots

13 Apr 2026 · 1h · 8 chapters

In short

“Choosing Gratitude” is a solo, inspirational episode from Dr. Davina Smith (Dr. Davina’s Dots) encouraging listeners to practice gratitude immediately, even when life feels messy, unfinished, or uncertain. It emphasizes that gratitude can be quiet and small, and that waiting for perfection means you may wait your whole life.

Guest backgrounds

The episode includes multiple brief voice intros from music artists (no interview content). They identify as: singer-songwriter Cass Stella; smooth jazz saxophonist Matt Lee; jazz vocalist Carmen Bruner; smooth jazz saxophonist Leon Pressler; instrumental-soul ambassador Daryl Evan Jones; Moore Twins (John Moore III and Jeremiah Moore); jazz/artist James Mitchell Jr.; Al Livingston; Dalbert and Locke with the Detroit Emeralds; Christian DeMasonis (“Big New York”); international recording artist Marcia Magé; Mary Cross (independent singer-songwriter/stylista); Vargas Thomas; and others.

Key claims

Gratitude is a choice anytime; noticing “something real and good” to thank for matters; gratitude can shift survival into living in the present.

Notable examples

“You don’t have to wait until everything feels perfect”; “There will always be something undone,” but “right now, there’s also something good.”

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Chapters

0:57

Choosing Gratitude

A discussion on the importance of choosing gratitude in daily life.

“I hope you're already feeling a little more relaxed and refreshed.”
6:22

Relaxing Jazz Interludes

Interludes of relaxing jazz music to enhance the listening experience.

14:18

Uplifting Messages and Jazz

Enjoy a blend of inspiring music and motivational messages.

“guitar solo guitar solo guitar solo Thank you.”
22:15

The Power of Gratitude

Learn how to embrace gratitude even in imperfect circumstances.

“Davina Stodds, bringing you the perfect blend of uplifting messages and the soothing sounds of jazz.”
35:05

Exploring the Essence of Gratitude

Understand how gratitude can manifest in quiet and small ways.

“Today's show is titled Choosing Gratitude.”
35:33

Musical Interlude and Closing Thoughts

Experience a reflective musical segment with closing acknowledgments.

45:54

Musical Performance and Reflection

The segment features musical performances interspersed with reflections on gratitude.

55:14

Choosing Gratitude

Dr. Davina shares insights on the importance of practicing gratitude in daily life.

“As we enter the final segment of the show, my hope is that every song and every word reminds you to pause, breathe, and choose gratitude.”
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0:04You are now listening to Dr. Davina Stotts, your dynamic, optimistic, transformative show, designed to relax you, inspire you, encourage you, and motivate you. I am your host, Dr. Davina Smith, bringing you only the best in positive messages and positive music. Enjoy!

0:39Hello, how's everyone doing? I'm so glad you're here with me for another episode of Dr. Davina's Dots. Today's show is titled Choosing Gratitude. Let's get started with some relaxing jazz to create the perfect atmosphere for inspiration and relaxation. I'll be right back. Enjoy.

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5:43Welcome back. You are listening to Dr. Davina Stotts. I hope you're already feeling a little more relaxed and refreshed. Today's show is titled Choosing Gratitude. I want to remind you that you don't have to wait until everything feels perfect to be grateful. Gratitude is something you can choose anytime, even if today is messy, unfinished, and uncertain. If you look, you can still find something real and good to say thank you for. I'm thankful that you're tuning in to another episode of Dr. Davina's Dots. sit back, relax, and get ready for some more relaxing jazz. I'll be right back. Enjoy.

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13:58Dr. Davina Stads

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18:37There were times in your life When it seems not worth the fight You want to give in You don't care if you win But something deep down inside Keeps pushing you higher And you make up your mind To give it just one more time You've come too far to turn back Don't let your passion relax Let it grow so the world will know. Reach in your heart and find it. Reclaim your gift. Fight for it. It's your time to claim your prize. You've already won a true champion. You're a winner, a strong survivor Keep going on You've already won Olympia Never stops driving Always keep trying until it's done You've already won Cause sometimes you're tired And you wanna throw in the towel But your heart says not now Life happens, distractions come along the way But you pick yourself up And you go on anyway You've come too far to turn back Don't let your passion release Let it grow So the world will know Reach in your heart and find it Reclaim your gift, fight for it It's your time to claim your pride You've already won A true champion You're a winner A strong survivor Keep going on You've already won Olympia Never stop striving Always keep trying Until it's done You've already won

21:39You've already won

21:47You've already won

21:54You've already won

22:01Don't stop until it's done You've already won

22:14Welcome back. You're listening to Dr. Davina Stodds, bringing you the perfect blend of uplifting messages and the soothing sounds of jazz. Listen on demand 24-7 at www.drdavinastodds.com. I hope the messages and music have you feeling relaxed and inspired. And although life may not be perfect, I hope by the end of the show, you'll feel even more grateful just to be alive. Gratitude is powerful. But if you wait for everything to be perfect to be grateful, you might be waiting your whole life. There will always be something that's still undone. Something that could be better. Something that could happen faster.

22:55But right now, there's also something that's good. Acknowledge it, appreciate it, and be grateful for it. Don't miss out on the beauty and all the things to be grateful for right now. You are listening to Dr. Davina's Dots. I'll be right back. Enjoy.

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27:35guitar solo

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29:05guitar solo

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30:59Dr. Davina's Dots, where inspiration meets jazz. Tune in, unwind, and elevate your mind.

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34:47Welcome back. You are listening to Dr. Davina Stott's, bringing you the perfect blend of uplifting messages and the soothing sounds of jazz. Be sure to listen on demand 24-7 at www.drdevenustats.com. Sit back, relax, and be inspired. Today's show is titled Choosing Gratitude. Gratitude doesn't have to be loud. It can be quiet. It can be small. The world will tell you to chase bigger and better. But gratitude reminds you right here, right now, this moment, There is something to be grateful for. All you have to do is notice. You are listening to Dr. Davina Stotts. I'll be right back. Enjoy.

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44:28Hey everybody, this is singer-songwriter Cass Stella. This is Chris Ostemboradzis. This is smooth jazz saxophonist Matt Lee. This is Dara Starr Tucker. This is Daryl Evan Jones, the ambassador of Instrumental Soul. Hello, my name is John Moore III. And my name is Jeremiah Moore. And we are the Moore Twins. This is jazz vocalist Carmen Bruner. Hi, I'm James Mitchell Jr. This is Al Livingston. My name is Dalbert. And I'm Locke with the Detroit Emeralds. This is smooth jazz saxophonist Leon Pressler. Hello, this is Christian DeMasonis, also known as Big New York. Hi, this is Vargas Thomas. I'm international recording artist Marcia Magé.

45:14Hi, this is Mary Cross, independent artist, singer, songwriter, and stylista. One of the greatest treasures is positive motivation through words and music. And when I want to be inspired, I enjoy listening to Dr. Davina's Dots with Dr. Davina Smith. You'll be glad you did.

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47:22Is worth a shame

47:28With the world he's there Is worth a shame The world is left with a shame The world is left with a shame

47:56guitar solo

48:17Is a good for shame

48:23What the world is love Is a good for shame The world is love is for shame The world is love is for shame

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50:32Dr. Davina Stads

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55:14Welcome back. You are listening to Dr. Davina Statz. As we enter the final segment of the show, my hope is that every song and every word reminds you to pause, breathe, and choose gratitude. When you choose to practice gratitude every day, not just when everything looks good, you change the way you live your life. You stop waiting for the next big thing to make you happy, and you let yourself be happy right now. gratitude turns survival into truly living right here right now you can breathe you can notice and you can say thank you and that can change everything you are listening to dr davina's dots sit back relax and enjoy

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59:34Thank you for listening to Dr. Davina Stotts. If you enjoyed today's show, be sure to visit my website at www.drdevenusdots.com, where you can listen to your favorite episodes on demand anytime and explore more uplifting content, books and merchandise, all designed to encourage you and inspire you. Until next time, stay positive and be blessed.

From the publisher

Maybe you've told yourself…

“I’ll feel better when things settle down.”

“I’ll be grateful when everything finally comes together.”

But somehow, that moment never really comes.

There’s always something unfinished.

Something that could be better.

Something that still feels uncertain.

And without realizing it, you end up living in a constant state of almost...

almost content, almost at peace, almost able to breathe.

In this episode of Dr. Davina’s Dots, we slow things down and look at gratitude in a different way.

Not as something you wait for…

but something you choose, right in the middle of real life.

Through gentle reflections and calming jazz, this episode creates space for you to pause and notice what’s already good… even if everything isn’t perfect.


If you’ve been waiting for life to feel “right” before you let yourself feel grateful…

this episode is your reminder:

There is something to be grateful for

Right now.

All you have to do… is notice.


Musical selections include

Bryan Anderson Groove Café  

Summer's End Paul Taylor 

Your Move Brendan Rothwell  

Start Again Steve Wealth  

You’ve already won Beth Griffith-Manley 

Sunshine Carl Stanley (feat. Darrell Crooks) 

Hang in there-Darryl Evans Jones  

Stay with me tonight Jackiem Joyner 

Still here with you Dominic Amato  

Jay Wonderful Stepping up  

Breath of Fresh Air, Moore Twins  

Tranquility Paul Whitley  

Darren Jacobus It is well with my soul   

X-centric Marshall Charloff feat Gerald Albright 


If today’s reflection resonated with you, you’ll find similar calming thoughts throughout my books, created to offer gentle perspective, emotional clarity, and meaningful encouragement for everyday life and leadership.


My books are designed to help you slow down, reflect deeply, and reconnect with what truly matters, whether you’re navigating personal growth, professional demands, or simply seeking a quieter mind in a busy world.


You can explore my full collection of books, reflections, and creative experiences at www.drdavinasdots.com


Until next time

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