Chosen for This Moment: Kristen's Journey from Health Scare to Podcast HostChosen for This Moment: Kristen's Journey from Health Scare to Podcast Host
Dear Past, Thank You
Sonia talks with Kristen about a frightening health scare that led to a benign diagnosis, a renewed focus on health, and the creation of her faith-based podcast Chosen for This Moment. The conversation emphasises self-advocacy, early screening, lifestyle changes, and the courage to follow God’s prompting into new purpose.
25:58•9 Apr 2026
Chosen for This Moment: How a Health Scare Sparked Kristen’s New Calling
Episode Overview
- Take unusual symptoms seriously and seek medical care rather than putting it off.
- If a diagnosis or treatment plan doesn’t feel right, it’s okay to ask for second or third opinions.
- Routine screenings like mammograms can catch issues early, even when no lump is felt.
- Health scares can be a catalyst to reassess diet, weight, and daily habits for long-term wellbeing.
- God may use difficult seasons to nudge you towards new callings, and he equips you as you step out in faith.
“"If I can do this, you can do this. Whatever it is, it may not be a podcast... he will give you what you need and he'll equip you."”
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? On Dear Past, Thank You, this conversation with Sonia and her former colleague Kristen shows how a health scare can jolt someone into a completely new chapter of purpose and faith. Kristen talks honestly about ignoring her health for years, then suddenly facing fatigue, pain, and worrying test results. A first-ever mammogram at 41 revealed a mass and a 40% chance it could be cancer.
She shares how some early symptoms were brushed off, and how that pushed her to "really learn to advocate for myself" by seeking second and third opinions until she felt truly heard. Praise God, the pathology came back benign, but Kristen is now considered high risk and monitored closely. That “second chance” moment deeply affected her. She remembers sitting in the waiting room at Moffitt Cancer Center, looking at other patients and thinking of those whose news was far worse.
It led to a new question in her heart: "What can I do to share people's story?" From there, her upcoming podcast, Chosen for This Moment, was born. Inspired by Esther 4:14, she wants to highlight stories of people facing cancer, addiction, and other trials, pointing to hope in Christ and giving guests space to honour what God has done in their lives.
You’ll also hear practical nudges: don’t put off screenings, don’t ignore strange symptoms, and don’t be afraid to change your lifestyle one small choice at a time. Kristen openly admits she used to skip check-ups and lean on fast food, and explains how this experience has shifted her priorities around weight, diet, and movement.
For anyone delaying a health appointment, wrestling with fear, or feeling God nudge them towards a new project, this chat might be the loving push to act. What step could you take today that your future self will thank you for?
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