Dr. Davina Smith

Called To Serve

My story begins long before Design Doc.
Long before the books, the podcast, the gift sets, or the calming messages.

My story began in service.

I spent years in the U.S. Army and more than two decades serving as a contractor in federal agencies, roles that required discipline, resilience, clarity, and a strong mind.

Those years taught me what it means to stay steady under pressure, to lead with compassion, and how powerful a focused mind can be.

I have learned that mindset often determines whether you rise or fall.
It’s survival.
It’s growth.
It’s how you get through the hard days and show up again the next morning.

I write with the strength of someone who has learned to endure.

I speak from a heart of someone who knows what exhaustion feels like.

And when I encourage others to shift their perspective, it’s because I know firsthand how a renewed mind can transform your life (Romans 12:2)

Design Doc was born so I could continue to serve, just in a different way.

My story has always been one of service, and that service continues through Design Doc as my calling, my purpose, and my ministry.

My First Book

My journey as an author began during one of the quietest seasons the world has ever known.
When COVID slowed everything down, the noise of life faded, and for the first time in a long time, I could hear my own thoughts clearly.

In that stillness, I started capturing the insights, reflections. What began as simple notes on paper eventually became my first book, Positive Principles, a collection of messages that reveal the hidden lessons all around us.Lessons that are always there, but we miss when life moves too fast.

A similar theme flows through every book I’ve written. Because I believe that when we slow down and truly pay attention, the world becomes an incredible teacher. Ordinary moments begin to speak. Simple experiences become stories of wisdom.
And everyday life reveals the beauty, and inspiration of God.

Each of my books is an invitation to pause…
to breathe…
to reflect…
and to discover the positive messages you might otherwise overlook.

Dr. Davina’s Dots was created for you, the person who carries so much, gives so much, and rarely gets a moment to simply breathe.

It’s a space where calming jazz and uplifting messages come together to soothe your mind, strengthen your spirit, and help you reset from the inside out.

I’ve always believed that music has a unique way of reaching the places words cannot. Jazz, with its smooth flow and gentle rhythms, has a way of clearing the mind and creating room for reflection. When combined with powerful encouragement, and perspective-shifting insights, something powerful happens.

That’s the heart behind Dr. Davina’s Dots,
a blend of music and message carefully designed to bring calm, clarity, and comfort into your everyday life.

Whether you’re driving home, sipping tea, journaling, or simply needing a moment of peace, Dr. Davina's Dots is here to meet you where you are.
To inspire you.
To lift you.
To remind you of your strength and your worth.

Today, Dr. Davina’s Dots is heard around the world, streaming globally as a podcast and syndicated on radio stations throughout the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada.

Wherever you are, you can tune in and experience moments of peace and inspiration right when you need them most.

A Creative Escape for Your Mind, Your Heart, and Your Community

Life gets busy… and sometimes what we need most is a simple moment to breathe, unwind, and just have fun.

That’s why I created the Design Doc Sip & Paint experiences, a calming, screen-free creative release designed for everyday people who want to relax, laugh, and tap into a side of themselves they rarely get to enjoy.

Whether you’re planning a girls’ night, a couples’ date, a Christian women’s group, a family activity, or simply looking for a moment of quiet creativity just for yourself, these Sip & Paints offer something special:

• A mental break from stress
  A chance to express yourself without pressure
• A cozy activity that brings people together
• A screen-free moment your mind will thank you for
• A fun, peaceful way to reconnect with joy

Each kit is designed to make creativity easy and enjoyable, no experience needed.
Your mind slows down, your heart relaxes, and for a little while… you get to simply be.

They’re perfect for:
💛 Ladies’ nights
💛 Date nights and couples’ events
💛 Christian groups and ministry gatherings
💛 Personal self-care time
💛 Team-building and small group activities
💛 Anyone craving calm, fun, and creativity

In a world filled with noise and nonstop screens, these Sip & Paints offer a refreshing moment of peace, connection, and pure creative joy.

It’s more than painting—it’s an experience.
A reset.
A reminder that creativity is healing, relaxing, and beautifully accessible to everyone.