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Breathe: The Stress Less Podcast

Breathe: The Stress Less Podcast

Bonnie Gray - Soul Care Coach and Author of Sweet Like Jasmine, Whispers of Rest, and Finding Spiritual Whitespace 251 Episodes Oct 12, 2026

Breathe: The Stress Less Podcast is hosted by Christian author Bonnie Gray. It aims to refresh the soul with rest and joy, helping listeners feel God's love and peace. The show explores scientific and scripture-backed methods for restoring calm, reducing stress, and creating daily rest rhythms. Episodes cover topics such as anxiety, worry, burnout, overthinking, sleep, and biblical meditation.

Episodes

The Science of Over-Analyzing Everything: Why You Don’t Have to Optimize Everything #232
The Science of Over-Analyzing Everything: Why You Don’t Have to Optimize Everything #232 Oct 12, 2026 1043 Do you ever feel like your mind is always working—even when you’re supposed to be resting?You replay conversations. Analyze what happened. Wonder what it means. What stressors causes you to feel the pressure to produce, improve, optimize, or figure something out?In this episode, Bonnie shares what she discovered why her mind wouldn't stop thinking. She calls it the "optimization loop"&
The Science of Friendship: Why Emotional Wellness Is Bigger Than One Best Friend #231
The Science of Friendship: Why Emotional Wellness Is Bigger Than One Best Friend #231 Oct 5, 2026 1083 Have you ever thought about reaching out to someone—but then talked yourself out of it?In today’s episode of Breathe, Bonnie explores the science of friendship and why emotional wellness may be supported by more than just our closest relationships. She shares what happened when one inspired idea led her to finally drive 4 hours to meet a friend in person—and what it revealed abou
The Science of Joy: This One Simple Practice Helps You Recover from Stress #229
The Science of Joy: This One Simple Practice Helps You Recover from Stress #229 Sep 28, 2026 1066 Have you ever thought, I’ll feel more joy when life finally calms down? What if joy isn’t something you have to wait for?In today’s episode of Breathe: The Stress Less Podcast, Bonnie explores the science of joy—and how choosing joy can actually lift your own well-being too. Bonnie shares a personal story about following a gentle prompting she really resisted initially &mda
The Science of Gratitude: The “Story Twist” That Can Lift Your Mood & Reframe Your Day #229
The Science of Gratitude: The “Story Twist” That Can Lift Your Mood & Reframe Your Day #229 Sep 21, 2026 1079 Have you ever made a gratitude list—but still felt stressed afterward? Gratitude is powerful for our emotional wellness—but what if there’s a simple way to experience it more deeply?In today’s episode of Breathe, Bonnie explores the science of gratitude and a simple “story twist” that can help lift your mood, calm stress, and help you notice God’s goodness
The Science of Beauty: How Your Surroundings Can Renew Your Spirit #228
The Science of Beauty: How Your Surroundings Can Renew Your Spirit #228 Sep 14, 2026 992 Have you ever noticed how your surroundings can change the way you feel? Friend, beauty isn’t just decoration. The things we see around us can affect how we feel and even influence the rhythms and habits we create.This week, Bonnie is kicking off a new "Science + Scripture of Wellness Series" on Breathe, exploring one question: What does science tell us about how God designed us, and ho
Facing a Life Transition? How to Stress Less About What’s Next #227
Facing a Life Transition? How to Stress Less About What’s Next #227 Sep 7, 2026 1122 Are you standing at the edge of a life transition, wondering what’s next? Maybe something familiar is ending, but you still don’t know what God has for you in the season ahead.In this week’s episode, Bonnie shares a tender personal story about losing something irreplaceable—and the surprising realization that changed the way she’s thinking about her own transition int
Beating the Blahs: Find Your Beginner’s Joy by Trying Something New #226
Beating the Blahs: Find Your Beginner’s Joy by Trying Something New #226 Aug 24, 2026 1065 Have you ever felt stuck in the blahs—when your days start to feel the same and nothing feels fresh or exciting?What if trying something new could help lift your mood and bring fresh joy to your soul—even when life itself hasn’t gotten easier?|In this episode, Bonnie shares how an unexpected conversation during one of the most difficult seasons of her life changed the way she saw
Too Tired to Get Together? Why Joy Is Meant to Be Shared #225
Too Tired to Get Together? Why Joy Is Meant to Be Shared #225 Aug 17, 2026 964 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 m
Make Room for Healing: Why Your Health Deserves to Come First #224
Make Room for Healing: Why Your Health Deserves to Come First #224 Aug 3, 2026 1052 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
Why Choosing Joy Isn't Selfish — And Why Your Brain, Body & Soul Need It #223
Why Choosing Joy Isn't Selfish — And Why Your Brain, Body & Soul Need It #223 Jul 27, 2026 1083 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 f
Soak Up the Morning Light: The Science Behind Emotional Wellness & Your Soul Glow Up #222
Soak Up the Morning Light: The Science Behind Emotional Wellness & Your Soul Glow Up #222 Jul 20, 2026 909 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
Can Skincare Become Soul Care? Why Your Glow Matters to God #221
Can Skincare Become Soul Care? Why Your Glow Matters to God #221 Jul 13, 2026 777 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 yourse

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