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/thebonniegray Facebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegray Her site: http://www.thebonniegray.com
In today’s busy, burnout-prone world, joy can feel like a luxury. But here’s a surprising truth: nearly 1 in 3 adults hasn’t shared a meal with someone outside their household in over a month. And yet, science shows that simple connection — like eating together or laughing over a board game — is one of the most powerful ways to restore our emotional well-being.
In this episode, you’ll lear...
This week on Breathe, we’re talking about something that keeps so many women from experiencing real joy: guilt — especially the hidden kind that whispers, “You don’t deserve this.”
Have you ever felt bad for doing something that made you happy? Like taking a break, saying no, or choosing what’s good for your soul? You’re not alone — and it’s not your fault.
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This week on Breathe, we’re talking about something that might be stealing your joy without you even realizing it: visual and emotional clutter.
If your environment feels messy, your mind might feel the same way — scattered, overwhelmed, or stuck in old patterns.
In this episode, Bonnie shares a surprising story of how one painful moment helped her realize that healing sometimes starts with what you remove...
Did you know that stepping into the sunlight is one of the most powerful ways to boost your mood and restore your soul?
In this episode of the Summer Soul Glow Up series, Bonnie shares how God's creation of light is not only a spiritual gift — it's also a scientific one. You'll discover how natural sunlight impacts your emotions, your energy levels, and even your sleep. Plus, Bonnie shares a personal story of how start...
Have you ever looked in the mirror and felt like the outside you doesn’t reflect the vibrant, joyful person you used to be inside?
In this second episode of the Summer Soul Glow Up series, Bonnie invites you to rediscover the sacred beauty of caring for yourself — not just spiritually, but physically and emotionally too. Learn how small acts of outer care, like skincare or dressing in what makes you smile, can be...
Do you ever feel like summer is slipping by while you’re just trying to hold everything together — and forgetting what brings you joy?
In this episode, Bonnie kicks off the Summer Soul Glow Up series with an encouraging invitation to stop putting yourself to the side and start creating space for what lights you up. You'll learn why joy isn't selfish — it's soul care. And how the atmosphere you create with y...
Do you ever feel like you’re just not enough — no matter how much you do or how hard you try to hold everything together? Maybe you’ve been the strong one for so long, but deep down you’re quietly wondering… Does anyone truly see me?
You’re not alone — and you don’t have to keep hiding your heart.
In this episode, Bonnie shares how emotional neglect and affectional depr...
Feeling emotionally exhausted from always being strong? In this episode, discover how the father wound leads to hyper-independence and disconnection from emotional wellness — and learn how soul care, science, and God’s love can help you heal and feel safe again.
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Have you ever felt like you always have to be strong — even when your heart feels worn thin?
Many women carry the hidde...
Feeling unseen, unworthy, or like your story doesn’t matter? In this episode, discover how to rewrite your story with God’s healing love through soul care rhythms that restore your identity, peace, and emotional wellness.
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Have you ever felt like your life revolves around others — while your own heart fades quietly into the background? You’re not alone. Many women feel invisible ...
Feeling burned out or stretched too thin? Discover 3 science-backed and scripture-based soul care rhythms to recover peace, restore hope, and reconnect with God’s love.
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Are you feeling exhausted, like you’re barely holding it together? Maybe your joy is fading and your body is sending you warning signs — like trouble sleeping, hair loss, or constant anxiety. In today’s epi...
Feeling stuck in slow healing? Discover 3 scientific & biblical rhythms to calm anxiety, restore peace, and reconnect with Jesus through soul care.
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Do you ever feel like you're doing all the right things to heal — but nothing seems to change? In today’s episode, Bonnie shares a vulnerable story about the anxiety of waiting for healing to come, and how Jesus met her through the Psalms in a seas...
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.
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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...
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.
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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.
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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 he...
Are you feeling uninspired, emotionally drained, or wondering why rest doesn’t feel restful anymore?
In this episode, Bonnie explores the hidden signs of burnout—and why the solution isn’t more time, but more soul-nourishing peace. Through a heartfelt personal story, biblical encouragement, and research-backed soul care tips, she shares how to break free from emotional exhaustion and gently return to joy.
Do you ever feel like if you can’t do it all—and do it perfectly—it’s not even worth starting? That’s the trap of all-or-nothing thinking. It quietly fuels shame, burnout, and discouragement—keeping you stuck and unsure how to move forward.
In this episode, Bonnie shares a heartfelt (and slightly nerdy!) story about her love for sci-fi and how it reveals a deeper truth about the spiritual ...
Have you ever held back from stepping into something new because you feared what others might think? Do you overthink decisions, worrying about making mistakes or being judged? If so, you're not alone. Fear of criticism can keep us stuck—whether it’s launching something new, sharing our story, or simply allowing ourselves to enjoy life without guilt.
In this episode, Bonnie explores why fear of criticism holds us...
Have you ever felt paralyzed by the fear of making a mistake? Do you struggle with self-doubt, feeling like whatever you do is never enough? Perfectionism steals our peace, trapping us in an exhausting cycle of self-criticism and pressure. But friend, God never asked us to be perfect—He invites us to be perfectly loved.
In this episode, Bonnie explores why perfectionism keeps us stuck and how God's love frees us from p...
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