Have you ever held back from stepping into something new because you feared what others might think? Do you overthink decisions, worrying about making mistakes or being judged? If so, you're not alone. Fear of criticism can keep us stuck—whether it’s launching something new, sharing our story, or simply allowing ourselves to enjoy life without guilt.

In this episode, Bonnie explores why fear of criticism holds us back and how Jesus invites us to step forward in faith. You’ll hear a powerful parable from Jesus about the mustard seed, learn a science-backed way to retrain your brain to move forward with peace, and discover a simple yet powerful shift that can change everything.

Learn to:
 Recognize how fear of others' opinions may be holding you back 
 Break free from perfectionism and self-doubt 
 Apply Jesus' wisdom from the mustard seed parable to step forward with courage  Use a science-backed technique to rewire your brain for peace and renewal 
 Cultivate small moments of joy that will fuel your faith and confidence

Tune into this episode to: 
 Gain biblical encouragement to overcome fear and walk in renewal 
 Discover how even small steps of faith can lead to big transformation 
 Learn a practical, science-based way to rewire your brain for resilience 
 Feel uplifted by a personal story that will inspire you to look up and step forward

Key Takeaways:
• Fear of criticism can lead to decision paralysis, but Jesus calls us to focus on His voice, not others’ opinions.
• The mustard seed parable teaches us that even small faith can move mountains of fear.
• Science shows that small moments of joy—like savoring beauty or deep breathing—can rewire the brain for peace.
• Looking up to God’s love, rather than down at our fears, helps us step into renewal with confidence.

Breath Prayer: (Inhale) God, I trust you with small beginnings. (Exhale) Help me let go of fear and step forward in faith.
Scripture: "If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you." — Matthew 17:20

Don’t keep this encouragement to yourself! Share this episode with a friend who needs a little more courage today. And if this message blessed you, would you take a moment to leave a review? Your words help others find peace and renewal in Jesus. 

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Subscribe now to Breathe: The Stress Less Podcast and start living with more calm, joy, and renewal today! 

Have you ever held back from stepping into something new because you feared what others might think? Do you overthink decisions, worrying about making mistakes or being judged? If so, you're not alone. Fear of criticism can keep us stuck&mdash;whether it&rsquo;s launching something new, sharing our story, or simply allowing ourselves to enjoy life without guilt. In this episode, Bonnie explores why fear of criticism holds us back and how Jesus invites us to step forward in faith. You&rsquo;ll hear a powerful parable from Jesus about the mustard seed, learn a science-backed way to retrain your brain to move forward with peace, and discover a simple yet powerful shift that can change everything. Learn to: &nbsp;Recognize how fear of others' opinions may be holding you back  &nbsp;Break free from perfectionism and self-doubt  &nbsp;Apply Jesus' wisdom from the mustard seed parable to step forward with courage &nbsp;Use a science-backed technique to rewire your brain for peace and renewal  &nbsp;Cultivate small moments of joy that will fuel your faith and confidence Tune into this episode to:  &nbsp;Gain biblical encouragement to overcome fear and walk in renewal  &nbsp;Discover how even small steps of faith can lead to big transformation  &nbsp;Learn a practical, science-based way to rewire your brain for resilience  &nbsp;Feel uplifted by a personal story that will inspire you to look up and step forward Key Takeaways: &bull; Fear of criticism can lead to decision paralysis, but Jesus calls us to focus on His voice, not others&rsquo; opinions. &bull; The mustard seed parable teaches us that even small faith can move mountains of fear. &bull; Science shows that small moments of joy&mdash;like savoring beauty or deep breathing&mdash;can rewire the brain for peace. &bull; Looking up to God&rsquo;s love, rather than down at our fears, helps us step into renewal with confidence. Breath Prayer: (Inhale) God, I trust you with small beginnings. (Exhale) Help me let go of fear and step forward in faith. Scripture: "If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, &lsquo;Move from here to there,&rsquo; and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you." &mdash; Matthew 17:20 Don&rsquo;t keep this encouragement to yourself! Share this episode with a friend who needs a little more courage today. And if this message blessed you, would you take a moment to leave a review? Your words help others find peace and renewal in Jesus.&nbsp; LINKS &amp; RESOURCES -&nbsp; Sign Up for NEW 6-Week "Lent Wellness Study!&nbsp;<a href="https://thebonniegray.com/soulcareschool/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://thebonniegray.com/soulcareschool/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1742245131427000&amp;usg=AOvVaw20HKjzrojmBfTbVZYmiEE1">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=1742245131427000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2bjys0hqBuEpyhMumwabvB">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=1742245131427000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0TUhVLtEMOb8yaMTb9wuYc">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=1742245131427000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2dorTcrpxBrHXIygC5hE00">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=1742245131427000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0vABPdOoZmtfiXDw3eGx9L">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=1742245131427000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3SlIpOIr1Y5F5FKhD95ttG">www.facebook.com/thebonniegray</a> Subscribe now to Breathe: The Stress Less Podcast and start living with more calm, joy, and renewal today!&nbsp;

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>

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