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…
Have you ever wanted to get together with a friend-but you were too tired, too busy, or maybe even felt guilty because too much time had passed? What if reconnecting could be simpler than you think-and still give you the joy and connection your wellness needs? In this episode, Bonnie shares a lunch with a friend during her recovery from an ankle stress fracture-and the surprising moment they both…
Have you ever known what was best for your health-but still found yourself putting everyone else first? What if making room for healing isn't about doing more, but letting go of what's keeping you from receiving God's best? In this episode, Bonnie shares a surprising plot twist in her own healing journey and the life-changing words that helped her rethink her priorities. Discover the science…
Have you ever felt guilty for doing something that brings you joy? What if choosing joy isn't selfish-but one of the ways Jesus invites you to receive His kindness and care for your heart? In this episode, Bonnie shares a touching story of an unexpected act of kindness from a stranger that transformed her understanding of soul care. Discover the surprising science behind joy, why it matters for…
What if one simple morning habit could help you sleep better, lower stress, and bring more peace to your day? In this third episode of the Summer Soul Glow Up series, Bonnie shares how learning the science of morning light helped reset her sleep - and how she's adjusting her summer glow up practice in the midst of a tough season to meet with God and receive His peace. If you've been waking up…
Have you ever felt guilty for taking care of yourself? What if your skincare routine could become an act of soul care? In this second episode of the Summer Soul Glow Up series, Bonnie shares how preparing for ankle surgery led her to discover the surprising science of protein and healthy skin-and what Queen Esther teaches about God's heart for caring for ourselves. If you've been putting yourself…
When was the last time you planned something simply because it would make you smile? So many women spend the summer making memories for everyone else while quietly putting their own joy on hold. But what if creating just one thing to look forward to could actually lower your stress and help you experience more peace? In this first episode of the Summer Soul Glow Up series, Bonnie shares a personal…
Do your thoughts ever get stuck in a cycle of what-ifs? What if something goes wrong? What if things don't work out? What if I'm not ready for what's ahead? In this episode, Bonnie shares a personal story about preparing for surgery and the unexpected moment that reminded her she wasn't walking through the valley alone. Through scripture & science of negativity bias, you'll discover why our minds…
Have you ever felt like you signed up for one thing... only to find yourself on a completely different path? Maybe you thought a challenge would last a few weeks, but it turned into months. Maybe you expected life to move in one direction, and suddenly everything changed. In this episode, Bonnie shares a remarkable story about a race that went unexpectedly off course-and the surprising lesson it…
Have you ever found yourself waiting for one more sign from God? One more confirmation? One more reassurance? One more reason to feel certain before moving forward. In this episode, Bonnie shares a deeply personal story about one of the hardest decisions she's made in recent years and a surprising discovery about finding peace rather than more answers. You'll discover why indecision can quietly…
Do you know God loves you… but somehow you don't always feel it? You know you're valuable to God. Yet when it's time to set boundaries, pursue what brings you joy, take care of yourself, or believe your needs matter, you hesitate. Why? In this episode, Bonnie explores why knowing the truth in your head isn't always enough to change how you feel about yourself. Through personal story, the power of…