Studies show parents’ mental health suffers when their kid’s anxieties and depression increase and mental health suffers. Learn to combat one of the biggest stresses the CDC named that students suffer from — a sense of feeling alone in their stress. Learn one of the most powerful benefits to lower stress for children &amp; prevent school burnout to meet social &amp; academic challenges: emotional health benefits of spending time together &amp; the family meal. Practice a simple Breath Prayer meditation to release stress. Bonnie shares a soul care tip based on scripture &amp; science to lower your stress and avoid burnout. Learn:  Signal your body to rest &amp; Combat your body’s stress response Emotional health benefits of spending quality time together Practical Ideas to add touchpoints to connect with your kids Mental Health benefits of family meals    Scripture:  “Let my soul be at rest again for the Lord has been good to me.” - Psalm 116:7 Soul Care Tip: Breath Prayer, Benefits of Listening, Being Present &amp; Family Meals Bonnie teaches this week’s Breath Prayer to restore calm, based on Scripture and the science of well-being to release stress. LINKS &amp; RESOURCES  Sign up for Bonnie’s FREE Newsletter for devotionals &amp; Soul Care Bible Studies https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/ Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook in Meditation to lower stress, Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm Take the Soul Care Quiz at com – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most. Get Bonnie’s FREE 7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here!  FOLLOW BONNIE:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegrayHer site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

Studies show parents’ mental health suffers when their kid’s anxieties and depression increase and mental health suffers. Learn to combat one of the biggest stresses the CDC named that students suffer from — a sense of feeling alone in their stress. Learn one of the most powerful benefits to lower stress for children &amp; prevent school burnout to meet social &amp; academic challenges: emotional health benefits of spending time together &amp; the family meal. Practice a simple Breath Prayer meditation to release stress. Bonnie shares a soul care tip based on scripture &amp; science to lower your stress and avoid burnout. Learn: <ul> <li>Signal your body to rest &amp; Combat your body’s stress response</li> <li>Emotional health benefits of spending quality time together</li> <li>Practical Ideas to add touchpoints to connect with your kids</li> <li>Mental Health benefits of family meals</li> </ul> Scripture:  “Let my soul be at rest again for the Lord has been good to me.” - Psalm 116:7 Soul Care Tip: Breath Prayer, Benefits of Listening, Being Present &amp; Family Meals Bonnie teaches this week’s Breath Prayer to restore calm, based on Scripture and the science of well-being to release stress. LINKS &amp; RESOURCES <ul> <li>Sign up for Bonnie’s FREE Newsletter for devotionals &amp; Soul Care Bible Studies <a href="https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook in Meditation to lower stress, <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm</a></li> <li>Take the Soul Care Quiz at <a href="http://soulcarequiz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">com</a> – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most.</li> <li>Get Bonnie’s FREE <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/7prayerscalmanxiety" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here</a>!</li> </ul> FOLLOW BONNIE: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

This 1 Thing Can Lower Your Child’s Stress & Avoid School Burnout (Including Yours) #84

How do you make Fall your most fulling time, instead of letting busyness and chaos overwhelm you, as we return to work demands and school?  In today’s episode, learn to add one powerful but neglected ingredient to your schedule to lower negative emotions like fear, sadness, and anxiety – and boost motivation, energy, and calm, based on science and scripture! Do you feel leisure time is laziness? Learn how the brain reacts when you engage in leisure activities that focus on learning something new. Practice this week’s simple breath prayer to calm inner chaos and restore your motivation.  Bonnie shares how God uses leisure time to help you walk closer to Him and feel His peace. Bonnie guides you to calm your inner chaos with this week’s scripture meditation and use a practical soul care tip to calm your emotions and body! Scripture: Psalm 119:10 “With my whole heart, I seek you. Let me not wander from your commands.” Soul Care Tip: Breath Prayer, Benefits of Leisure time and recreational activities that involve learning Bonnie teaches this week’s Breath Prayer to restore calm, based on Scripture and the science of well-being to release stress. LINKS &amp; RESOURCES  Sign up for Bonnie’s FREE Newsletter for devotionals &amp; Soul Care Bible Studies https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/ Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook in Meditation to lower stress, Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm Take the Soul Care Quiz at com – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most. Get Bonnie’s FREE 7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here!  FOLLOW BONNIE:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegrayHer site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

How do you make Fall your most fulling time, instead of letting busyness and chaos overwhelm you, as we return to work demands and school?  In today’s episode, learn to add one powerful but neglected ingredient to your schedule to lower negative emotions like fear, sadness, and anxiety – and boost motivation, energy, and calm, based on science and scripture! Do you feel leisure time is laziness? Learn how the brain reacts when you engage in leisure activities that focus on learning something new. Practice this week’s simple breath prayer to calm inner chaos and restore your motivation.  Bonnie shares how God uses leisure time to help you walk closer to Him and feel His peace. Bonnie guides you to calm your inner chaos with this week’s scripture meditation and use a practical soul care tip to calm your emotions and body! Scripture: Psalm 119:10 “With my whole heart, I seek you. Let me not wander from your commands.” Soul Care Tip: Breath Prayer, Benefits of Leisure time and recreational activities that involve learning Bonnie teaches this week’s Breath Prayer to restore calm, based on Scripture and the science of well-being to release stress. LINKS &amp; RESOURCES <ul> <li>Sign up for Bonnie’s FREE Newsletter for devotionals &amp; Soul Care Bible Studies <a href="https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook in Meditation to lower stress, <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm</a></li> <li>Take the Soul Care Quiz at <a href="http://soulcarequiz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">com</a> – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most.</li> <li>Get Bonnie’s FREE <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/7prayerscalmanxiety" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here</a>!</li> </ul> FOLLOW BONNIE: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

How to Calm the Chaos & Have Your Most Fulfilling Fall Ever with God #83

What ideas have you put to the side because you feel afraid? Listen to this episode to release your past fears &amp; anxieties to do what God is calling you to do today. Ignoring fears doesn’t make them go away, but adds stress on our bodies, minds and hearts.  Avoiding what you want to do triggers nervous systems to express anxiety or depression. In today’s episode, learn to step forward with God to do the hard thing you want to do, even as you are afraid.   Bonnie guides you in a time of scripture meditation to encourage your heart. Bonnie teaches this week’s Breath Prayer to restore calm, based on Scripture and science of well-being to release stress. Learn: - To rewrite trauma of the past by taking action to do something new with God - Make new decisions you have been avoiding, to do new things with God - Breathe in peace using 3 simple soul care tips to lower stress and anxiety. Scripture: Psalm 145:18 “The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.” Soul Care Tip: Breath Prayer, Stress Relieving Benefits of Biblical Mindfulness LINKS &amp; RESOURCES  Sign up for Bonnie’s FREE Newsletter to get devotionals &amp; be first to hear of new Soul Care Bible Studies https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/ Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook in Meditation to lower stress, Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm Take the Soul Care Quiz at com – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most. Get Bonnie’s FREE 7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here!  FOLLOW BONNIE:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegrayHer site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

What ideas have you put to the side because you feel afraid? Listen to this episode to release your past fears &amp; anxieties to do what God is calling you to do today. Ignoring fears doesn’t make them go away, but adds stress on our bodies, minds and hearts.  Avoiding what you want to do triggers nervous systems to express anxiety or depression. In today’s episode, learn to step forward with God to do the hard thing you want to do, even as you are afraid.   Bonnie guides you in a time of scripture meditation to encourage your heart. Bonnie teaches this week’s Breath Prayer to restore calm, based on Scripture and science of well-being to release stress. Learn: - To rewrite trauma of the past by taking action to do something new with God - Make new decisions you have been avoiding, to do new things with God - Breathe in peace using 3 simple soul care tips to lower stress and anxiety. Scripture: Psalm 145:18 “The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.” Soul Care Tip: Breath Prayer, Stress Relieving Benefits of Biblical Mindfulness LINKS &amp; RESOURCES <ul> <li>Sign up for Bonnie’s FREE Newsletter to get devotionals &amp; be first to hear of new Soul Care Bible Studies <a href="https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook in Meditation to lower stress, <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm</a></li> <li>Take the Soul Care Quiz at <a href="http://soulcarequiz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">com</a> – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most.</li> <li>Get Bonnie’s FREE <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/7prayerscalmanxiety" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here</a>!</li> </ul> FOLLOW BONNIE: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

Don’t Let Pain of the Past Stop You Today: Use Biblical Mindfulness to Release Fear & Anxiety #82

Tony Bennett

Maybe recently, you have felt your foot slipping and you have felt pushed back. When life is giving you challenges, stress or trials – how do you get unstuck? Bonnie shows you how to get unstuck and lift your spirit with God’s more of peace and less stress. In this episode, Bonnie helps you relax and meditate on a short passage in Psalms to calm your body and emotions when you feel surrounded by challenges.  Learn a powerful soul care tip – inspired by scripture and science. Bonnie will teach this week’s Breath Prayer to renew your strength, using Scripture and the science of well-being, to release stress. Learn: - how to enjoy meditation and a breath prayer to feel God’s goodness and nearness, so you can weather your challenges with less stress. - how to move to get unstuck with God rather than being consumed with worries - how to relax as God surrounds you with songs of deliverance. Scripture: Psalm 118:14 “I was pushed so hard I was falling, but the LORD helped me. The LORD is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation.” Soul Care Tip: Breath Prayers, Power of Song, Journaling Your Thoughts LINKS &amp; RESOURCES  Tony Bennett &amp; Marc Anthony Duet on YouTube “For Once in My Life” Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook in Meditation to lower stress, Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm Take the Soul Care Quiz at com – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most. Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/ Get Bonnie’s FREE 7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here!  FOLLOW BONNIE:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegrayHer site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

Maybe recently, you have felt your foot slipping and you have felt pushed back. When life is giving you challenges, stress or trials – how do you get unstuck? Bonnie shows you how to get unstuck and lift your spirit with God’s more of peace and less stress. In this episode, Bonnie helps you relax and meditate on a short passage in Psalms to calm your body and emotions when you feel surrounded by challenges.  Learn a powerful soul care tip – inspired by scripture and science. Bonnie will teach this week’s Breath Prayer to renew your strength, using Scripture and the science of well-being, to release stress. Learn: - how to enjoy meditation and a breath prayer to feel God’s goodness and nearness, so you can weather your challenges with less stress. - how to move to get unstuck with God rather than being consumed with worries - how to relax as God surrounds you with songs of deliverance. Scripture: Psalm 118:14 “I was pushed so hard I was falling, but the LORD helped me. The LORD is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation.” Soul Care Tip: Breath Prayers, Power of Song, Journaling Your Thoughts LINKS &amp; RESOURCES <ul> <li>Tony Bennett &amp; Marc Anthony Duet on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iq_vpIp5jJ8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube “For Once in My Life”</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook in Meditation to lower stress, <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm</a></li> <li>Take the Soul Care Quiz at <a href="http://soulcarequiz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">com</a> – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most.</li> <li>Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter <a href="https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s FREE <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/7prayerscalmanxiety" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here</a>!</li> </ul> FOLLOW BONNIE: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

How to Get Unstuck When Challenges Push You Down PLUS Thoughts on Tony Bennett #81

Parent and podcaster Catherine Segars and her special guest, Peyton Garland, dive deep into the topics of OCD, anxiety, and depression to offer unique insights, education, and encouragement to weary parents. NOTE: This is an episode preview from Christian Parent, Crazy World, another podcast on the LifeAudio Podcast Network. Bonnie will be back with Breathe: The Stress Less Podcast at her regularly scheduled time.   SUBSCRIBE TO CHRISTIAN PARENT, CRAZY WORLD: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3DbS9bL  Spotify: https://sptfy.com/Okeu    DISCOVER MORE EPISODES OF CHRISTIAN PARENT, CRAZY WORLD: How To Teach the Next Generation To Pray: https://apple.co/3rqKMKY / https://sptfy.com/Okew  5 Things Every Parent Needs to Know About Gen Z: https://apple.co/3NOLuJf / https://sptfy.com/Okez  What Can We Learn from a Survivor of Teen Suicide? (with Emma Benoit): https://apple.co/3rspaOo / https://sptfy.com/OkeC  How to Discover Your Purpose in Life: https://apple.co/3OjBFEZ / https://sptfy.com/OkeE    ARTICLES REFERENCED: “To the Mama with a Mental Health Disorder” by Peyton Garland “A Few Not So Stereotypical Thoughts on OCD” by Peyton Garland “What I Wish People Knew about Mental Illness” by Catherine Segars “What I Wish People with Mental Illness Knew” by Catherine Segars  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

Parent and podcaster Catherine Segars and her special guest, Peyton Garland, dive deep into the topics of OCD, anxiety, and depression to offer unique insights, education, and encouragement to weary parents. NOTE: This is an episode preview from Christian Parent, Crazy World, another podcast on the LifeAudio Podcast Network. Bonnie will be back with Breathe: The Stress Less Podcast at her regularly scheduled time. SUBSCRIBE TO CHRISTIAN PARENT, CRAZY WORLD: Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://apple.co/3DbS9bL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://apple.co/3DbS9bL</a> Spotify: <a href="https://sptfy.com/Okeu" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://sptfy.com/Okeu</a> DISCOVER MORE EPISODES OF CHRISTIAN PARENT, CRAZY WORLD: How To Teach the Next Generation To Pray: <a href="https://apple.co/3rqKMKY" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://apple.co/3rqKMKY </a>/ <a href="https://sptfy.com/Okew" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://sptfy.com/Okew</a> 5 Things Every Parent Needs to Know About Gen Z: <a href="https://apple.co/3NOLuJf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://apple.co/3NOLuJf </a>/ <a href="https://sptfy.com/Okez" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://sptfy.com/Okez</a> What Can We Learn from a Survivor of Teen Suicide? (with Emma Benoit): <a href="https://apple.co/3rspaOo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://apple.co/3rspaOo </a>/ <a href="https://sptfy.com/OkeC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://sptfy.com/OkeC</a> How to Discover Your Purpose in Life: <a href="https://apple.co/3OjBFEZ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://apple.co/3OjBFEZ</a> / <a href="https://sptfy.com/OkeE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://sptfy.com/OkeE</a> ARTICLES REFERENCED: “<a href="https://www.ibelieve.com/motherhood/to-the-mama-with-a-mental-health-disorder.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">To the Mama with a Mental Health Disorder</a>” by Peyton Garland “<a href="https://www.ibelieve.com/health-beauty/a-few-not-so-stereotypical-thoughts-on-ocd.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Few Not So Stereotypical Thoughts on OCD</a>” by Peyton Garland “<a href="https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/spiritual-life/what-i-wish-people-knew-about-mental-illness.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">What I Wish People Knew about Mental Illness</a>” by Catherine Segars “<a href="https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/spiritual-life/what-i-wish-people-with-mental-illness-knew.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">What I Wish People with Mental Illness Knew</a>” by Catherine Segars Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

Hope and Healing for Families Struggling with Mental Health | Introducing: Christian Parent, Crazy World

If you’re overcommitting yourself, it may be time for you to just take a break.  If you tend to focus on meeting others' needs, while neglecting your own well-being, listen to this week’s episode to learn a simple and practical soul care tip to revitalize your soul this summer. Something that is good doesn’t mean you need to continue doing it indefinitely. It doesn’t mean you don’t take a break. In order to make space for what gives you joy to focus on what is lovely to invigorate yourself, you need to make space and get unstuck from responsibilities. But how? Bonnie will teach you how to confidently take a break strengthed by God’s Word in scripture and back up by the science of wellbeing, the way God created your nervous system to release stress. Learn: - how to take advantage of summer to improve your wellness instead of letting time slip away worrying - words to say when you want to de-commit from responsibility with grace -two powerful ways to become stress resilient - a simple breath prayer to strengthen you with God’s goodness Scripture: Psalm 13:6 “You have been good to me, Lord.” Soul Care Tip: Breath Prayers, Power of Taking a Break, Power of Story, Stress Resilience from Sharing LINKS &amp; RESOURCES  Register here Faith Filled Women’s Conference in Maryland, where Bonnie Gray is leading a Soul Care Retreat: Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook in Meditation to lower stress, Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm Take the Soul Care Quiz at com – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most. Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/ Get Bonnie’s FREE 7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here!  FOLLOW BONNIE:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegrayHer site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

If you’re overcommitting yourself, it may be time for you to just take a break.  If you tend to focus on meeting others' needs, while neglecting your own well-being, listen to this week’s episode to learn a simple and practical soul care tip to revitalize your soul this summer. Something that is good doesn’t mean you need to continue doing it indefinitely. It doesn’t mean you don’t take a break. In order to make space for what gives you joy to focus on what is lovely to invigorate yourself, you need to make space and get unstuck from responsibilities. But how? Bonnie will teach you how to confidently take a break strengthed by God’s Word in scripture and back up by the science of wellbeing, the way God created your nervous system to release stress. Learn: - how to take advantage of summer to improve your wellness instead of letting time slip away worrying - words to say when you want to de-commit from responsibility with grace -two powerful ways to become stress resilient - a simple breath prayer to strengthen you with God’s goodness Scripture: Psalm 13:6 “You have been good to me, Lord.” Soul Care Tip: Breath Prayers, Power of Taking a Break, Power of Story, Stress Resilience from Sharing LINKS &amp; RESOURCES <ul> <li><a href="https://www.faithfilledwomen.com/breatheconference" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Register here</a><a href="https://www.faithfilledwomen.com/breatheconference" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Faith Filled Women’s Conference in Maryland</a>, where Bonnie Gray is leading a Soul Care Retreat:</li> <li>Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook in Meditation to lower stress, <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm</a></li> <li>Take the Soul Care Quiz at <a href="http://soulcarequiz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">com</a> – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most.</li> <li>Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter <a href="https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s FREE <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/7prayerscalmanxiety" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here</a>!</li> </ul> FOLLOW BONNIE: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

Why It’s Time For You to Take A Break & Stop Worrying About Others #80

When you’re overrun by busyness or stressing out over a worry that can’t turn off, what do you do? Learn how creating a simple Summer Bucket List can help you lower anxiety and why it can bring you closer to God. Bonnie shares how a powerful trifecta of happy hormones gets released into your nervous system when you create space for laughter and do what makes you smile. God’s promise in scripture supports the importance of laughter. Learn a practical soul care tip to lower anxiety right away to activate your body’s natural rest using a simple breath prayer. Learn:  how summer can be a time to refill the needs you’ve put off the past year. one simple way to release a powerful trifecta of happy hormones to relieve pain, anxiety, and keep you energized a simple breath prayer to heal your heart, so you can push out the stress your body has absorbed  Scripture to Mediate On: Jeremiah 31:3 “I have loved you with an everlasting love.” Soul Care Tip: Breath Prayers, Healing Power of Laughter toward stress recovery LINKS &amp; RESOURCES  Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm Take the Soul Care Quiz at com – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most. Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/ Get Bonnie’s FREE 7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here!  FOLLOW BONNIE:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegrayHer site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

When you’re overrun by busyness or stressing out over a worry that can’t turn off, what do you do? Learn how creating a simple Summer Bucket List can help you lower anxiety and why it can bring you closer to God. Bonnie shares how a powerful trifecta of happy hormones gets released into your nervous system when you create space for laughter and do what makes you smile. God’s promise in scripture supports the importance of laughter. Learn a practical soul care tip to lower anxiety right away to activate your body’s natural rest using a simple breath prayer. Learn: <ul> <li>how summer can be a time to refill the needs you’ve put off the past year.</li> <li>one simple way to release a powerful trifecta of happy hormones to relieve pain, anxiety, and keep you energized</li> <li>a simple breath prayer to heal your heart, so you can push out the stress your body has absorbed</li> </ul> Scripture to Mediate On: Jeremiah 31:3 “I have loved you with an everlasting love.” Soul Care Tip: Breath Prayers, Healing Power of Laughter toward stress recovery LINKS &amp; RESOURCES <ul> <li>Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm</a></li> <li>Take the Soul Care Quiz at <a href="http://soulcarequiz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">com</a> – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most.</li> <li>Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter <a href="https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s FREE <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/7prayerscalmanxiety" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here</a>!</li> </ul> FOLLOW BONNIE: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

Hijacked by Stress? Why a Summer Bucket List Lowers Anxiety, Draws You Closer to God & Why You Should Make One #79

As you go through your day, you can get stuck in your head and get lost in your worries. Today’s episode will encourage and remind you that whatever struggles you’re wrestling with, God wants to empower you to make those decisions with freedom - and to have a moment of peace because God is with you. Your Soul Care expert and guide Bonnie Gray shares a soul care tip based on science and scripture to help snap you out of worry, lift your mood, energize you, and remind you of God’s care. Learn God’s promise in Scripture.  Rest and breathe in God’s peace and His love. Learn How To: - Re-focus on where Jesus is leading you rather than getting lost in worries - Learn a simple way to lower stress &amp; boost your mood within minutes - Be inspired by God’s Word and how He designed your nervous system - Calm your heart to make decisions today, as you trust God for tomorrow Scriptures: 2 Cor 2:14 - “But thanks be to God, who always leads us triumphantly as captives in Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of Him.” Galatians 5:1 - “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” Soul Care Tip: Learn how our God-designed nervous system alerts us with fast heartbeats, triggering stress, anxiety, and feelings of depression, but also provides natural God-given scents and aromatherapy to also signal calm to our nervous system. LINKS &amp; RESOURCES  Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm Take the Soul Care Quiz at http://soulcarequiz.com/ your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most. Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/ Get Bonnie’s FREE 7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here!  FOLLOW BONNIE:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegrayHer site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

As you go through your day, you can get stuck in your head and get lost in your worries. Today’s episode will encourage and remind you that whatever struggles you’re wrestling with, God wants to empower you to make those decisions with freedom - and to have a moment of peace because God is with you. Your Soul Care expert and guide Bonnie Gray shares a soul care tip based on science and scripture to help snap you out of worry, lift your mood, energize you, and remind you of God’s care. Learn God’s promise in Scripture.  Rest and breathe in God’s peace and His love. Learn How To: - Re-focus on where Jesus is leading you rather than getting lost in worries - Learn a simple way to lower stress &amp; boost your mood within minutes - Be inspired by God’s Word and how He designed your nervous system - Calm your heart to make decisions today, as you trust God for tomorrow Scriptures: 2 Cor 2:14 - “But thanks be to God, who always leads us triumphantly as captives in Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of Him.” Galatians 5:1 - “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” Soul Care Tip: Learn how our God-designed nervous system alerts us with fast heartbeats, triggering stress, anxiety, and feelings of depression, but also provides natural God-given scents and aromatherapy to also signal calm to our nervous system. LINKS &amp; RESOURCES <ul> <li>Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm</a></li> <li>Take the Soul Care Quiz at <a href="http://soulcarequiz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://soulcarequiz.com/</a> your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most.</li> <li>Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter <a href="https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s FREE <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/7prayerscalmanxiety" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here</a>!</li> </ul> FOLLOW BONNIE: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

Lost in Worry? Make Decisions with Freedom & God’s Peace in Your Heart #78

Reset Anxiety

When you’re in a bad mood, how do you change your mood from feel irritable to calm and happy? Learn the 3 important principles to stop anxiety and overcome resistance to doing things that are good for your emotions and body. Bonnie shares God’s promise in scripture to encourage and empower you. Learn a practical soul care tip to stop anxiety right away to activate your body’s natural rest using a simple breath prayer. Learn:  the common, unexpected signs of anxiety that you may be ignoring why you feel resistance to doing things good for your soul &amp; how to overcome it a simple breath prayer to stop anxiety in its tracks how to boost your mood with a simple action, even if you’re not in the mood to reset anxiety when you start to worry and calm your heart with God’s peace  Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7 – “Cast our cares on God, because He cares for you.” Soul Care Tip: Science of the Breath Prayer, Wellness benefits of trees, taking a walk,  time in nature, and creating memories to break anxiety and reset calm LINKS &amp; RESOURCES  Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm Take the Soul Care Quiz at com – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most. Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/ Get Bonnie’s FREE 7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here! Want to connect with Bonnie More? Follow her at http://instagram.com/thebonniegray http://facebook.com/thebonniegray  FOLLOW BONNIE:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegrayHer site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

When you’re in a bad mood, how do you change your mood from feel irritable to calm and happy? Learn the 3 important principles to stop anxiety and overcome resistance to doing things that are good for your emotions and body. Bonnie shares God’s promise in scripture to encourage and empower you. Learn a practical soul care tip to stop anxiety right away to activate your body’s natural rest using a simple breath prayer. Learn: <ul> <li>the common, unexpected signs of anxiety that you may be ignoring</li> <li>why you feel resistance to doing things good for your soul &amp; how to overcome it</li> <li>a simple breath prayer to stop anxiety in its tracks</li> <li>how to boost your mood with a simple action, even if you’re not in the mood</li> <li>to reset anxiety when you start to worry and calm your heart with God’s peace</li> </ul> Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7 – “Cast our cares on God, because He cares for you.” Soul Care Tip: Science of the Breath Prayer, Wellness benefits of trees, taking a walk,  time in nature, and creating memories to break anxiety and reset calm LINKS &amp; RESOURCES <ul> <li>Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm</a></li> <li>Take the Soul Care Quiz at <a href="http://soulcarequiz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">com</a> – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most.</li> <li>Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter <a href="https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s FREE <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/7prayerscalmanxiety" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here</a>!</li> <li>Want to connect with Bonnie More? Follow her at http://<a href="http://www.instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> </li> </ul> FOLLOW BONNIE: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

3 Tips to Reset Anxiety, Stop Worrying & Feel God's Peace

How do you find peace making hard decisions to move out of your comfort zone, in order to follow a new direction God has for you?  How can you know God is in it?   It’s hard making the decision to try new things when it means you would need to stop doing something that you’ve invested time and energy in, to try something new?   What is the new adventure God is inviting you to begin?  Learn how you can leave old things behind, so you do new things with God as Bonnie shares God’s promise to encourage and empower you.   You will learn a practical soul care tip to lower stress and anxiety based on scripture and science, to help you make changes and try something new.   Learn:   -  to see God in new direction and changes in your life - why it’s important to your mental health and your faith to try new things with God   - get out of your comfort zone to discover new gifts God has placed in you - step over common fears &amp; stop old ways to have new experiences by faith- to stop investing time and energy on things done out of routine or obligation   Scripture: Exodus 33:1 – “The LORD replied, “My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.” Soul Care Tip: The wellness benefits of novelty and doing new things out of routine LINKS &amp; RESOURCES  Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm Take the Soul Care Quiz at com – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most. Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/ Get Bonnie’s FREE 7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here!  FOLLOW BONNIE:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegrayHer site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

How do you find peace making hard decisions to move out of your comfort zone, in order to follow a new direction God has for you?  How can you know God is in it? It’s hard making the decision to try new things when it means you would need to stop doing something that you’ve invested time and energy in, to try something new? What is the new adventure God is inviting you to begin?  Learn how you can leave old things behind, so you do new things with God as Bonnie shares God’s promise to encourage and empower you. You will learn a practical soul care tip to lower stress and anxiety based on scripture and science, to help you make changes and try something new. Learn: -  to see God in new direction and changes in your life - why it’s important to your mental health and your faith to try new things with God - get out of your comfort zone to discover new gifts God has placed in you - step over common fears &amp; stop old ways to have new experiences by faith - to stop investing time and energy on things done out of routine or obligation Scripture: Exodus 33:1 – “The LORD replied, “My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.” Soul Care Tip: The wellness benefits of novelty and doing new things out of routine LINKS &amp; RESOURCES <ul> <li>Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm</a></li> <li>Take the Soul Care Quiz at <a href="http://soulcarequiz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">com</a> – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most.</li> <li>Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter <a href="https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s FREE <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/7prayerscalmanxiety" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here</a>!</li> </ul> FOLLOW BONNIE: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

How to Get Out of Your Comfort Zone to Do New Things with God #76

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 &amp; Anxiety🌸 How to Say No to Fear &amp; Yes to God PLUS What's the Difference Between Secular &amp; 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, &amp; Get the Sleep Your Body Needs🌸 The Antidote to Stress &amp; 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

How can we renew our energy when we feel weary, when we have so much to deal with in a day? Just getting up every day can feel tiring! What are the things we can do to help boost our energy levels? What does God have to say about how he can renew our strength? Just like our phones need to get recharged, and need to plug our phones, learn the simple things to help boost your energy levels and what does God have to say about how He can renew your strength! Learn a soul care practice to anchor your soul when you feel stressed.  Receive God’s loving promise in scripture to help you feel encouraged. Bonnie teaches a soul care tip, a simple action to lower anxiety based on science &amp; scripture. Bonnie continues her summer road trip series, by asking a fun question to help friends/family know each other better on the topic of strength: “If you could have a superpower, which superhero would you choose to be? And why?” Scripture: Isaiah 40:31 – “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” Soul Care Tip: Create a Safe Space with God using scripture to restore calm LINKS &amp; RESOURCES  Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm Take the Soul Care Quiz at com – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most. Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/ Get Bonnie’s FREE 7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here! Want to connect with Bonnie More? Follow her at http://instagram.com/thebonniegray http://facebook.com/thebonniegray  FOLLOW BONNIE:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegrayHer site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

How can we renew our energy when we feel weary, when we have so much to deal with in a day? Just getting up every day can feel tiring! What are the things we can do to help boost our energy levels? What does God have to say about how he can renew our strength? Just like our phones need to get recharged, and need to plug our phones, learn the simple things to help boost your energy levels and what does God have to say about how He can renew your strength! Learn a soul care practice to anchor your soul when you feel stressed.  Receive God’s loving promise in scripture to help you feel encouraged. Bonnie teaches a soul care tip, a simple action to lower anxiety based on science &amp; scripture. Bonnie continues her summer road trip series, by asking a fun question to help friends/family know each other better on the topic of strength: “If you could have a superpower, which superhero would you choose to be? And why?” Scripture: Isaiah 40:31 – “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” Soul Care Tip: Create a Safe Space with God using scripture to restore calm LINKS &amp; RESOURCES <ul> <li>Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm</a></li> <li>Take the Soul Care Quiz at <a href="http://soulcarequiz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">com</a> – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most.</li> <li>Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter <a href="https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s FREE <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/7prayerscalmanxiety" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here</a>!</li> <li>Want to connect with Bonnie More? Follow her at http://<a href="http://www.instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> </li> </ul> FOLLOW BONNIE: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

What's Your Soul's Super Power? Renew Your Strength When Your Heart Feels Weary #75

LINKS &amp; RESOURCES  Download 3 FREE Gifts when you order Breathe: 12 breath prayers, 5-day guided devotional + 5 guided audio scripture meditations. Click here to sign up! Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm Take the Soul Care Quiz at com – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most. Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/ Get Bonnie’s FREE 7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here!  FOLLOW BONNIE:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegrayHer site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

LINKS &amp; RESOURCES <ul> <li>Download 3 FREE Gifts when you order <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe</a>: 12 breath prayers, 5-day guided devotional + 5 guided audio scripture meditations. <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/5bcvf8fm1j" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to sign up!</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm</a></li> <li>Take the Soul Care Quiz at <a href="http://soulcarequiz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">com</a> – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most.</li> <li>Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter <a href="https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s FREE <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/7prayerscalmanxiety" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here</a>!</li> </ul> FOLLOW BONNIE: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

A Simple Way to Enjoy a Summer Road Trip with God: Finding God's Love Notes  #74

Renewing yourself by focusing your mind on God's goodness is a powerful way to bring joy and peace into our lives. We often forget the power of the small things in life, like a simple cherry-dipped cone from Dairy Queen, that can bring a smile to our faces. During Mental Health Awareness Month and AAPI Heritage Month, we can take the time to remember the small things that bring us peace and joy. God's goodness is all around us, but it's up to us to take the time to recognize it and to take action on it. We can take the time to slow down and appreciate God's gifts, like the beauty of nature, the love of family, and the peace of a quiet moment. We can also take action to renew our spirit and emotions with God's promise from His Word and a practical soul care tip. We can also take the time to read books that bring us peace and joy. Bonnie's book Sweet Like Jasmine, Finding Identity in a Culture of Loneliness, is a memoir about her journey to find her father. It explores 20 different areas of our true worth as God's beloved daughter. Reading books like this can help us to find peace and joy in our lives. LINKS &amp; RESOURCES  Download 3 FREE Gifts when you order Breathe: 12 breath prayers, 5-day guided devotional + 5 guided audio scripture meditations. Click here to sign up! Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm Take the Soul Care Quiz at com – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most. Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/ Get Bonnie’s FREE 7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here!  FOLLOW BONNIE:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegrayHer site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

Renewing yourself by focusing your mind on God's goodness is a powerful way to bring joy and peace into our lives. We often forget the power of the small things in life, like a simple cherry-dipped cone from Dairy Queen, that can bring a smile to our faces. During Mental Health Awareness Month and AAPI Heritage Month, we can take the time to remember the small things that bring us peace and joy. God's goodness is all around us, but it's up to us to take the time to recognize it and to take action on it. We can take the time to slow down and appreciate God's gifts, like the beauty of nature, the love of family, and the peace of a quiet moment. We can also take action to renew our spirit and emotions with God's promise from His Word and a practical soul care tip. We can also take the time to read books that bring us peace and joy. Bonnie's book Sweet Like Jasmine, Finding Identity in a Culture of Loneliness, is a memoir about her journey to find her father. It explores 20 different areas of our true worth as God's beloved daughter. Reading books like this can help us to find peace and joy in our lives. LINKS &amp; RESOURCES <ul> <li>Download 3 FREE Gifts when you order <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe</a>: 12 breath prayers, 5-day guided devotional + 5 guided audio scripture meditations. <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/5bcvf8fm1j" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to sign up!</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm</a></li> <li>Take the Soul Care Quiz at <a href="http://soulcarequiz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">com</a> – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most.</li> <li>Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter <a href="https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s FREE <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/7prayerscalmanxiety" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here</a>!</li> </ul> FOLLOW BONNIE: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

Switch Your Mind from Despair & Disappointment to Life and Peace #73

God Quiets You with His Love: Surprising Quietness Benefits for the Body, Mind & Spirit #72

Do you wake up anxious first thing in the morning? Your mind is racing with thoughts of what you need to get done today and what you failed to do yesterday. If this is a pattern for you, we challenge you to break the morning cycle of worry with prayer!   In this episode preview from Teach Us to Pray, host Christina Patterson shares what to pray in the morning for a worry-free day.   Discover More Episodes of Teach Us to Pray with Christina Patterson:  3 Signs God Is Trying to Get Your Attention: https://bit.ly/42MSUTf / https://spoti.fi/42uBdYS  How to Turn Your Worries into Prayers: https://apple.co/3I4FPgd / https://spoti.fi/3VTyWUO  How to Pray When You Sense God Moving You In a New Direction: https://apple.co/42tOrVJ / https://spoti.fi/3BoBwIJ  Why Prayer Is So Hard: https://apple.co/3pz8jZ9 / https://spoti.fi/3LUNSx9   Follow the Show:  Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NBnXgt Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NXSghL  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

Do you wake up anxious first thing in the morning? Your mind is racing with thoughts of what you need to get done today and what you failed to do yesterday. If this is a pattern for you, we challenge you to break the morning cycle of worry with prayer! In this episode preview from Teach Us to Pray, host Christina Patterson shares what to pray in the morning for a worry-free day. Discover More Episodes of Teach Us to Pray with Christina Patterson: 3 Signs God Is Trying to Get Your Attention: <a href="https://bit.ly/42MSUTf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/42MSUTf</a> / <a href="https://spoti.fi/42uBdYS" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://spoti.fi/42uBdYS</a> How to Turn Your Worries into Prayers: <a href="https://apple.co/3I4FPgd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://apple.co/3I4FPgd</a> / <a href="https://spoti.fi/3VTyWUO" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://spoti.fi/3VTyWUO</a> How to Pray When You Sense God Moving You In a New Direction: <a href="https://apple.co/42tOrVJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://apple.co/42tOrVJ</a> / <a href="https://spoti.fi/3BoBwIJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://spoti.fi/3BoBwIJ</a> Why Prayer Is So Hard: <a href="https://apple.co/3pz8jZ9" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://apple.co/3pz8jZ9</a> / <a href="https://spoti.fi/3LUNSx9" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://spoti.fi/3LUNSx9</a> Follow the Show: Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://apple.co/3NBnXgt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://apple.co/3NBnXgt</a> Spotify: <a href="https://spoti.fi/3NXSghL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://spoti.fi/3NXSghL</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

What to Pray in the Morning for a Worry-Free Day | Introducing: Teach Us to Pray

What is something God has been touching your heart to let go of, but you doubt if it’s God asking you to change, someone else, or yourself?  What is something God wants to add new in your life? One of the biggest challenges to mental health is indecision and feeling stuck:  Which voice is God’s or is someone else’s expectations? Expectations are hard to manage because God may be prompting you to make changes, yet it can become confusing: is it really God calling me to let go of certain roles or responsibilities, or is it just my idea, or is it someone else’s expectations that I’m afraid to disappoint. Soul Care coach Bonnie will help give you confidence and clarity to make decisions using three passages in Scripture to discern whose voice may be causing you confusion. Learn scientific tips based on scripture to ease anxiety in decision-making. Learn to:  Ask questions to ask yourself to discern and grow in confidence Apply a 3-point litmus test using 3 passages of scripture to know if expectations are from God’s voice or someone else. Identify if your fear or confusion is from a voice from the past Discern if your doubt is from fear of others’ judgments, letting God down, or self-doubt. Let go and choose rest without giving in to pressure from people you admire or want approval from.  Scripture: The Good Shepherd (John 10), Fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23), Qualities of Jesus' Voice (Matthew 11:29) Scripture: “Come to me those who are weary…  and find rest for your souls.” Matthew 11:28-Soul Care Tip: Nature Sounds lower anxiety LINKS &amp; RESOURCES  Download 3 FREE Gifts when you order Breathe: 12 breath prayers, 5-day guided devotional + 5 guided audio scripture meditations. Click here to sign up! Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm Take the Soul Care Quiz at com – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most. Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/ Get Bonnie’s FREE 7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here!  FOLLOW BONNIE:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegrayHer site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

What is something God has been touching your heart to let go of, but you doubt if it’s God asking you to change, someone else, or yourself?  What is something God wants to add new in your life? One of the biggest challenges to mental health is indecision and feeling stuck:  Which voice is God’s or is someone else’s expectations? Expectations are hard to manage because God may be prompting you to make changes, yet it can become confusing: is it really God calling me to let go of certain roles or responsibilities, or is it just my idea, or is it someone else’s expectations that I’m afraid to disappoint. Soul Care coach Bonnie will help give you confidence and clarity to make decisions using three passages in Scripture to discern whose voice may be causing you confusion. Learn scientific tips based on scripture to ease anxiety in decision-making. Learn to: <ul> <li>Ask questions to ask yourself to discern and grow in confidence</li> <li>Apply a 3-point litmus test using 3 passages of scripture to know if expectations are from God’s voice or someone else.</li> <li>Identify if your fear or confusion is from a voice from the past</li> <li>Discern if your doubt is from fear of others’ judgments, letting God down, or self-doubt.</li> <li>Let go and choose rest without giving in to pressure from people you admire or want approval from.</li> </ul> Scripture: The Good Shepherd (John 10), Fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23), Qualities of Jesus' Voice (Matthew 11:29) Scripture: “Come to me those who are weary…  and find rest for your souls.” Matthew 11:28-Soul Care Tip: Nature Sounds lower anxiety LINKS &amp; RESOURCES <ul> <li>Download 3 FREE Gifts when you order <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe</a>: 12 breath prayers, 5-day guided devotional + 5 guided audio scripture meditations. <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/5bcvf8fm1j" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to sign up!</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm</a></li> <li>Take the Soul Care Quiz at <a href="http://soulcarequiz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">com</a> – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most.</li> <li>Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter <a href="https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s FREE <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/7prayerscalmanxiety" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here</a>!</li> </ul> FOLLOW BONNIE: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

3 Ways to Combat Self-Doubt: Is it God's Voice, Your Voice, or Someone Else's Expectations? #71

LINKS &amp; RESOURCES  Download FREE Gifts when you order Breathe during the month of May: a 5-day guided devotional to refresh weary hearts + 5 guided audio prayer quiet times, PLUS printable Breath Prayer cards inspired by Scripture.Click here to sign up! Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm Book Signing Event: Meet Bonnie Gray at Books Inc in Palo Alto, California on May 7th Sunday @2:00pm. Join Bonnie &amp; 40+ speakers at the Christian Parenting Event online. Get $20 off using this link &amp; the code: FRIENDSANDFAMILY23 Take the Soul Care Quiz at com – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most to flourish with God’s peace and joy in your life. Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/ Get Bonnie’s FREE 7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here!  FOLLOW BONNIE:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegrayHer site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

LINKS &amp; RESOURCES <ul> <li>Download FREE Gifts when you order <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe</a> during the month of May: a 5-day guided devotional to refresh weary hearts + 5 guided audio prayer quiet times, PLUS printable Breath Prayer cards inspired by Scripture.<a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/5bcvf8fm1j" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to sign up!</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm</a></li> <li>Book Signing Event: Meet Bonnie Gray at <a href="https://www.booksinc.net/PaloAlto" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Books Inc in Palo Alto, California</a> on May 7th Sunday @2:00pm.</li> <li>Join Bonnie &amp; 40+ speakers at the <a href="https://www.perfectlyimperfect.org/a/2147529418/PUNGCmjv" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Christian Parenting Event online</a>. Get $20 off using <a href="https://www.perfectlyimperfect.org/a/2147529418/PUNGCmjv" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this link</a> &amp; the code: FRIENDSANDFAMILY23</li> <li>Take the Soul Care Quiz at <a href="http://soulcarequiz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">com</a> – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most to flourish with God’s peace and joy in your life.</li> <li>Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter <a href="https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s FREE <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/7prayerscalmanxiety" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here</a>!</li> </ul> FOLLOW BONNIE: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

What's the Difference Between Rest and Being Lazy? PLUS How Positive Memories Strengthen Our Trust in God #70

We all want to start anew and spring is in the air. But, how do we let go of our fear and say yes to the new things God has for us? Learn how to let go of roles and responsibilities instead of holding yourself back because of fear. Plus, with secular meditation so popular in our culture as stress relief tool, what is the difference between secular and biblical meditation? Soul Care coach Bonnie answers this question and will guide you in a special episode to guide you in biblical meditation so you can say yes to God and say no to fear. Learn scientific tips based on scripture to help ease anxiety. Learn to:  Set your heart free from fear of uncertain and anxiety using God’s Word What is the difference between secular and biblical meditation for stress relief How to slow down to savor God’s peace and presence Enjoy a guided audio quiet time using the Lectio Divina – “divine reading” method  Scripture: “I run in the path of your commands for you have set my heart free.” Psalm 119:32  Soul Care Tip: This week, Bonnie talks to us about meditation for stress relief LINKS &amp; RESOURCES  Download FREE Gifts when you order Breathe during the month of May: a 5-day guided devotional to refresh weary hearts + 5 guided audio prayer quiet times, PLUS printable Breath Prayer cards inspired by Scripture.Click here to sign up! Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm Book Signing Event: Meet Bonnie Gray at Books Inc in Palo Alto, California on May 7th Sunday @2:00pm. Join Bonnie &amp; 40+ speakers at the Christian Parenting Event online. Get $20 off using this link &amp; the code: FRIENDSANDFAMILY23 Take the Soul Care Quiz at com – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most to flourish with God’s peace and joy in your life. Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/ Get Bonnie’s FREE 7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here!  FOLLOW BONNIE:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegrayHer site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

We all want to start anew and spring is in the air. But, how do we let go of our fear and say yes to the new things God has for us? Learn how to let go of roles and responsibilities instead of holding yourself back because of fear. Plus, with secular meditation so popular in our culture as stress relief tool, what is the difference between secular and biblical meditation? Soul Care coach Bonnie answers this question and will guide you in a special episode to guide you in biblical meditation so you can say yes to God and say no to fear. Learn scientific tips based on scripture to help ease anxiety. Learn to: <ul> <li>Set your heart free from fear of uncertain and anxiety using God’s Word</li> <li>What is the difference between secular and biblical meditation for stress relief</li> <li>How to slow down to savor God’s peace and presence</li> <li>Enjoy a guided audio quiet time using the Lectio Divina – “divine reading” method</li> </ul> Scripture: “I run in the path of your commands for you have set my heart free.” Psalm 119:32 Soul Care Tip: This week, Bonnie talks to us about meditation for stress relief LINKS &amp; RESOURCES <ul> <li>Download FREE Gifts when you order <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe</a> during the month of May: a 5-day guided devotional to refresh weary hearts + 5 guided audio prayer quiet times, PLUS printable Breath Prayer cards inspired by Scripture.<a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/5bcvf8fm1j" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to sign up!</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm</a></li> <li>Book Signing Event: Meet Bonnie Gray at <a href="https://www.booksinc.net/PaloAlto" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Books Inc in Palo Alto, California</a> on May 7th Sunday @2:00pm.</li> <li>Join Bonnie &amp; 40+ speakers at the <a href="https://www.perfectlyimperfect.org/a/2147529418/PUNGCmjv" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Christian Parenting Event online</a>. Get $20 off using <a href="https://www.perfectlyimperfect.org/a/2147529418/PUNGCmjv" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this link</a> &amp; the code: FRIENDSANDFAMILY23</li> <li>Take the Soul Care Quiz at <a href="http://soulcarequiz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">com</a> – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most to flourish with God’s peace and joy in your life.</li> <li>Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter <a href="https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s FREE <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/7prayerscalmanxiety" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here</a>!</li> </ul> FOLLOW BONNIE: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

How to Say No to Fear & Yes to God PLUS What's the Difference Between Secular & Biblical Meditation?

How do we know we’ve entered a season of burnout and really need to make some changes – or maybe the Lord is saying it’s time to grow and God’s stretching you in order to grow? Bonnie shares 4 signs to know the difference between pushing through or it’s time to make changes that may be disruptive, but necessary. Learn how the pick-yourself-up-by-the-boostraps mindset may not be how God is calling you to walk with him in your current season of faith. Soul Care coach Bonnie will share answers to these questions. Learn scientific tips based on scripture to help ease anxiety. Learn to:  Understand the difference between burnout and a season of being stretched in order to grow Identify signs in 4 areas of wellness that signal burnout: emotional, physical, spiritual and social 4 Mental Health Benefits Listening to Stories How being too strong doesn’t mean you’re more spiritual &amp; hurts you Breath Prayer: Inhale: When I feel afraid. Exhale: I will trust in you.  Scripture: When I feel afraid, I will trust in YouSoul Care Tip: Listening to stories, Taking a Walk, and Relaxing Benefits of Activating Your Auditory Senses LINKS &amp; RESOURCES  Listen to “4 Practical Ways to Avoid Burnout” with Bonnie on the Proverbs 31 Ministry Podcast Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm Book Signing Event: Meet Bonnie Gray at Books Inc in Palo Alto, California on May 7th Sunday @2:00pm. Join Bonnie &amp; 40+ speakers at the Christian Parenting Event online. Get $20 off using this link &amp; the code: FRIENDSANDFAMILY23 Take the Soul Care Quiz at com – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most to flourish with God’s peace and joy in your life. Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/ Get Bonnie’s FREE 7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here!  FOLLOW BONNIE:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegrayHer site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

How do we know we’ve entered a season of burnout and really need to make some changes – or maybe the Lord is saying it’s time to grow and God’s stretching you in order to grow? Bonnie shares 4 signs to know the difference between pushing through or it’s time to make changes that may be disruptive, but necessary. Learn how the pick-yourself-up-by-the-boostraps mindset may not be how God is calling you to walk with him in your current season of faith. Soul Care coach Bonnie will share answers to these questions. Learn scientific tips based on scripture to help ease anxiety. Learn to: <ul> <li>Understand the difference between burnout and a season of being stretched in order to grow</li> <li>Identify signs in 4 areas of wellness that signal burnout: emotional, physical, spiritual and social</li> <li>4 Mental Health Benefits Listening to Stories</li> <li>How being too strong doesn’t mean you’re more spiritual &amp; hurts you</li> <li>Breath Prayer: Inhale: When I feel afraid. Exhale: I will trust in you.</li> </ul> Scripture: When I feel afraid, I will trust in You Soul Care Tip: Listening to stories, Taking a Walk, and Relaxing Benefits of Activating Your Auditory Senses LINKS &amp; RESOURCES <ul> <li>Listen to <a href="https://proverbs31.org/listen/podcast/full-podcast/2023/04/04/4-practical-ways-to-avoid-burnout-with-bonnie-gray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">“4 Practical Ways to Avoid Burnout” with Bonnie on the Proverbs 31 Ministry Podcast</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release in Meditation to lower stress, <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm</a></li> <li>Book Signing Event: Meet Bonnie Gray at <a href="https://www.booksinc.net/PaloAlto" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Books Inc in Palo Alto, California</a> on May 7th Sunday @2:00pm.</li> <li>Join Bonnie &amp; 40+ speakers at the <a href="https://www.perfectlyimperfect.org/a/2147529418/PUNGCmjv" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Christian Parenting Event online</a>. Get $20 off using <a href="https://www.perfectlyimperfect.org/a/2147529418/PUNGCmjv" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this link</a> &amp; the code: FRIENDSANDFAMILY23</li> <li>Take the Soul Care Quiz at <a href="http://soulcarequiz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">com</a> – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most to flourish with God’s peace and joy in your life.</li> <li>Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter <a href="https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s FREE <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/7prayerscalmanxiety" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here</a>!</li> </ul> FOLLOW BONNIE: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

Is It Burnout Or Is God Stretching You? 4 Signs to Know the Difference PLUS 4 Mental Health Benefits of Stories  #68

Ever feel fatigued but not sure why? Most of us don’t run marathons, yet we find ourselves sluggish after a day of sitting at our desks. Guess what causes more fatigue: food deprivation or social isolation? As people of faith, how can we respond to fatigue and feel renewed with vitality the way God designed for our emotions and bodies? As parents of faith, how do we raise children to be stress-resilient, so they aren’t fatigued and practice healthy mental health habits? Soul Care coach Bonnie Gray will share answers to these questions. Learn scientific tips based on scripture to help ease anxiety. Learn to:  The one key ingredient that will help you to raise your kids to be stress-resilient and protect their mental health well-being The surprising reason why your body gets fatigued and how to renew your energy levels (and it doesn’t involve the gym) Create this one rhythm to recover from stress from the work week &amp; kid’s schoolwork Right brain and left brain anxiety and how God created your body to respond to stress &amp; to recover Breath Prayer: Inhale: When I pass through the waters. Exhale: You will be with me.  Scripture: When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.” Is. 43:2Soul Care Tip: Family Adventures, The joy of anticipation, novelty, and power of new experiences LINKS &amp; RESOURCES  Join me &amp; 40+ speakers at the Christian Parenting Event online. Get $20 off using this link &amp; the code: FRIENDSANDFAMILY23 Get a copy of Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release on Amazon in Meditation to lower stress, Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm Book Signing Event: Meet Bonnie Gray at Books Inc in Palo Alto, California on May 7th Sunday @2:00pm. Take the Soul Care Quiz at com – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most to flourish with God’s peace and joy in your life. Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/ Get Bonnie’s FREE 7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here!  FOLLOW BONNIE:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegrayHer site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

Ever feel fatigued but not sure why? Most of us don’t run marathons, yet we find ourselves sluggish after a day of sitting at our desks. Guess what causes more fatigue: food deprivation or social isolation? As people of faith, how can we respond to fatigue and feel renewed with vitality the way God designed for our emotions and bodies? As parents of faith, how do we raise children to be stress-resilient, so they aren’t fatigued and practice healthy mental health habits? Soul Care coach Bonnie Gray will share answers to these questions. Learn scientific tips based on scripture to help ease anxiety. Learn to: <ul> <li>The one key ingredient that will help you to raise your kids to be stress-resilient and protect their mental health well-being</li> <li>The surprising reason why your body gets fatigued and how to renew your energy levels (and it doesn’t involve the gym)</li> <li>Create this one rhythm to recover from stress from the work week &amp; kid’s schoolwork</li> <li>Right brain and left brain anxiety and how God created your body to respond to stress &amp; to recover</li> <li>Breath Prayer: Inhale: When I pass through the waters. Exhale: You will be with me.</li> </ul> Scripture: When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.” Is. 43:2 Soul Care Tip: Family Adventures, The joy of anticipation, novelty, and power of new experiences LINKS &amp; RESOURCES <ul> <li>Join me &amp; 40+ speakers at the <a href="https://www.perfectlyimperfect.org/a/2147529418/PUNGCmjv" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Christian Parenting Event online</a>. Get $20 off using <a href="https://www.perfectlyimperfect.org/a/2147529418/PUNGCmjv" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this link</a> &amp; the code: FRIENDSANDFAMILY23</li> <li>Get a copy of Bonnie’s new book #1 New Audiobook Release on Amazon in Meditation to lower stress, <a href="http://bit.ly/thebreathebook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Breathe: 21 Ways to Stress Less &amp; Transform Chaos to Calm</a></li> <li>Book Signing Event: Meet Bonnie Gray at <a href="https://www.booksinc.net/PaloAlto" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Books Inc in Palo Alto, California</a> on May 7th Sunday @2:00pm.</li> <li>Take the Soul Care Quiz at <a href="http://soulcarequiz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">com</a> – your FREE personal wellness assessment – to learn which areas of wellness you’re missing most to flourish with God’s peace and joy in your life.</li> <li>Want Scientific Articles mentioned in Today’s Show? Sign up for the FREE Breathe Newsletter <a href="https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/</a></li> <li>Get Bonnie’s FREE <a href="https://mailchi.mp/thebonniegray/7prayerscalmanxiety" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 Prayers &amp; Scriptures to Calm Anxiety here</a>!</li> </ul> FOLLOW BONNIE: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

The Antidote to Stress & Fatigue + The Surprising Causes – Plus Raising Stress-Resilient Kids

I found out about this wonderful godly podcast by listening to the daily prayer podcast. I’m officially hooked 😂 and I love the content and the Bible verses and the awesome tips. I pray that GOD will continue to do great works through you and your podcast. God bless you

Awesome Podcast

I love the idea of this podcast. I truly do. But I expected a relaxing voice to share this podcast. The way the story is shared is too stressed and excited. I love the message, I just don’t find it relaxing.

I’m torn

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 &amp; Anxiety 🌸 How to Say No to Fear &amp; Yes to God PLUS What's the Difference Between Secular &amp; 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, &amp; Get the Sleep Your Body Needs 🌸 The Antidote to Stress &amp; Fatigue + The Surprising Causes – Plus Raising Stress-Resilient Kids FOLLOW BONNIE: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a>

Breathe: The Stress Less Podcast

Bonnie encourages us to let grace in, instead of allowing guilt to hold your heart back.Next time those critical voices start whispering, imagine Jesus loving you today and take steps to let grace nurture your heart and lift your day.Scripture: “But as for me, the nearness of God is my good.” Psalm 73:28Soul Care Tip &amp; Scientific Research: I’ll share the benefits of journaling and encourage you to try journaling for 10 minutes a day. Links + Resources from This Episode:Research shows journaling for just 10 minutes increases happiness. For links to this study and more, sign up for Bonnie’s Newsletter.Grab a copy of Bonnie’s book Whispers of Rest for more encouragement.Find Bonnie on Instagram, Facebook and thebonniegray.com.  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

Bonnie encourages us to let grace in, instead of allowing guilt to hold your heart back. Next time those critical voices start whispering, imagine Jesus loving you today and take steps to let grace nurture your heart and lift your day. Scripture: “But as for me, the nearness of God is my good.” Psalm 73:28 Soul Care Tip &amp; Scientific Research: I’ll share the benefits of journaling and encourage you to try journaling for 10 minutes a day. Links + Resources from This Episode: Research shows journaling for just 10 minutes increases happiness. For links to this study and more, sign up for Bonnie’s Newsletter. Grab a copy of Bonnie’s book Whispers of Rest for more encouragement. Find Bonnie on Instagram, Facebook and <a href="http://thebonniegray.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thebonniegray.com</a>. Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

Episode 3: Release Guilt and Receive Grace

“Even if I had time to rest, I wouldn’t know what to do.” Sounds familiar? You’re not alone. Bonnie shares how to take better care of yourself with specific types of TLC. Which kind do you need most? Physical rest (unplugging/doing less), emotional rest (reconnecting with friends), or spiritual rest/encouragement (time with God)?Scripture: “Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10Soul Care Tip &amp; Scientific Research: Try making something with your hands. Learn the benefits of lowering anxiety with repetitive motion.Links + Resources from This Episode:The original Hebrew meaning of “Be still (raphah) and know (yada) that I am God" means to loosen your grip, relax to personally experience God.Studies show the repetitive motion of creating with our hands returns calm to the nervous system. For links to this study and more, sign up for Bonnie’s Newsletter here.Grab a copy of Bonnie’s book Whispers of Rest for more encouragement: http://bit.ly/WhispersofRestbookFind Bonnie on Instagram, Facebook and thebonniegray.com.  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

“Even if I had time to rest, I wouldn’t know what to do.” Sounds familiar? You’re not alone. Bonnie shares how to take better care of yourself with specific types of TLC. Which kind do you need most? Physical rest (unplugging/doing less), emotional rest (reconnecting with friends), or spiritual rest/encouragement (time with God)? Scripture: “Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10 Soul Care Tip &amp; Scientific Research: Try making something with your hands. Learn the benefits of lowering anxiety with repetitive motion. Links + Resources from This Episode: The original Hebrew meaning of “Be still (raphah) and know (yada) that I am God" means to loosen your grip, relax to personally experience God. Studies show the repetitive motion of creating with our hands returns calm to the nervous system. For links to this study and more, sign up for Bonnie’s Newsletter here. Grab a copy of Bonnie’s book Whispers of Rest for more encouragement: <a href="http://bit.ly/WhispersofRestbook" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/WhispersofRestbook</a> Find Bonnie on Instagram, Facebook and <a href="http://thebonniegray.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thebonniegray.com</a>. Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

Episode 4: Rest: The Antidote for Stress

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Maybe you've felt hesitant to commit time, money or resources to something that brings you joy, because you’re afraid that if it’s not something you can market or can help others with, that it’s a waste of time. It’s not true. Joy may feel selfish, but it isn’t. It’s your heart’s response to God as a beloved child. He wants us to feel joy. What gives you joy? Do you know? In this episode, Bonnie asks some great questions to help you figure out what gives you joy, and gives you permission to put resources toward pursuing it. Scripture: “These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full.” - John 15:11Soul Care Tip &amp; Scientific Research: Take a step toward figuring out what gives you joy and find one way to pursue it this week.  Links + Resources from This Episode:• Get Bonnie’s Soul Care Package: You're Worth Loving ebook + 6 teaching videos•Brigham Young study shows sharing joy improves your energy and wellbeing. For links to this study and more, sign up for Bonnie’s Newsletter here. (http://thebonniegray.com/subscribe) • Here and Now by Henri Nouwen• Grab a copy of Bonnie’s book Whispers of Rest for more encouragementFind Bonnie on:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegray Her site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

Maybe you've felt hesitant to commit time, money or resources to something that brings you joy, because you’re afraid that if it’s not something you can market or can help others with, that it’s a waste of time. It’s not true. Joy may feel selfish, but it isn’t. It’s your heart’s response to God as a beloved child. He wants us to feel joy. What gives you joy? Do you know? In this episode, Bonnie asks some great questions to help you figure out what gives you joy, and gives you permission to put resources toward pursuing it. Scripture: “These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full.” - John 15:11 Soul Care Tip &amp; Scientific Research: Take a step toward figuring out what gives you joy and find one way to pursue it this week. Links + Resources from This Episode: • Get Bonnie’s Soul Care Package: You're Worth Loving ebook + 6 teaching videos •Brigham Young study shows sharing joy improves your energy and wellbeing. For links to this study and more, sign up for Bonnie’s Newsletter here. (<a href="http://thebonniegray.com/subscribe)" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://thebonniegray.com/subscribe)</a> • Here and Now by Henri Nouwen • Grab a copy of Bonnie’s book Whispers of Rest for more encouragement Find Bonnie on: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

Episode 6: Figure Out What Brings You Joy and Pursue It

Bonnie shares the importance of emotional honesty and how sharing our feelings helps us process what has happened to us, instead of holding it all in, trying to carry the burden alone. Scripture: “As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you.” Isaiah 66:13 Soul Care Tip: Have coffee with a soul friend and open up about what is stressing you out.Links + Resources from This Episode:Richard Swenson: The Overload Syndrome - http://urlme.cc/7gPxUCLA study shows simply naming negative emotions calms the mind and body. For links to this study and more, sign up for Bonnie’s Newsletter at http://thebonniegray.com/subscribe. Grab a copy of Bonnie’s book Whispers of Rest for more encouragement: https://bit.ly/WhispersofRestbookFind Bonnie on:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegray Her site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

Bonnie shares the importance of emotional honesty and how sharing our feelings helps us process what has happened to us, instead of holding it all in, trying to carry the burden alone. Scripture: “As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you.” Isaiah 66:13 Soul Care Tip: Have coffee with a soul friend and open up about what is stressing you out. Links + Resources from This Episode: Richard Swenson: The Overload Syndrome - <a href="http://urlme.cc/7gPx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://urlme.cc/7gPx</a> UCLA study shows simply naming negative emotions calms the mind and body. For links to this study and more, sign up for Bonnie’s Newsletter at <a href="http://thebonniegray.com/subscribe" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://thebonniegray.com/subscribe</a>. Grab a copy of Bonnie’s book Whispers of Rest for more encouragement: <a href="https://bit.ly/WhispersofRestbook" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/WhispersofRestbook</a> Find Bonnie on: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

Episode 5: Why Sharing Our Stories Relieves Our Stress

So much stress in life happens like stormy weather: suddenly and unexpectedly. What are the actions we can take to experience God’s peace in the storms of life? Bonnie shows how to lower stress and experience God’s presence to carry you through hard times.*This episode was recorded before the coronavirus pandemic. We’re grateful that these words of encouragement and advice are applicable more than ever. Let Jesus take you through this storm, and know his peace will carry you through. Stay well, friends.Scripture: “Take heart. It is I. Do not be afraid.” Mark 6:50Soul Care Tip &amp; Scientific Research: Listen to worship songs as meditation and learn about the calming &amp; energizing benefits.Links + Resources in This Episode:The Practice of the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence: http://urlme.cc/B0YlBonnie's Soul Care Package: http://urlme.cc/aLlBBonnie's book, Whispers of Rest: http://urlme.cc/5n4oSign up for Bonnie's Weekly Wellness Beloved Newsletter: http://urlme.cc/Zod9Find Bonnie on:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegrayFacebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegray Her site: http://www.thebonniegray.com  Discover more Christian podcasts at  lifeaudio.com     and inquire about advertising opportunities at     lifeaudio.com/contact-us.  

So much stress in life happens like stormy weather: suddenly and unexpectedly. What are the actions we can take to experience God’s peace in the storms of life? Bonnie shows how to lower stress and experience God’s presence to carry you through hard times. *This episode was recorded before the coronavirus pandemic. We’re grateful that these words of encouragement and advice are applicable more than ever. Let Jesus take you through this storm, and know his peace will carry you through. Stay well, friends. Scripture: “Take heart. It is I. Do not be afraid.” Mark 6:50 Soul Care Tip &amp; Scientific Research: Listen to worship songs as meditation and learn about the calming &amp; energizing benefits. Links + Resources in This Episode: The Practice of the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence: <a href="http://urlme.cc/B0Yl" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://urlme.cc/B0Yl</a> Bonnie's Soul Care Package: <a href="http://urlme.cc/aLlB" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://urlme.cc/aLlB</a> Bonnie's book, Whispers of Rest: <a href="http://urlme.cc/5n4o" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://urlme.cc/5n4o</a> Sign up for Bonnie's Weekly Wellness Beloved Newsletter: <a href="http://urlme.cc/Zod9" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://urlme.cc/Zod9</a> Find Bonnie on: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a> Discover more Christian podcasts at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com</a> and inquire about advertising opportunities at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/contact-us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeaudio.com/contact-us</a>.

Episode 10: Choose Peace in the Storm

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