6 Ways to Boost Your Emotional Wellness with God's Care Instead of Pushing Yourself to Exhaustion #133
08/26/24 • 18 min
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands and in need of a moment of peace?
In this episode, Bonnie explores the story of Elijah and how God’s tender care for him in his darkest hour offers a powerful lesson for us today. Learn to recognize when it's time to step back, nourish your soul, and allow God to renew your strength through rest.
Tune into this episode to discover how to reclaim rest in the midst of stress, renew your spirit, and embrace God’s loving care in your daily life.
Key Takeaways:
- Listen to a devotional study: the story of Elijah from the Bible (1 Kings 19) and how God provided for him during a time of despair and exhaustion.
- Learn about the importance of rest and receiving care, rather than pushing through challenges alone.
- The science behind kindness and touch, and how they can boost the immune system and lower stress hormones.
- The importance of recognizing when you need rest and permission to unplug.
- How God meets us in our exhaustion and offers tangible care.
- Practical soul care tips, including the soothing benefits of drinking tea and breathing exercises.
- The role of kindness, both given and received, in boosting emotional and physical well-being.
Breath Prayer: (inhale) Let the beloved of the Lord rest secure in him / (exhale) for he shields him all day long
Scripture: "Let the beloved of the Lord rest secure in him, for he shields him all day long. And the one the Lord loves rests between his shoulders.” Deut.3:12
Soul Care Tip: Discover the scientific benefits of brewing a cup of peppermint and chamomile tea to calm emotions and reduce anxiety.
LINKS & RESOURCES
Recommended Teas: Harney’s Organic Peppermint Tea: https://amzn.to/4cErymQ & Organic Chamomile Lavender https://amzn.to/47856RZ
Take my FREE Soul Care Quiz at soulcarequiz.com – your wellness assessment!
Subscribe to FREE Breathe Newsletter for devotions & wellness tips: https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/
Get Bonnie's Bestseller book "Breathe: 21 Days to Stress Less": https://amzn.to/4azae1K
Join Soul Care School: http://mysoulcareschool.com
Follow Bonnie at www.instagram.com/thebonniegray & www.facebook.com/thebonniegray
Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands and in need of a moment of peace?
In this episode, Bonnie explores the story of Elijah and how God’s tender care for him in his darkest hour offers a powerful lesson for us today. Learn to recognize when it's time to step back, nourish your soul, and allow God to renew your strength through rest.
Tune into this episode to discover how to reclaim rest in the midst of stress, renew your spirit, and embrace God’s loving care in your daily life.
Key Takeaways:
- Listen to a devotional study: the story of Elijah from the Bible (1 Kings 19) and how God provided for him during a time of despair and exhaustion.
- Learn about the importance of rest and receiving care, rather than pushing through challenges alone.
- The science behind kindness and touch, and how they can boost the immune system and lower stress hormones.
- The importance of recognizing when you need rest and permission to unplug.
- How God meets us in our exhaustion and offers tangible care.
- Practical soul care tips, including the soothing benefits of drinking tea and breathing exercises.
- The role of kindness, both given and received, in boosting emotional and physical well-being.
Breath Prayer: (inhale) Let the beloved of the Lord rest secure in him / (exhale) for he shields him all day long
Scripture: "Let the beloved of the Lord rest secure in him, for he shields him all day long. And the one the Lord loves rests between his shoulders.” Deut.3:12
Soul Care Tip: Discover the scientific benefits of brewing a cup of peppermint and chamomile tea to calm emotions and reduce anxiety.
LINKS & RESOURCES
Recommended Teas: Harney’s Organic Peppermint Tea: https://amzn.to/4cErymQ & Organic Chamomile Lavender https://amzn.to/47856RZ
Take my FREE Soul Care Quiz at soulcarequiz.com – your wellness assessment!
Subscribe to FREE Breathe Newsletter for devotions & wellness tips: https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/
Get Bonnie's Bestseller book "Breathe: 21 Days to Stress Less": https://amzn.to/4azae1K
Join Soul Care School: http://mysoulcareschool.com
Follow Bonnie at www.instagram.com/thebonniegray & www.facebook.com/thebonniegray
Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Previous Episode
How to Find Peace under Pressure & Overcome Stress with God's Love #132
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the pressures of life? In this episode, Bonnie explores how to find peace in the midst of stress by connecting with God's loving words of affirmation. Learn to release anxiety and embrace calm through practical soul care tips, including a powerful breath prayer and the soothing effects of aromatherapy.
Tune into this episode to discover how God’s presence can transform your pressures into peace, and how natural scents can help you restore calm to your mind and body.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand how Jesus offers peace in the midst of trouble
- Practice deep breathing to restore calm with scripture
- Learn how to use breath prayers to lower stress and invite God's peace into your day.
- Reflect on how God guides you to take the next step in challenging times- The science behind aromatherapy and its benefits for emotional well-being.
- Practical soul care tips to incorporate calming scents into your daily routine.
Breath Prayer: (inhale) God leads me in triumph / (exhale) Revealing the fragrance of Christ
Scriptures: "But thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumph in Christ and through us reveals the fragrance of the knowledge of him in every place." 2 Cor. 2:14
Soul Care Tip: Discover the effective benefits of natural scents like eucalyptus and lavender to help reduce stress and anxiety,
LINKS & RESOURCES
- Eucalyptus Shower Steamers to Lower Stress: https://amzn.to/4dsO3MX
- Subscribe to my FREE Breathe Newsletter for devotions & tips: https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/
- Take my FREE Soul Care Quiz at soulcarequiz.com – your wellness assessment!
- Get Bonnie's Bestseller book "Breathe: 21 Days to Stress Less": https://amzn.to/4azae1K
- Ask Bonnie Questions at https://bit.ly/askbreathe
- Join Soul Care School: http://mysoulcareschool.com
- Follow Bonnie at www.instagram.com/thebonniegray & www.facebook.com/thebonniegray
Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Next Episode
Why Singing Amazing Grace Helps You Rest, Lower Stress, and Rejuvenate #134
Do you find it challenging to truly rest, even when you know you need it?
In this episode, Bonnie explores the deep connection between rest and spiritual renewal, especially during times of physical and emotional exhaustion. As we celebrate Labor Day, Bonnie invites you to reflect on how you are resting and offers a simple yet powerful soul care tip rooted in Scripture. Learn how singing the beloved hymn “Amazing Grace” can not only soothe your soul but also improve your heart health, according to surprising scientific research.
Tune into this episode to discover how to release your burdens, find delight in God’s presence, and take practical steps towards a more peaceful and rested life.
Key Takeaways:
- Devotional Study: Matt 11:28 Discover the significance of true rest in God’s presence.
- Scripture: Wellness Word Study: Delight" Reflect on the power of delighting in the Lord to soften your heart and lift your spirits. Ps 37:4
- The Science: Significance of rest and letting go of responsibilities during the recovery process
- Soul Care Tip: Learn how singing "Amazing Grace" benefits your heart and emotional well-being.
Join Bonnie Gray on this journey to lower stress and restore your soul with God’s love and peace.
Breath Prayer: (inhale) Come to me all who are weary and burdened/ (exhale) fI will give you rest.Scriptures: "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." Matt 11:28
"Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart." Ps 37:4
Soul Care Tip: Discover the scientific benefits of singing to lower anxiety & boost your mood
LINKS & RESOURCES
- Take my FREE Soul Care Quiz at soulcarequiz.com – your wellness assessment!
- Subscribe to FREE Breathe Newsletter for devotions & wellness https://thebonniegray.com/subscribe/
- Get Bonnie's Bestseller book "Breathe: 21 Days to Stress Less" https://amzn.to/4azae1K
- Join Soul Care School: http://mysoulcareschool.com
- Follow Bonnie at www.instagram.com/thebonniegray & www.facebook.com/thebonniegray
Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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