Do you ever notice how easily your mind scans for what’s unfinished, worrying, or not quite right — even when there’s nothing urgent demanding your attention?

When we’ve lived under responsibility or pressure for a long time, our minds can become wired to stay on alert. Even in seasons of rest, thoughts keep looping — replaying what could go wrong next — leaving us mentally weary and unable to fully settle.

In today’s episode, Bonnie reflects on a surprising realization from her sabbatical that gently interrupted this pattern. This episode explores how small, positive moments help lift mental weariness, why noticing what’s quietly good can soften overthinking, and a simple soul care practice to help your mind rest without forcing it. think, and a simple soul care practice to help you notice and receive the good God is already growing in your life.

Key Takeaways
Why overthinking isn’t a personal failure — it’s often a sign of mental fatigue
How small, positive moments help ease mental weariness over time
Why noticing the good can gently interrupt worry loops
A simple soul care practice to help you lift overthinking by receiving one small good moment each day

Breath Prayer
Inhale: If I have faith as small as a mustard seed
Exhale: Nothing will be impossible

 Scripture: “Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed… nothing will be impossible for you.” Matthew 17:20

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