Have you ever felt overwhelmed, even when you're trying your best to stay faithful and push through the stress? You're not alone. In this episode, Bonnie explores how we can overcome feelings of overwhelm by focusing on the small beginnings that God delights in. As we step into February, a month filled with love and new beginnings, Bonnie reminds us that it's never too late to experience God's peace and joy, no matter how small the steps may seem. Learn to let go of the "all-or-nothing" mindset and embrace the small, intentional actions that can rewire your brain and bring lasting peace to your life. Tune into this episode to discover how to reframe your thoughts, use the power of "but" to combat discouragement, and lean into God's grace as you take small steps toward new growth.

Key Takeaways:

- Small steps matter: God rejoices when we take even the smallest steps toward our goals.
- Overcoming all-or-nothing thinking: Learn how reframing your thoughts can help you stay motivated, even when progress feels slow.
- The power of "but": Use this simple word to replace negative thoughts with God’s perspective.
- Science + Scripture: Understand how small, intentional steps not only improve emotional wellness but also align with God's calling in our lives.



Breathe Prayer:

Inhale: "Do not despise these small beginnings "
Exhale: "For the Lord rejoices to see the work begin"

Scripture:


"Do not despise these small beginnings for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin." Zechariah 4:10

Soul Care Tip: 3 Action Steps to Beat All-Or-Nothing Thing

LINKS & RESOURCES

-  Sign Up for the NEW "Walking In Wellness with Jesus" Study! https://thebonniegray.com/soulcareschool/
-  Take my FREE Soul Care Quiz at soulcarequiz.com – your wellness assessment!
-  Get Bonnie's Bestselling book "Breathe: 21 Days to Stress Less" https://amzn.to/4azae1K

-  Subscribe to FREE Breathe Newsletter for Fall Quarter Soul Care! https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/

-  Follow Bonnie at www.instagram.com/thebonniegray & www.facebook.com/thebonniegray
Don’t let discouragement stop you—God is with you every step of the way.

Have you ever felt overwhelmed, even when you're trying your best to stay faithful and push through the stress? You're not alone. In this episode, Bonnie explores how we can overcome feelings of overwhelm by focusing on the small beginnings that God delights in. As we step into February, a month filled with love and new beginnings, Bonnie reminds us that it's never too late to experience God's peace and joy, no matter how small the steps may seem. Learn to let go of the "all-or-nothing" mindset and embrace the small, intentional actions that can rewire your brain and bring lasting peace to your life. Tune into this episode to discover how to reframe your thoughts, use the power of "but" to combat discouragement, and lean into God's grace as you take small steps toward new growth. Key Takeaways: -&nbsp;Small steps matter:&nbsp;God rejoices when we take even the smallest steps toward our goals. -&nbsp;Overcoming all-or-nothing thinking:&nbsp;Learn how reframing your thoughts can help you stay motivated, even when progress feels slow. -&nbsp;The power of "but": Use this simple word to replace negative thoughts with God&rsquo;s perspective. -&nbsp;Science + Scripture:&nbsp;Understand how small, intentional steps not only improve emotional wellness but also align with God's calling in our lives. 
Breathe Prayer:
Inhale: "Do not despise these small beginnings&nbsp;" Exhale: "For the Lord rejoices to see the work begin"
Scripture: 
"Do not despise these small beginnings for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin." Zechariah 4:10
Soul Care Tip:&nbsp;3 Action Steps to Beat All-Or-Nothing Thing LINKS &amp; RESOURCES -&nbsp; Sign Up for the NEW "Walking In Wellness with Jesus" Study! <a href="https://thebonniegray.com/soulcareschool/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://thebonniegray.com/soulcareschool/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1738617287542000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3n5zX-NWJNpTjIqK6Itw8H">https://thebonniegray.com/soulcareschool/</a> -&nbsp; Take my FREE Soul Care Quiz at&nbsp;<a href="http://soulcarequiz.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://soulcarequiz.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1738617287542000&amp;usg=AOvVaw28UtVCL0-xGbHxaR5hSfGE">soulcarequiz.com&nbsp;</a>&ndash; your wellness assessment! -&nbsp; Get Bonnie's Bestselling book "Breathe: 21 Days to Stress Less"&nbsp;<a href="https://amzn.to/4azae1K" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://amzn.to/4azae1K&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1738617287542000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2Th9oWTC4U-JsEJ-P2XP3F">https://amzn.to/4azae1K</a> -&nbsp; Subscribe to FREE Breathe Newsletter for Fall Quarter Soul Care!&nbsp;<a href="https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1738617287542000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3BKoHORvrQvEIt7Wdc6I8m">https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/</a> -&nbsp; Follow Bonnie at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.instagram.com/thebonniegray" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.instagram.com/thebonniegray&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1738617287542000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1b_jhVNWPRT7fl3UgryDza">www.instagram.com/thebonniegray</a>&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.facebook.com/thebonniegray" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.facebook.com/thebonniegray&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1738617287542000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1i6USctbD_am7Vyc6Gw3Et">www.facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Don&rsquo;t let discouragement stop you&mdash;God is with you every step of the way.

Breathe: The Stress Less Podcast hosted by Christian author Bonnie Gray is dedicated to refreshing your soul with rest and sparking joy, so you can feel God’s love and peace. We'll walk you through scientific, scripture-backed methods of restoring calm, in order to help you stress less, take better care of yourself, and create new rhythms to rest in daily life.

Here are some topics covered in this podcast: 

🌸 Feeling Anxious? Cast Your Cares on God Because He Cares For You
🌸 3 Ways to Break Free from Stress, Worry & Anxiety
🌸 How to Say No to Fear & Yes to God PLUS What's the Difference Between Secular & Biblical Meditation?
🌸 Is It Burnout Or Is God Stretching You? 4 Signs to Know the Difference PLUS 4 Mental Health Benefits of Stories
🌸 3 Surprising Ways to Stop Overthinking, Improve Your Mood During the Day, & Get the Sleep Your Body Needs
🌸 The Antidote to Stress & Fatigue + The Surprising Causes – Plus Raising Stress-Resilient Kids

FOLLOW BONNIE:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegray
Facebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegray
Her site: http://www.thebonniegray.com

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">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/">http://www.thebonniegray.com</a>

Breathe: The Stress Less Podcast 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,...

Breathe: The Stress Less Podcast

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: 
Ways to Eliminate Anxiety & Cast Your Cares on God 
Tips to Break Free from Stress, Worry & Anxiety
Recommendations on How to Say No to Fear & Yes to God
Ways to Raise Stress-Resilient Kids
Mental Health Benefits of Stories of Stories & Activities 
Surprising Ways to Stop Overthinking
Tips to Improve Your Mood During the Day & Get the Sleep Your Body Needs
The Difference Between Secular & Biblical Meditation
The Difference Between Burnout & God Stretching You
The Antidote to Stress & Fatigue + The Surprising Causes 

FOLLOW BONNIE:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebonniegray
Facebook: https://facebook.com/thebonniegray
Her site: http://www.thebonniegray.com 

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: 
<ul>
<li>Ways to Eliminate Anxiety &amp; Cast Your Cares on God </li>
<li>Tips to Break Free from Stress, Worry &amp; Anxiety</li>
<li>Recommendations on How to Say No to Fear &amp; Yes to God</li>
<li>Ways to Raise Stress-Resilient Kids</li>
<li>Mental Health Benefits of Stories of Stories &amp; Activities </li>
<li>Surprising Ways to Stop Overthinking</li>
<li>Tips to Improve Your Mood During the Day &amp; Get the Sleep Your Body Needs</li>
<li>The Difference Between Secular &amp; Biblical Meditation</li>
<li>The Difference Between Burnout &amp; God Stretching You</li>
<li>The Antidote to Stress &amp; Fatigue + The Surprising Causes </li>
</ul>
FOLLOW BONNIE: Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/thebonniegray">https://instagram.com/thebonniegray</a> Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/thebonniegray">https://facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Her site: <a href="http://www.thebonniegray.com/">http://www.thebonniegray.com </a>