You Are Worthy of Care: The Gentle Practice That Rewires Anxiety and Restores Peace #163
Do you ever feel like you’re pouring out for everyone else — but quietly running on empty inside?In today’s episode, Bonnie shares the powerful moment she woke up completely blind while traveling — and how God met her through the Psalms, rewiring her fear into peace. This episode is a gentle invitation to rest, breathe, and remember: you are worthy of care.If you’ve been feeling anxious, weary, or overwhelmed by life’s demands, this episode will encourage your soul — and offer one gentle, science-backed practice to help restore calm, clarity, and connection with God. In today’s episode, Bonnie will help you:Understand why it’s hard to care for yourself when you’re anxious or burned outLearn how the Psalms help rewire anxious thought loops into peacePractice a breath prayer that soothes your nervous system and draws you into restDiscover what Jesus turned to when He was overwhelmed — and how we can follow Him there Key Takeaways from Today’s Soul Care:Why anxiety causes your brain to generate negative waves — and how to shift them through faith-based focusThe science of neuroplasticity and how Scripture-based journaling changes the anxious brainWhy Jesus retreated to quiet places — and how He invites you to rest tooHow the Psalms became Jesus’ soul language — and how they can become yoursA simple way to prioritize your emotional wellness through God’s Word Breath Prayer: Inhale: Return to your rest… Exhale: For the Lord has been good to you. Scripture of the Week:Psalm 116:7"Return to your rest, my soul, for the Lord has been good to you." NEW Soul Care Wellness Course Mentioned: Praying the Psalms for Wellness — Registration now open!Learn how to release stress, restore peace, and renew your emotional wellness through weekly soul care rhythms rooted in the Psalms. → Sign up now at mysoulcareschool.com Connect with Bonnie: Bestselling Books by Bonnie:https://amzn.to/3NpVYQd Join the Soul Care Newsletter:https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe Watch Weekly YouTube Devotionals:https://youtube.com/thebonniegray Follow Bonnie on Instagram & Facebook:@thebonniegray Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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How to Break Free from Fears of Uncertainty — and How I Found Peace When I Woke Up Blind #162
Podcast Description:Have you ever faced a moment so overwhelming that fear clouded every thought — and you didn’t know what to do?In today’s powerful episode, Bonnie shares a deeply personal story of the morning she woke up completely blind while traveling — and how praying the Psalms carried her through fear, uncertainty, and darkness.You'll hear how God's Word became her lifeline, why breath prayer can calm both your mind and body, and how you can experience God’s peace through the storms in your own life.If you’re feeling anxious, weary, or overwhelmed by uncertainty, this episode will bring you hope — and invite you to rest in God's faithful presence. In today’s episode, Bonnie will help you:Understand how fear affects the brain — and how God's Word rewires peaceLearn a soulful rhythm of breath prayer grounded in the PsalmsDiscover the difference between facing fear alone — and walking through it with God’s presenceBe encouraged that you don’t have to carry your worries alone Key Takeaways from Today’s Soul Care:Why fear often causes us to freeze — and how God gently invites us to move forward with HimHow praying the Psalms aloud can calm your body's stress response (and the science behind it)The difference between trying to handle fear alone — and experiencing God's comfort through prayerHow to use breath prayers when fear feels overwhelmingWhy God's goodness still follows us — even when outcomes are uncertain Breath Prayer:Inhale: Jesus, You are with me…Exhale: I will not be afraid. Scripture of the Week:Psalm 116:7"Return to your rest, my soul, for the Lord has been good to you." NEW Soul Care Wellness Course Mentioned: Praying the Psalms for Wellness — Registration now open!Learn how to release fear, restore peace, and renew your emotional wellness through weekly soul care rhythms rooted in the Psalms. → Sign up at mysoulcareschool.com Connect with Bonnie: Bestselling Books by Bonnie:https://amzn.to/3NpVYQd Join the Soul Care Newsletter:https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe Watch Weekly YouTube Devotionals:https://youtube.com/thebonniegray Follow Bonnie on Instagram & Facebook:@thebonniegray Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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How to Break Free from Worry: A Prayer Rhythm to Calm Anxiety & Restore Peace #161
Do you find yourself carrying silent worries — even when you’re trying to trust God? Maybe your spirit feels tired. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone… and today’s episode will bring gentle encouragement.In this episode, Bonnie explores the hidden toll of spiritual fatigue and worry — how it affects your nervous system, your connection with God, and your ability to rest.Learn how to apply Bonnie’s 3-step Rest • Return • Refresh Prayer Rhythm — a biblical and brain-science-based rhythm that will help you express your worries honestly to God, feel emotionally safe, and reconnect with His peace. Tune in to feel spiritually renewed and emotionally lighter — with practical tools, biblical wisdom, and calming prayer to help you feel God’s nearness again. Key Takeaways from Today’s Soul Care:- Why spiritual fatigue and worry often go hand-in-hand- How worry impacts your nervous system — and what science says about finding calm- The power of releasing anxiety through the Psalms (emotional honesty in prayer)- How to apply the 3-step Rest • Return • Refresh Prayer Rhythm when you feel weary- Two soul care practices to break the cycle of worry and reconnect with peace Breath Prayer:Inhale: Jesus, I give You my worries…Exhale: Fill me with Your peace. Scripture of the Week:Matthew 11:28“Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” NEW Soul Care Wellness Course Mentioned: Praying the Psalms for Wellness — Registration now open!Learn how to release stress, renew peace, and grow spiritually through weekly soul care rhythms rooted in the Psalms.→ Sign up at https://mysoulcareschool.com Connect with Bonnie: Bestselling Books "Breathe" + More by Bonnie:https://amzn.to/3NpVYQd Join the Soul Care Newsletter:https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe Watch YouTube Devotionals:https://youtube.com/thebonniegray Follow on Instagram & Facebook:@thebonniegray Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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How to Break Free of Overthinking: 3 Steps to Stop the Mental Loop & Restore Peace #160
Do you ever feel stuck in your head — replaying thoughts, analyzing everything, and feeling mentally exhausted before the day even begins? You’re not alone… and you don’t have to stay in that loop.In this episode, Bonnie explores why overthinking steals your peace, how it affects your brain, and what you can do to stop the mental spiral with soul care tools rooted in scripture and science.Learn how to apply Bonnie’s 3-step Rest • Return • Refresh Rhythm — a gentle soul care practice that will help you calm your thoughts, express your emotions honestly, and begin healing with God’s love. Tune into this episode to discover how to break free of the overthinking loop and feel God’s peace again — with practical tools, neuroscience insights, and a breath prayer that will quiet your heart and reconnect you with God’s presence. Key Takeaways from Today’s Soul Care:- Why overthinking happens in your brain (Default Mode Network + rumination)- How to gently rewire anxious thought loops using soul care & scripture- What the 3-step Rest • Return • Refresh Rhythm is — and how it helps you calm your emotions and renew peace- Three actionable soul care practices (backed by research) to feel better today Breath Prayer:Inhale: Return to your rest, O my soul...Exhale: The Lord has been good to you. Scripture of the Week:Psalm 116:7 “Return to your rest, my soul, for the Lord has been good to you.” NEW Soul Care Wellness Course Mentioned: Praying the Psalms for Wellness — Registration now open!Learn how to release stress, renew peace, and grow spiritually through weekly soul care rhythms rooted in the Psalms.→ Sign up at https://mysoulcareschool.com Connect with Bonnie: Bestselling Books "Breathe" + More by Bonnie:https://amzn.to/3NpVYQd Join the Soul Care Newsletter:https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe Watch YouTube Devotionals:https://youtube.com/thebonniegray Follow on Instagram & Facebook:@thebonniegray Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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3 Healing Ways to Pray When You’re Emotionally Overwhelmed #159
Do you ever feel like you’re carrying too much — emotionally, mentally, spiritually?When stress keeps building, even small things can feel like too much to handle. You’re not alone — and you don’t have to keep pushing through on your own.In this episode, Bonnie explores how to release emotional overwhelm and experience peace through soul care practices rooted in Scripture and science. You'll hear encouragement for the moments you feel overloaded — and learn a gentle, biblical way to care for your heart.Learn how to stop powering through and start receiving the peace God lovingly offers you — especially when you feel like you're falling behind or not doing enough. Tune in to this episode to discover how to calm your nervous system, invite God into your overwhelmed places, and create space for restoration — not by doing more, but by being loved right where you are. Key Takeaways from Today’s Soul Care Episode:- Why emotional overwhelm is your soul’s way of asking for care (not a sign of weakness)- What the science of your nervous system says about stress — and how Scripture gently rewires your response- A biblical invitation from Psalm 61 when your heart feels faint- One powerful soul care rhythm to break the cycle of emotional overload- Breath Prayer practice to invite calm and connection with God in the moment Breath Prayer:(Inhale) Lead me to the Rock(Exhale) That is higher than I Scripture of the Week:"I call as my heart grows faint; lead me to the rock that is higher than I."Psalm 61:2 NEW Soul Care Wellness Course Mentioned:Praying the Psalms for Wellness Course — Registration now open!→ Sign up at https://mysoulcareschool.com Connect with Bonnie: Bestselling Books "Breathe" + More by Bonnie: https://amzn.to/3NpVYQd Join the Soul Care Newsletter: https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe YouTube Devotionals: https://youtube.com/thebonniegray Instagram & Facebook: @thebonniegray Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Breathe: The Stress Less Podcast hosted by Christian author Bonnie Gray is dedicated to refreshing your soul with rest and sparking joy, so you can feel God’s love and peace. We'll walk you through scientific, scripture-backed methods of restoring calm, in order to help you stress less, take better care of yourself, and create new rhythms to rest in daily life.
Here are some topics covered in this podcast:
🌸 Feeling Anxious? Cast Your Cares on God Because He Cares For You🌸 3 Ways to Break Free from Stress, Worry & Anxiety🌸 How to Say No to Fear & Yes to God PLUS What's the Difference Between Secular & Biblical Meditation?🌸 Is It Burnout Or Is God Stretching You? 4 Signs to Know the Difference PLUS 4 Mental Health Benefits of Stories🌸 3 Surprising Ways to Stop Overthinking, Improve Your Mood During the Day, & Get the Sleep Your Body Needs🌸 The Antidote to Stress & Fatigue + The Surprising Causes – Plus Raising Stress-Resilient Kids
FOLLOW BONNIE:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegrayHer site: http://www.thebonniegray.com
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