The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast

It's Season 10! Today, we respond to a listener who asked the important question of what to do and say when someone has just experienced trauma, tragedy, or some other massive thing (TMT).Scripture: Romans 12:15Books Mentioned: This is Hard by Jon Swanson, Walking with God Through Pain and Suffering by Timothy Keller, Hope Is the First Dose by meMy Advice When Speaking to Others after TMT:1. Show up and shut up (I stole this from Jon Swanson)2. Tears over talking3. Empathy over equivalence4. Theology is like salt: it needs to be correctly applied in tiny amounts, and of high quality, or it can hurt more than it helps.Leave a voicemail with your question or comment! Five Ways You Can Support this show: Pray for us! Subscribe, like, and share it with your friends! (We even have a YouTube channel!) Leave reviews and comments wherever you listen to podcasts! You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Visit one of our affiliate partners and consider using their products (we use them every day): Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount! Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique! Other Helpful Links: Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here!All recent episodes with transcripts are available here! (00:02) - Season 10 Introduction and Acknowledging Listener Support (01:09) - Addressing Boundaries and Limitations of Podcast Advice (03:32) - Team Members Assisting with Personal Email Responses (04:52) - Holding onto Beliefs in Times of Hardship (06:08) - Devastating question on how to communicate in tragedy (07:06) - John Swanson's book offers guidance on addressing devastating situations (09:58) - Four ways to effectively communicate in times of tragedy (14:20) - The Importance of Thoughtful Words and Filters (15:39) - Being Present and Filling the Silence with Empathy

It's Frontal Lobe Friday!Today, an overview of the new Spiritual Brain Surgery podcast that's coming on Tuesday, and a few thoughts on Jesus's brain!Check out our appearance on Daystar Network!Music by Josh Baldwin(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) Leave a voicemail with your question or comment! Five Ways You Can Support this show: Pray for us! Subscribe, like, and share it with your friends! (We even have a YouTube channel!) Leave reviews and comments wherever you listen to podcasts! You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Visit one of our affiliate partners and consider using their products (we use them every day): Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount! Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique! Other Helpful Links: Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here!All recent episodes with transcripts are available here! (00:02) - Introduction to Season 10 and Podcast Format Change (02:38) - Launching the Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast (05:33) - The Power of Directed Neuroplasticity (07:00) - The Mind of Christ and the Holy Spirit's Guidance (09:06) - Jesus' Sinless Thinking and its Impact on His Brain (14:32) - Understanding Negative Thoughts and Automatic Negative Thoughts (17:34) - Exploring Theology, Apologetics, Exegesis, and Hermeneutics (23:08) - Challenging our biases and learning from the word. (24:48) - True happiness lies in connection with our creator. (26:19) - The Word of God as an MRI for the Heart (27:54) - Embracing the Morning Sun (29:43) - Rising Hopes and Faith (32:15) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book and resources

It's Theology Thursday!BRAND NEW EPISODE DROPS TOMORROW, January 26, 2024!Here's a look at what scripture and neuroscience have to say about the reason you're able to change your mind about the traumas, tragedies, and massive things of your life.See transcript for scripture references. (We are on a 2-week sabbatical to prepare for Season 10. This episode will help you get ready!)Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here!All recent episodes with transcripts are available here! (00:02) - Exploring the Orbital Frontal Cortex for Spiritual Practice (01:12) - Preparing for Trauma and Tragedy with a Treatment Plan (02:34) - Self-Brain Surgery School: Changing Your Mind for Real Hope (03:06) - The Role of God in Personal Transformation (04:09) - Statement of Faith: Glorifying God and Enjoying Him Forever (06:15) - The Effectiveness of Self-Help Industry without Spiritual Context (07:27) - The Middle Road: Deeper Understanding of Brain and Mental Health (09:12) - Magic Precedes Science: Understanding Phenomena and the Why (11:02) - Understanding the How vs. the Why: Replicating Phenomena (12:26) - General Grace: God's Provision for All, Regardless of Beliefs (15:25) - The importance of seeking God and finding Him in life (19:17) - The significance of rejoicing, praying, and giving thanks to God (22:20) - Living differently from the Gentiles (24:19) - Neuroscience and the secret to becoming infinitely happier (25:19) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" Treatment Plan

Our current society has a big worldview problem. Today for Wildcard Wednesday, We Talk About WorldviewToday, we talk about John Mark Comer’s book Live No Lies, and two ideas that he really helped me clarify: What was the biggest idealogical mindset shift in Western civilization in the past 200 years? What cultural credo did we pick up from Shakespeare, and why is it so ironic? Today’s Mind Change Monday episode gets into the philosophical underpinnings of modern Western thought, and two lies of the devil that have shaped so many people’s thoughts on happiness: Live your truth What makes you unhappy is anyone telling you what to do or not to do Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!Books mentioned: Live No Lies by John Mark Comer Faithfully Different by Natasha Crain Live Your Truth and Other Lies by Alisa Childers The Daniel Dilemma by Chris Hodges Music by Tommy Walker(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 )(We are on a 2-week sabbatical to prepare for Season 10. This episode will help you get ready!)Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Introduction to the importance of worldview and its impact on life (03:31) - The danger of allowing a secular worldview to influence thinking (07:35) - The Power of Changing Your Mind and Finding Hope (15:34) - Redefining Happiness: Jesus' Definition vs. the World's Definition (18:49) - The Shift from Authority to Authenticity: Influence of Freud (25:20) - Freud's Influence on Modern Culture (28:09) - Pursuing Desires Doesn't Lead to Happiness (36:39) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book

It’s Tuesdays with Tata! Today, we talk about a curious passage from Zechariah 8:20-23, and what it means to be the light of the world! Plus, a new Tata-ism, fiat lux (“Let there be light”)! Scriptures: Zechariah 8:20-23, Matthew 5:13-16, John 1:1-5, Titus 2:10 Music: Tim Hughes (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 )(We are on a 2-week sabbatical to prepare for Season 10. This episode will help you get ready!)Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Let There Be Light - Introduction and Background (01:44) - Reflections on the Impact of Tuesdays with Tata (09:37) - Choosing hope in the face of grief and pain. (12:07) - Holding on to God's promises for life and godliness. (13:18) - Finding comfort in Scripture's promises during hard times. (15:47) - Fiat Lux: Let there be light, Jesus is the light. (17:24) - Believing in Jesus as the Son of God and finding light. (19:03) - Understanding God's nature and asking Him for understanding (27:09) - Introduction and Book Promotion

It's Mind-Change Monday!And today is also DEFAULT MODE MONDAY!Your brain uses the same amount of energy at rest as it does when you're actively thinking about or engaged in a task. We're going to look at the task-positive network and the default mode network today, and learn how to improve our brain's baseline behavior so we can become healthier, feel better, and be happier.Plus: an incredible email from a listener, a new book from Susie Larson, and more!Scriptures: 2 Timothy 1:6-8, Acts 17:26-28, Matthew 5:44-46Books Mentioned: Bliss Brain: The Neuroscience of Remodeling Your Brain for Resilience, Creativity, and Joy by Dawson Church, Waking Up to the Goodness of God: 40 Days Toward Healing and Wholeness by Susie Larson, Am I Just My Brain? by Sharon Dirckx, Switch On Your Brain by Caroline Leaf(We are on a 2-week sabbatical to prepare for Season 10. This episode will help you get ready!)Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:10) - Mind Change Monday: Understanding Your Default Mode Network (01:58) - Self-Brain Surgery School: Transforming Minds for a Better Life (02:10) - Kathleen's Email: Embracing Happiness and God's Mercy (04:04) - Maintaining Resilience and Being a Light for Others (10:20) - Retraining Your Brain to Notice God's Goodness (12:43) - Default Mode Network: The Power of Connection and Resilience (19:41) - The Default Mode Network and Autopilot Brain Activity (23:05) - The Default Mode Network: Past, Future, and Emotion (28:59) - The Brain's Protective Mechanism and God's Love (31:19) - The Spirit God Has Given Us: Power, Love, and a Sound Mind (33:31) - Understanding Our Calling and Purpose in Life (35:45) - Capturing Thoughts and Enhancing Brain Function and Health (37:58) - Finding Hope through Memory and Movement (43:18) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book

It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday!Today, a talk about whether we're stuck with our feelings, diagnoses, or past traumas, or not. Am I just a skin sack of neurons? Or I am I fearfully and wonderfully made? What if we actually have a tremendous amount of control over these things? The good news is, we do! How we think changes how we live, even if we've been through TBI, TMT, or any other type of problem. No diagnosis is more powerful than the incredible smashing together of your brain, mind, and spirit. Why? Because you have a Great Physician, my friend.Scripture: II Timothy 1:7Book mentioned: Am I Just My Brain? by Sharon Dirckx (We are on a 2-week sabbatical to prepare for Season 10. This episode will help you get ready!)Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Introduction to Season 10 and Spiritual Brain Surgery (05:11) - Stephanie's Struggle with Depression and Brain Injury (07:05) - The Influence of Brain Injury on Thought Life (11:08) - God's Spirit of a Sound Mind vs. Neuronal Determinism (13:51) - Introducing the concept of discussing books on the podcast (16:05) - Challenging the belief of genetic determinism (22:33) - The implications of being just a sack of neurons (24:30) - Depicting cognitive neuroscience in children's entertainment (31:21) - The Importance of Seeking Professional Help (34:41) - Taking Control of Your Mental Health (40:10) - Hope is the First Dose: Recovering from Trauma

It's Frontal Lobe Friday!Today, response to some listener questions, and a look at what separates cognitive behavioral therapy from self-brain surgery.Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9, II Corinthians 10:5(We are on a 2-week sabbatical to prepare for Season 10. This episode will help you get ready!)Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Frontal Lobe Friday: Self-Brain Surgery and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (02:34) - Understanding the Difference: Self-Brain Surgery vs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (05:21) - Addressing PTSD in Law Enforcement and Listener Questions (06:49) - Introduction and differentiation between therapy and self-brain surgery (08:15) - Importance of seeking professional help and limitations of podcast assistance (16:37) - The Power of Tools and Internal Physician (19:00) - Connecting with Others and Rewiring Our Thoughts (25:45) - The Ten Commandments of Self-Brain Surgery (27:08) - Stop Making an Operation Out of Everything (28:42) - Tools for Life's Difficulties: Mental First Aid (29:39) - Introduction and Book Advertisement

When we ruminate on old losses and other massive things, it literally changes our brains and our bodies.Today, I'll give the science behind how psychosomatic illnesses work, and some compassionate self-brain surgery tools to change guilt into healthy, healing grief.Podcast Mentioned: While We're Waiting from Jill and Brad SullivanScripture: II Corinthians 10:5Book mentioned: The Grieving Brain by Mary-Frances O'Connor(We are on a 2-week sabbatical to prepare for Season 10. This episode will help you get ready!)Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Introduction to the episode and its importance (03:13) - Announcement about changes to the paid subscriber program (06:23) - Introduction and Upcoming Surgery (07:38) - Heartbreaking Story of a Child's Death from Meningitis (08:55) - Providing Tools for Coping with Grief (14:14) - The Ten Commandments of Self-Brain Surgery and Grief (16:17) - Counterfactual Thinking and its Impact on Grief Recovery (19:23) - The Habit of Counterfactual Thinking and Guilt (23:09) - The Compassion of Living in the Present (28:20) - Introduction and Book Advertisement

What Power Do Labels Have to Change Reality?It's Wild Card Wednesday, and today we look at labels, our true identity, and the power of changing our minds. Books mentioned: Redefined by Arden Bevere, The Deepest Place by Curt ThompsonScriptures mentioned: Daniel 1, John 6:37, II Corinthians 5:17. II Peter 2:9, Ephesians 2:10, Galatians 2:20(We are on a 2-week sabbatical to prepare for Season 10. This episode will help you get ready!)Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! Music by Tommy Walker (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) (00:02) - Introduction and the Power of Labels (03:19) - Storytime: The Problem with Labels and their Lack of Power (07:07) - The Inherent Limitation of Labels in Defining Reality (08:54) - Labels and the Power of Thought (11:04) - Arden Bevere's Book on Redefining Labels (18:06) - The Power of Labels and Mislabeling in Life (20:23) - God's Name for You: Beyond Inherited Labels (27:10) - Daniel and the Power of Self-Identity (29:35) - Neuroscience and the Power to Change Our DNA (39:41) - Introduction and Book Promotion

The Difference Between "Self-Help" and Renewing Your Mind Makes ALL the Difference!Today, a response to a reader's letter about whether it's us or God who provides to power for our ability to change our minds and change our lives. This episode will: Relieve you of the burden of thinking that it's all up to you Answer your question of, "What am I supposed to do now?" when life throws massive things at you Help you understand the difference between "Self-Help" and the transforming power of a renewed mind Scriptures mentioned: Philippians 2:13, John 6:44, 2 Peter 3:9(We are on a 2-week sabbatical to prepare for Season 10. This episode will help you get ready!)Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! Music by Tommy Walker (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) (00:03) - Introduction and the Power of Changing Your Mind (01:19) - The Importance of Changing Your Mind First (02:24) - Fond Memories of Parents' Faith and Influence (04:12) - The Power of Self-Improvement and Science (08:11) - Significantly Happier with or without a Spiritual Context (11:18) - The Importance of Seeking Help and Learning to Live Again (12:21) - Self-Brain Surgery: Changing Your Thinking for Recovery (14:27) - God's Work in You: Finding Purpose and Meaning (20:45) - Needing More Than Just Hacks for Happiness (21:50) - Transformation Starts with Opening Your Heart and Mind (22:57) - Ready for the Operation to Change Your Mind and Life (23:14) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book

When You're Stuck, You Have A Choice: How Will You Use the Time?How you use the time WHILE you're stuck determines the quality of your life in the future. Books Mentioned: Run With the Horses by Eugene Peterson and Redeeming Justice by Jarrett AdamsScripture: Philippians 3:12-14, I Corinthians 9:26-27, Jeremiah 32 (We are on a 2-week sabbatical to prepare for Season 10. This episode will help you get ready!)Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! Music by Tommy Walker (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) (00:02) - Introduction: Treadmills, Prisons, and Neuroscience (01:05) - Welcome to Self-Brain Surgery School (04:14) - One Prisoner's Story of Growth and Transformation (07:50) - Making Progress vs. Staying the Same (08:53) - The Importance of Progress (10:44) - Mentally Preparing for Success (15:02) - Pressing On Towards God's Promises (16:13) - Training and Commitment in the Midst of Challenges (19:19) - Running with Purpose Towards an Eternal Prize (22:41) - Introduction and Book Sponsorship

It's Mind Change Monday!A look at the fascinating truth that our genetics do not tell the whole story of our lives. A quick overview of neurobiology, epigenetics, and the powerful influence thoughts have on brain structure. (I'm on sabbatical for two weeks. This is a re-release to get you ready for Season 10!)Scripture mentioned: Psalm 139, Psalm 19, Proverbs 23, Romans 12:1-2Book mentioned: Genie In Your Genes by Dawson ChurchLeave a voicemail with your question or comment!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:04) - Change your mind first, Self Brain Surgery School begins. (00:52) - The Power of Mind Change in Shaping Our Lives (03:16) - Genes: Not Just Determined by Genetics, but by Environment Too (05:06) - Inheritance of Fear and Trauma: Breaking the Cycle (10:16) - Automating synapses: the superhighway of your brain (11:17) - Thoughts and feelings shape genes: the power of awareness (20:22) - Stop conforming and start transforming (22:01) - The power to change lies in your decisions (23:09) - Renewing your mind for a better life

Does Your Mind Exist Outside of Your Brain? Or Are "You" Really Just A Bunch of Neurons?Join me for a fascinating conversation with author and brain imaging scientist Dr. Sharon Dirckx to answer the question. It's a great talk that's full of awe, wonder, and hope!This is the final episode of season 9, and we're going to take a two-week break after this. You'll still get episodes, but they will be curated old episodes to get you ready for season 10, and for the launch of our brand-new second podcast, Spiritual Brain Surgery with Dr. Lee Warren!Book mentioned: Am I Just My Brain? by Sharon Dirckx, Ph.D. Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Introducing the self-brain surgery Saturday and the big questions (04:10) - Sharon Derricks joins to discuss mind-brain conundrum and faith (08:39) - Introduction to Dr. Sharon Diericks and her background (20:17) - The Mind-Brain Debate: Neurons vs. Consciousness (22:10) - Qualia: Evidence for the Mind-Brain Distinction (22:17) - The Limitations of Physical Descriptions and Qualia (24:27) - Different Views on the Mind-Brain Relationship and Their Challenges (27:57) - The Expanding Insights into the Mind of God (30:43) - Slipping into Scientism and the Religion of Science (32:58) - God as a Thinker: Why Can We Think? (42:54) - The Power of Mind and Epigenetics (46:09) - Introduction and Book Announcement

We're almost done with season 9 of the podcast!In this episode, we discuss the massive amount of hope we've gained over the last 100 episodes! It's the season 9 recap, and I'm so excited to head into season 10 in a couple of days. Book mentioned: You Are Not Your Brain: The 4-Step Solution for Changing Bad Habits, Ending Unhealthy Thinking, and Taking Control of Your Life by Jeffrey Schwartz Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Introduction to Frontal Lobe Friday and Season 9 Overview (02:00) - Introducing Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast (04:28) - Changing Your Mind to Change Your Life (08:10) - From Tragedy to Healing: Finding Purpose in Hardship (12:52) - Introduction to Frontal Lobe Friday and Mind Shift (21:31) - Hope and Starting Over (23:00) - Exploring Prayer's Effect on the Brain (30:22) - Taking Responsibility for Your Thoughts (32:14) - Discerning Between Feelings and Truth (34:57) - Inspiring Others to Rewire Their Brains and Find Hope (35:18) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book

Going through something hard can be a sort of new creation story. No matter what, your life after major trauma or tragedy will look different. Here are some thoughts from my new book, Hope is the First Dose, that will help find the light again, no matter what you're going through. Music by Tommy Walker (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Introduction and Setting the Stage for Self-Brain Surgery (01:57) - The Beginning of a New Life: A Creation Story Unfolds (02:46) - Brad and Jill Sullivan's New Creation Story Begins (03:58) - Finding Meaning and Purpose in Massive Things (05:07) - A Song of Hope: "I Love the Lord" by Tommy Walker (06:13) - Self-Brain Surgery School: Changing Your Mind to Change Your Life (07:00) - The importance of finding true happiness (10:09) - Going down into the hole of grief and finding healing (12:26) - A glimpse of hope in the midst of darkness (14:39) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book

Your Brain is an Amazing, Constantly Changing Architectural Wonder!In today's episode, we'll look at how fearfully and wonderfully made you are, learn about the scaffolding (microtubules) and gardeners (microglia) that God gave you to help form the connections between neurons to constantly reshape your brain. Did you know that you can make new connections in your brain within 30 minutes of directed thought, and that within one month of learning to calm your mind, you can increase emotional regulation capacity by over 20%? Join me for a deep dive into the wonder of microtubules, and learn how to actively shape your brain to become more resilient, healthier, feel better, and be happier.Scripture: Ephesians 4, Deuteronomy 6, Psalm 46:10, John 15:2Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!Music by Tommy Walker(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 )You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here!

When Trouble Comes, You Fall to the Level of Your PreparationThat includes the way you view God's role in suffering. Here's a new thought from Job, and a couple of insights that will help you when trauma, tragedy, and other massive things (TMTs) strike.(Adapted and expanded from S9E75 Get a Good Theology Around Suffering)When hard times come, you will be overwhelmed with doubt, fear, and you'll be unsure of what to do next. Unless, that is, you have a good theology in place to answer the inevitable "why" questions. This episode will help you get your head on straight when life hurts.Scripture: Job 23:8-9, Psalm 139, Psalm 121, Psalm 29, Psalm 143Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!Music by Tommy Walker(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 )You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Introduction on suffering and trauma (02:20) - Insights from Bible study on prehab and new insights (04:39) - Trusting in God's work in the midst of suffering (06:21) - Finding hope and purpose in the midst of suffering (10:36) - Preparing for suffering and having a good theology in place (11:48) - Finding Purpose in Suffering (13:26) - Theology of Suffering and Doubts about God's Love (16:59) - The Fallacy of a Perfect Environment for Happiness (19:56) - David's Cry for God's Presence in the Pit (21:34) - Psalm 139: God's Intimate Knowledge of David (22:01) - David's Assurance: God's Presence in Every Situation (24:12) - Filtering Thoughts: Is it True, Necessary, and Compassionate? (27:15) - Don't Harm Yourself: Purposeful Mindset Change and Good Theology (30:00) - Theology of suffering and the search for truth (32:20) - Changing our mindset about suffering and finding hope (39:39) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" Book

It's Mind Change Monday! Here are three crucial decisions you need to change your mind about, starting today. Scripture: I Corinthians 10:13 Isaiah 44:22 Isaiah 46:10(Adapted from Season 5, Episode 100, Mind Change Monday #2) Music by Tommy Walker (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Mind Change Monday Introduction (01:07) - Are You Ready to Change Your Life? (01:57) - False Teaching: God Won't Give You More Than You Can Handle (04:06) - God's Promise: Opportunity to Escape Temptation (06:10) - Some Things You Can't Handle Alone (10:58) - The Struggles and Redemption of Life (12:33) - Finding Comfort in God's Knowledge of the Future (24:42) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" - Recovery Plan

It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday!Here's a look at what scripture and neuroscience (and some old quantum physicists) have to say about how changing your perspective can get you unstuck and help you solve problems when you feel stuck. See transcript for scripture references. Music by Matthew West(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Introducing Self-Brain Surgery Saturday (01:56) - Lawrence Bragg: The Youngest Nobel Prize Winner in Physics (04:48) - Bragg's Insight: Changing Environment Leads to Nobel Prize (08:30) - Changing Your Environment for Personal Growth (09:41) - Stuck in the Same Perspective (11:30) - The Power of Changing How You Think (15:11) - The Power of Fear and Dread (17:10) - Having a Plan to Overcome Fear and Dread (27:14) - Introduction and Book Promotion

It's Frontal Lobe Friday!Here's a look at what scripture and neuroscience have to say about how prayer affects your brain. See transcript for research scripture references. You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:08) - It's Frontal Lobe Friday: Introduction to the topic (00:53) - Smashing Brain Science and Scripture Together for a Better Life (01:17) - Changing Your Life through Mindset and Faith (02:00) - Exploring the Relationship Between Brain Control and Spiritual Practice (03:43) - The Abstract: Prayer and Self-Control over Brain Activity (05:24) - Low Frequency of Prayer and Brain Activity Relationship (06:12) - Different Brain Volumes and Neurofeedback Performance Between Prayer Groups (07:18) - Connection Between Prayer and Orbital Frontal Cortex in OCD (14:38) - The Complexity of Human Origins and Quantum Physics (15:49) - The Power of Prayer and Connecting with the Spirit (16:54) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book (17:38) - Sign up for the "Self-Brain Surgery" newsletter and transform your life

It's Theology Thursday!Here's a look at what scripture and neuroscience have to say about the reason you're able to change your mind about the traumas, tragedies, and massive things of your life.See transcript for scripture references. You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Exploring the Orbital Frontal Cortex for Spiritual Practice (01:12) - Preparing for Trauma and Tragedy with a Treatment Plan (02:34) - Self-Brain Surgery School: Changing Your Mind for Real Hope (03:06) - The Role of God in Personal Transformation (04:09) - Statement of Faith: Glorifying God and Enjoying Him Forever (06:15) - The Effectiveness of Self-Help Industry without Spiritual Context (07:27) - The Middle Road: Deeper Understanding of Brain and Mental Health (09:12) - Magic Precedes Science: Understanding Phenomena and the Why (11:02) - Understanding the How vs. the Why: Replicating Phenomena (12:26) - General Grace: God's Provision for All, Regardless of Beliefs (15:25) - The importance of seeking God and finding Him in life (19:17) - The significance of rejoicing, praying, and giving thanks to God (22:20) - Living differently from the Gentiles (24:19) - Neuroscience and the secret to becoming infinitely happier (25:19) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" Treatment Plan

If you're struggling to believe that you can get your thoughts under control, take heart!Here's a look at what scripture and neuroscience have to say about the fact that you CAN change your mind. See transcript for scripture references. You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:16) - Wild Card Wednesday: Addressing How to Make Real Changes (01:10) - Understanding the Struggle: Feeling Impossible to Change (02:33) - Self-Brain Surgery School: Are You Ready to Change Your Life? (03:21) - Living in a Place That's Not Good and Acceptable (04:09) - Choosing to Believe God's Words Over Negative Thoughts (05:21) - Transforming Your Mind by Rejecting Negative Mindsets (11:51) - God's Work in You According to Philippians 2:13 (12:51) - Overcoming Anxiety through Prayer and Thankfulness (14:30) - Choosing Thoughts that Bring Peace and Freedom from Anxiety (17:04) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book and podcast sponsorship

Here's a Self-Brain Surgery Operation for FearUsing the concept of the Faraday Cage, scientifically proven techniques for brain relaxation, and the God-given ability to engage selective attention and trade one thought for another, we can reliably learn to take our anxieties and fears and put them in God's hands. This will help you rest, sleep better, and even manage your days with more resilience. This is a self-brain surgery operation that will quickly help you become healthier, feel better, and be happier. Scripture: Psalm 23, Psalm 34:4, Isaiah 22:22 You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Introduction to Self-Brain Surgery School (01:12) - Operation: Putting Fear in a Cage (02:36) - Five ways to support the podcast and its mission (03:58) - Becoming a paid subscriber and supporting the podcast financially (11:12) - Operation: Self-Brain Surgery for Relaxation and Resilience (12:16) - Praying Without Ceasing and Giving Thanks (13:30) - Switching from Beta to Alpha for a Relaxed State (17:42) - Using a Faraday bag to manage anxious thoughts (20:33) - Finding relaxation by entrusting worries to God (24:47) - Introduction and Book Promotion

It's a Brand New Year!Here's a few thoughts on where we're going for 2024, a response to a listener question, and a blessing for you! You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Welcome to Mind Change Monday, January 1st, 2024 (01:37) - Introduction and Gratitude for Listeners (03:15) - The Impact of Thoughts on Brain Structure and Neurotransmitter Production (10:14) - Seeking Favor and Change for a New Year (11:14) - Embracing the New and Leaving the Past Behind (12:11) - Training in Truth and Walking in Freedom (17:10) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose"

I have one more prescription for you this year!Here's a talk about the best thing you can add to your life if you want to see real change in 2024.Scripture: Psalm 34 Music by Tommy Walker(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Setting the Stage for a Fresh Start (02:13) - Changing Lives through Self-Brain Surgery School (03:00) - Introduction and Shout-outs (05:03) - Grateful for Book Requests and Sharing an Email from Vicki (07:47) - Connecting through struggles and collective prayer (17:34) - Emotional Freedom Techniques and Stress Biochemistry Research (27:27) - Managing Stress and Anxiety for Better Health Outcomes (28:56) - Time as a Nonlinear Concept in Quantum Physics (37:37) - The Challenges of War and Survival (48:34) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" - Recovery Plan

It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday!Lee Stobel is a New York Times bestselling author, pastor, journalist, and apologist. Join me for an incredible conversation with Lee about his new book, Is God Real?, which is one of my Top 10 Books of 2023, and I think one of the most important books I've ever read. If you or someone you love is wondering about the biggest question there is, then check out this interview!Book Mentioned: Is God Real? by Lee StrobelVideo coming soon on my YouTube channel!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:01) - Investigating the Question: Is God Real? (02:56) - Introduction and Prayer for the Podcast (05:15) - Investigating the Evidence for Christianity and Conversion (08:07) - Motivation behind Writing "Is God Real?" (10:20) - Running a Half Marathon and Reflecting on Suffering (13:00) - The fine-tuning of the universe points to a supernatural creator. (17:31) - Information in cells implies an intelligent creator. (20:34) - Jesus appearing in dreams in the Middle East (27:26) - Confirmation of God's existence and the Christian God (35:38) - Comforting Others in Times of Suffering (39:11) - Addressing the Process of Deconstructing Faith (40:15) - Motivations for Deconstructing Faith (43:11) - Praying the Skeptic's Prayer (47:51) - Enter to Win: Send Your Mailing Address and Zip Code (48:31) - Introduction and Book Promotion

It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday!Today, a look at the quantum physics principle that what we observe becomes the inevitable reality of the observed thing. This idea will help you understand how trauma and tragedy (or any massive thing) can become either A THING in your life, or THE defining issue of your whole life. Choose wisely.Scripture: Isaiah 43, Hebrews 12You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Introduction and Setting the Stage for New Thing November (02:20) - Embracing the Call for Change and Breakthrough (03:49) - Introduction to Quantum Physics and the Power of Mind Transformation (04:36) - Exploring Quantum Physics and its connection to the body (07:03) - The Origin Story and Complexity of the Universe (13:59) - Healing and Helping Others in Times of Grief (15:39) - Quantum Physics: The Foundation of Modern Technology (17:32) - The Conundrum of Quantum Physics: Particle-Wave Duality (19:11) - Quantum Physics: Observer's Influence on Reality (20:39) - Observing Life Through the Lens of a Significant Event (23:24) - The Power of Observation in Shaping Reality (28:49) - Breaking Free from the Story that Defines Your Life (30:27) - Quantum Physics and Changing Our Minds and Lives (34:02) - Introducing "Hope Is the First Dose" book

It's Frontal Lobe Friday!Do you spend your life waiting for disaster to strike, or being stuck in a thought loop about your past traumas, tragedies, or other massive things? It's time to use your frontal lobes, quantum physics, and faith to break those imprisoning thoughts and find freedom! Books Mentioned: Waking Up to the Goodness of God by Susie Larson, Is God Real? by Lee Strobel, and The Mind and the Brain by Jeffrey SchwartzScriptures mentioned: Philippians 4:12-13, Isaiah 30:21, Psalm 37:4, Romans 12:3 You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Frontal Lobe Friday: The Power of Selective Attention (03:06) - The Quantum Zeno Effect: Understanding How Our Minds Work (05:31) - Transforming Minds and Becoming Healthier (05:54) - Book signing mishap and meeting Peyton and Ellen Criswell (08:06) - Listener email about changing potential and skills (13:22) - Delighting in the Lord and His desires for your life (15:03) - God-given talent and pursuing one's calling (21:59) - Finding solace in prayer and helping others in need (25:21) - Trusting God and seeking truth over comfort (30:04) - Embracing Hardship and Trusting in God's Goodness (35:08) - Choosing to Define Our Reality and Influence Our Circumstances (38:38) - The Importance of What We Think About God (40:20) - Self-Brain Surgery: Taking Control of Your Frontal Lobes (41:07) - Worship Resources Available at TommyWalkerMinistries.org

Trauma and Tragedy Tell Us Lies. Those lies can make you believe that you’re always going to feel what you’re feeling, and that it can’t ever change. You’ll believe that how you respond to pain is “just how I am,” but I have good news for you, my friend: you are NOT STUCK with the brain you have. Here’s a great talk about directed neuroplasticity, transforming our minds, and how to find hope. Books Mentioned: Disruptive Thinking by TD Jakes, The Mind and the Brain by Jeffrey Schwartz, and Hope Is the First Dose by ME! Scripture: Romans 12:2, II Corinthians 10:5You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Introducing the challenges of the day (02:30) - Emphasizing the ability to change your thinking and your life (04:27) - Importance of Changing the Way We Think (05:56) - Hope is the First Dose: Intimate and Vulnerable Story (08:08) - You Can Change Your Life by Changing Your Mind (10:40) - Emotional Book Launch and the Process of Writing (13:20) - The Editing Process: From Acquiring Editor to Proofreaders (16:10) - Importance of Proofreaders: Tailoring the Book for Different Readers (21:37) - Introducing Jeffrey Schwartz and his work on OCD (23:04) - The belief that we are stuck with our genes (26:54) - T.D. Jakes' powerful line: "We die looking like our decisions" (28:19) - Transformation through renewing the mind and changing thoughts (30:00) - Choosing to die looking like positive decisions (32:53) - Embracing radical changes for a transformative life (33:30) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" - A Treatment Plan for Recovery

A Good Talk About Being Stuck, and How to Help Your Brain Help YOU!As we close out 2023, let's make some decisions together about how 2024 can be the year we finally break through.This episode gives a good overview of the neuroscience of how making hard decisions helps us become more resilient, and overcome any challenges we face. Scripture: Isaiah 1:18, Isaiah 43, Hebrews 12Book mentioned: This Naked Mind by Annie GraceYou can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - The Holiday Break and Travel Adventures (01:52) - Driving Through a Tremendous Blizzard (03:25) - Grateful to Be Home and Busy Days Ahead (06:45) - Changing Your Mind for Life Transformation (07:33) - Introduction to the Power of Directed Thinking (09:43) - The Automated Negative Process in the Brain (10:30) - The Power of Rewiring Your Cells (12:07) - Making a Lasting Change and New Year's Resolutions (16:32) - Making the Decision to Change and Setting Boundaries (18:01) - Putting Skin in the Game, Seeking Witnesses (22:14) - The Challenge of Making Changes in Automated Lives (28:47) - Removing Alcohol for Improved Mental Health (31:35) - Embracing God's Plan for the New Year (32:25) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book

Tish Harrison Warren (no relation to me) is a bestselling author, Anglican priest , and New York Times columnistShe is also a bereaved parent, a wife and mother, and one of my very favorite writers. Join me for an incredible conversation with Tish about hope, prayer, faith in the midst of hardship, the power of Advent and the Christian calendar, lament, and so much more. Check out Tish's newest book, Advent: The Season of Hope!Her book Prayer In the Night is my go-to reminder of how to pray when I'm hurting. You can learn a lot about how to "pray without ceasing" from her first book, Liturgy of the Ordinary. And her incredible children's book, Little Prayers for Ordinary Days, would be a great Christmas gift for any little ones in your life. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Introduction and Excitement for the Episode (02:59) - The Long-Awaited Conversation with Tish Harrison-Warren (06:00) - The Long-Awaited Podcast Interview Begins (14:30) - Finding God in the Midst of Pain and Doubt (16:52) - The Church Calendar as a Gift of Gentleness (27:38) - The Hidden Pain Behind Normal Congregations (28:48) - Skepticism towards the division caused by social justice movement (30:28) - Advent: Meeting People Where They're At (32:39) - Celebrating in the midst of darkness and pain (42:57) - Questioning Trust in God's Protection (44:39) - Discovering the Power of Compline in Times of Loss (51:32) - The Importance of Presence in Ministry (54:30) - Changing Expectations for Pastors in the Church (55:49) - Finding strength in despair and trusting God's surprising interventions (01:06:49) - Sandra Bullock's Instagram Follow and Conversation Conclusion

It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday!Want to give yourself a great Christmas present? Learning to respect yourself is one of the secrets to being hopeful and solid no matter what you're going through. This episode helps us shed labels, shake off difficulties in our past, and get ready for a bright future. Music by Tommy Walker (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) (Adapted from Season 6, Episode 102)You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - A Christmas Present: Learning How to Respect Yourself Again (01:53) - The Best Gift: Self-Respect (04:17) - The Importance of Recognition and Respect (09:11) - Two Friends with Different Perspectives on their Past (12:48) - New Year's Resolution: Embrace Promises for 2020 (14:05) - Embrace Your Past as a Teacher, Not a Label (20:34) - The Importance of Vulnerability and Self-Respect (23:41) - Embracing Intrinsic Value and Having Faith in the Future (28:46) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" Book

Our physical bodies are intimately linked to our mental and spiritual health. Join me for another incredible talk about how to come fully alive with author, speaker, and radio host Susie Larson! She’ll help you understand the complex interplay and connections between your emotional, spiritual, and physical health. This is one of the best conversations I’ve ever been a part of, and I’m excited to share another dose of hope from one of the best Christian writers alive, Susie Larson!Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Introduction to Part Two with Susie Larson (02:56) - Prayer for Healing and Kingdom Work (05:29) - The Power of Ceasing Striving and Being Still (09:46) - The Act of Faith and Soul Rest (11:49) - Three Powerful Messages from God: Rest, Feast, Wait (14:03) - Clearing the Battlefield and Remembering God's Faithfulness (16:17) - Resolving Past Issues for a Future with God (19:26) - Seeking restoration through personal memories and experiences (21:28) - Harnessing the power of directed neuroplasticity for healing and transformation (25:48) - Discovering the power of overcoming fear and inflammation (27:38) - Forming a new pathway of faith and trust in God (32:04) - Desperation for a deeper understanding of salvation (34:01) - Different perspectives on hearing from God (37:06) - Encouraging a practice of listening prayer and journaling (38:59) - Excommunication from Church due to Pregnancy Out of Wedlock (42:38) - Introduction and Book Promotion

Where is God when we need Him the most?That's a perfect question for Advent, isn't it? The answer is, He's closer than your next breath!Join me for the first of two incredible talks about God’s loving presence in our lives with author, speaker, and radio host Susie Larson! This is one of the best conversations I’ve ever been a part of, and I’m excited to bring back this double dose of hope from one of the best Christian writers alive, Susie Larson!Susie’s new book is stunning, important, and will help you feel closer to God in your life. Check it out here.Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:05) - Theology Thursday and Introduction to Susie Larson (02:12) - Interview with Susie Larson about Closer Than Your Next Breath (07:00) - Introducing Susie Larson and her new book (14:38) - Discerning Tests from Attacks: Learning from Experience (19:18) - Silent Seasons: Understanding God's Activity Behind the Scenes (23:04) - Understanding Tragedy, Trauma, and Personal Responsibility (30:08) - Living a Generous Life in Light of Eternity (33:09) - Collateral damage when misreading God's silence (38:16) - Ministering to Julie, who is struggling with guilt and grief (40:13) - Prayer for Healing and Encounter with God (42:25) - Encouragement to Seek God's Presence and Make Positive Changes (44:41) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book

It's Mind Change Monday, and reading is a great way to change your mind and help you change your life!Here are the first 5 books of 10 Books I Loved in 2023! (Not a ranking, just 5 helpful books!)NOTE: I mention video in this episode, but the video file was corrupted and is not yet available. We're working on it, but it's not out yet. Stay tuned for that!Join us for a book signing in San Antonio, Texas on Thursday, December 21 at 5:30 at the Twig Book Shop! Books Mentioned:Return of the God Hypothesis: Three Scientific Discoveries That Reveal the Mind Behind the Universe by Stephen MeyerHow to Hear God: A Simple Guide for Normal People by Pete GreigRest and War: Rhythms of a Well-Fought Life by Ben StuartThe Mind and the Brain: Neuroplasticity and the Power of Mental Force by Jeffrey SchwartzCloser than Your Next Breath: Where Is God When You Need Him Most? by Susie Larson"Honorable Mention" Books:Mind Shift: It Doesn't Take a Genius to Think Like One by Erwin Raphael McManus Mind to Matter: The Astonishing Science of How Your Brain Creates Material Reality by Dawson Church Let Creation Speak!: 100 Invitations to Awe and Wonder by Michael Guillen PhD Extraordinary Hearing: Preparing Your Soul to Hear from God by Greg Pruett The Deepest Place: Suffering and the Formation of Hope by Curt Thompson MD This Naked Mind: Control Alcohol, Find Freedom, Discover Happiness, and Change Your Life by Annie Grace On the Road with Saint Augustine: A Real-World Spirituality for Restless Hearts by James K.A. Smith, The Brain That Changes Itself: Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Brain Science by Norman DoidgeEvery Season Sacred: Reflections, Prayers, and Invitations to Nourish Your Soul and Nurture Your Family throughout the Year by Kayla Craig Fully Alive: Learning to Flourish - Mind, Body & Spirit by Susie Larson Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Introduction and Announcement of Book Signing Event (02:08) - Introduction to 10 Books I Loved in 2023 (10:37) - The Fine-Tuned Laws of Physics (11:58) - The Limitations of the Laws of Physics (14:51) - The God Hypothesis and Overcoming Anxiety (21:44) - Finding Purpose in Jesus: A Life-Changing Transformation (24:09) - Mind vs. Brain: The Top-Down Control Structure (29:04) - The importance of Jesus in understanding God's communication (32:10) - God's invitation to invite Him into our lives (36:53) - The Brain That Changes Itself: Understanding Neuroplasticity (40:11) - Deferred Hope and its Impact on the Heart (43:13) - Faith, Actions, and Progress in Life (46:12) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book

It's Tuesdays with Tata!Today, in response to a reader question of, "Who is Tata?", we answer that exact question! This is everything you want to know about Dennis McDonald, the star of "Tuesdays with Tata!"Join us for a book signing in San Antonio, Texas on Thursday, December 21 at 5:30 at the Twig Book Shop!PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique! Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Introducing Tata and his absence due to family emergency (01:17) - Announcement: Book signing event at the Twig Bookshop (04:11) - Reflections on Recent Events in Afghanistan (05:07) - Introducing Tata: Origin and Faith (06:11) - Fond Memories of Church and Revival (07:06) - A Family Committed to Regular Church Attendance (07:22) - Struggling with faith and running from God (11:33) - Relying on God and gratitude for His blessings (15:36) - Understanding inherent goodness and the impact of sin (17:07) - Skipping the Prayer Wall Tonight (18:18) - Start Today, Have Your Way with Me (18:38) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book

It's Mind Change Monday, and reading is a great way to change your mind and help you change your life!Here are the first 5 books of 10 Books I Loved in 2023! (Not a ranking, just 5 helpful books!)Join us for a book signing in San Antonio, Texas on Thursday, December 21 at 5:30 at the Twig Book Shop!Books Mentioned:Is God Real?: Exploring the Ultimate Question of Life by Lee Strobel Making Sense Out of Suffering by Peter KreeftHow to Hear God: A Simple Guide for Normal People by Pete GreigThe Practice: Shipping Creative Work by Seth GodinLive No Lies: Recognize and Resist the Three Enemies That Sabotage Your Peace by John Mark Comer Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Changing Your Mind to Change Your Life (00:50) - Introduction and Setting the Stage for Book Recommendations (02:42) - Encouraging Subscriptions and Reviews for the Podcast and YouTube Channel (07:25) - Lee Strobel's Investigative Journey to Christianity (10:08) - God's Role in Suffering and the Human Experience (15:45) - The universality of hidden hurts and suffering (18:07) - Jesus as the answer to suffering, not just a question (24:21) - Intimacy with God through prayer and the Bible (27:03) - Creativity, shipping work, and doing the work consistently (29:54) - Choosing to do the work and staying unstuck (31:38) - Live No Lies: Understanding and resisting the enemies of peace. (34:14) - The Problem of Disordered Desires (39:46) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" Book

If you feel stuck, down, or hopeless, it’s time to get up! Here are some ideas to help you find a path forward into the life God wants you to have. It’s not easy, and it takes self-brain surgery, but you CAN become healthier, feel better, and be happier. You just have to change your mind. The good news is, you can start today.(Adapted from Season 7, Episode 39) Book mentioned: Lent for Non-Lent People by Jon Swanson Scriptures: Psalm 103:2-5, John 10:10, Psalm 139:23-24, Matthew 16:24-26Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! Music by Tommy Walker (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 )

It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday!The problem with trying to change our minds is that when life stresses us, it's so easy to fall back into old thinking patterns. Here's a plan to help us perform better under pressure. Scripture: II Corinthians 10:5, I Corinthians 10:13, Ephesians 5:18, Psalm 104:14-15, Proverbs 31:6-7Book Mentioned: How to Pray by Pete GreigSupport and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Tough Week: Urgent Surgery and Life's Unexpected Turns (02:30) - The Preparation Plan: Changing Our Minds to Transform Our Lives (03:50) - The Challenge of Taking Every Thought Captive (05:47) - Changing Your Mind: The Power of Smartphones (07:43) - The Power of Interrupting Negative Thoughts (09:02) - Falling Back on Preparation Under Pressure (10:39) - Letting Go of Hindrances and Embracing Change (16:16) - Learning to Listen and Be Present in Relationships (18:05) - Renewing Your Mind Daily for Personal Growth and Change (20:18) - The Role of Alcohol in Numbing Behaviors and its Consequences (24:11) - The Power of Understanding How Your Brain Works (26:00) - Connecting Your Mind to the Spirit for Infinite Happiness (29:58) - Creating Systems for Pause and Reflect before Reacting (32:00) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book

It's Frontal Lobe Friday!Understanding the diagnosis, prognosis, and prescription to apply to your thinking, and discerning the nature of a thought is the key to being able to engage your frontal lobes. This allows you to use the gift of selective attention to transform your thinking and change your life. Scripture: II Kings 6:17, Ephesians 6:10-18, Hebrews 4:12, II Timothy 1:7Book Mentioned: How to Pray by Pete Greig Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:01) - Introducing Frontal Lobe Friday (01:14) - Harnessing Selective Attention for a Better Life (03:15) - Urgent surgery and prayers for daughter's recovery (04:23) - Ways to support the podcast and upcoming content for paid subscribers (09:24) - Gratitude for prayers and discussion on selective attention (11:41) - Falling is Determined by Preparation (12:56) - Applying Preparation in Moments of Stress (19:47) - Discovering God's Better Plan (21:03) - The Sword of the Spirit: Your Weapon for Change (24:05) - Practicing Self-Brain Surgery: Using Your Gift of Selective Attention (26:36) - Introducing the Dr. Lee Warren Podcast and his new book

Get a Good Theology Around SufferingWhen hard times come, you will be overwhelmed with doubt, fear, and you'll be unsure of what to do next. Unless, that is, you have a good theology in place to answer the inevitable "why" questions. This episode will help you get your head on straight when life hurts. Scripture: Psalm 139, Psalm 121, Psalm 29, Pslm 143Music by Tommy Walker(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 )Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Introduction and the importance of theology around suffering (02:15) - Example of David's confusion and finding clarity in suffering (03:46) - The importance of having a good theology around suffering (04:39) - The instinctual human response to suffering: asking "why?" (06:13) - The danger of wrong theology and questioning God's love. (09:51) - The fallacy of tying circumstance to happiness and fulfillment. (12:05) - Shifting the focus from "why" to "what now?" (13:26) - David's Cry for Help in the Darkness (15:26) - God's Presence in Every Situation (20:57) - Building a Theology of Suffering (23:06) - Finding Comfort and Truth in Suffering (32:30) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book

Frustrated? Stuck? Feel Like God Expects You to be More Squared Away?Here are some thoughts about how God rejoices when we start today. Music by Patty Loveless(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 )Scripture: Zechariah 4:10Book Mentioned: A Great Work by Jon SwansonSupport and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Introducing the idea of self-brain surgery and Wild Card Wednesday (01:36) - The suffering substitution operation for healing and moving forward (02:02) - Embracing small beginnings and starting anew (02:33) - The power of getting started and pursuing God's plan (03:20) - Changing your life by changing your mind and finding hope (03:57) - Self Brain Surgery School: Where transformation begins (04:09) - Finding Encouragement in Small Beginnings (06:42) - God's Delight in Small Beginnings (09:52) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book (10:25) - Prayer Wall and Newsletter Sign-up

It's Tuesdays with Tata! Today, a look at the little book of Jonah from the Old Testament, and some surprising lessons. It's not all about the "whale," but this talk with Tata has a lot for us to learn! Scripture: The book of Jonah Book Mentioned: The Prodigal Prophet by Timothy KellerImprove your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:29) - Embracing a Journey of Health and Happiness (00:51) - Introduction and Excitement for Discussing Jonah (03:17) - Jonah Flees from God's Assignment (08:51) - Jonah's struggle with God's mercy towards others (10:09) - The call to love and be merciful like Jesus (12:45) - Jesus accepting the story of Jonah as a sign (14:07) - Jonah's preaching in Nineveh and their repentance (16:23) - God's relenting and the possibility of changing God's mind (18:35) - Jonah's Anger and God's Question (20:01) - Jonah's Opportunity to Deliver the Message (21:16) - Rebellion Against God and Jonah's Disobedience (22:44) - Uncovering the Truth: What Really Happened to the People (24:13) - Jesus' Mission to Save the Lost (26:08) - God's teachings may sound difficult, but they are important. (26:37) - Obeying God's Call vs. Personal Desires (27:16) - Rejoicing in the Repentance of Sinners (28:35) - Introduction and Book Announcement

It's Mind Change Monday!Cancer often starts with one cell mutation. If the body fails to detect and eliminate the mutated cell, then it can grow from that single cell into a disease that can kill us. Thoughts work the same way. In this episode, we discuss the importance of taking our thoughts captive, interpersonal neurobiology and limbic resonance, and a method for you to perform self-brain surgery to prevent these thought cancers from wrecking your life. Scripture: II Corinthians 10:5, Philippians 4:6-8Book Mentioned: Get Out of Your Head by Jennie AllenSupport and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Importance of Actively Stewarding Our Thoughts (01:09) - Neuroscience and Scripture: Attentiveness to Our Thoughts (02:19) - Welcome to Self Brain Surgery School: Changing Your Mind (03:07) - The power of interpersonal neurobiology (03:56) - The profound impact of grief on our emotions (05:32) - Limbic resonance and its effect on others' emotions (12:31) - The Role of Past Emotions in Current Relationships (13:20) - Taking Charge of Your Thoughts and Emotions (16:35) - Changing Your Mindset for Peace and Gratitude (18:26) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book

It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday!You have an incredible gift: you can choose to think about what you think about. The question is, what will you do with that gift?In this episode, we learn the self-brain surgery of calming our minds and learning to direct the show of what happens in our thought life. You get this right, and you'll become healthier, feel better, and be happier. If you don't, you'll bounce around from circumstance to circumstance, and they will lead you into a progressively more cynical and negative life. The good news is, it's so easy to learn how to change that program into one that blesses you and others, and leads you to hope.Scripture: Psalm 37Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here!Music by Tommy Walker and Carl Miner(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) (00:02) - Introduction to Self Brain Surgery Saturday (02:01) - Casting Off Hindrances and Changing Our Minds (04:50) - Thinking differently about how we think (07:13) - The chief end of man: glorify God and enjoy Him forever (09:00) - Answering better questions about life's events (11:49) - How to glorify God in difficult circumstances (13:57) - Overcoming hindrances and not allowing events to control thoughts (15:25) - The complexity of the brain and the integration with the body (22:04) - The destructive power of fretting and worrying (23:36) - Establishing inviolable morning routines for mental well-being (26:13) - Using instrumental music for focused thinking (27:40) - Taking charge of your thoughts and directing your mind (34:36) - Introduction and Book Promotion

It's Frontal Lobe Friday!Today, we talk about how going through hard things makes us more resilient, increases character, and produces hope. Faith and neuroscience smash together hard here, and show us the path forward when life brings us pain.Scriptures: Deuteronomy 22:22, Hosea 2:15, Romans 5:3-4, Proverbs 4:26, Hebrews 12:13 Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Computer Update Woes (01:20) - Tough Times during the Holidays (03:04) - The Power of Doing Hard Things (06:20) - Turning Troubles into Doors of Hope (11:46) - Making Level Paths for Your Feet (13:49) - Science Confirms the Power of Enduring Hardships (19:58) - The Consequences of Taking the Easy Path (21:07) - Navigating Hard Times and Making Level Paths (24:42) - Introduction and Book Promotion

A New Definition of H.O.P.E. Today, we talk about two Hebrew words for hope, a great song from our Hope Is the First Dose playlist.(Computer crash this morning kept me from recording today's episode. Tomorrow we'll be back with "You Can Do Hard Things, Part 2"!) Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! Music by For King and Country (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 )

This time of year can be hard. But hey- you can do hard things! You can!Today, we go back a bit to learn the art of looking hard at our internal stories, and tomorrow we'll have a good talk about how our brains are wired to help us do hard things, and even grow from them!Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!This episode includes material from October 16, Look Hard at Your Internal Stories. We look at the stories we tell ourselves, and learn the value of switching from writer to editor to make real changes in our lives. Plus, a lesson on the powerful part of your brain called the cingulate gyrus, and how it can help or hurt your life.Book Mentioned: The Deepest Place by Curt ThompsonScripture mentioned: Titus 3:4-6, John 1: 1-5Podcast mentioned: The Huberman Lab PodcastClick here to watch my interview on The 700 Club from last week.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (00:02) - Introducing the topic of self-improvement and upcoming episodes (01:56) - Preparing for the "You Can Do Hard Things" episode tomorrow (02:49) - The Power of Internal Stories (06:59) - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome (10:43) - Overcoming insecurities and working hard to achieve success (13:41) - Embracing authority to teach and help others overcome challenges (20:05) - The Power of Epigenetics and Inherited Trauma (22:37) - The Tension of Sharing Your Story and Making an Impact (27:31) - The Role of a Good Editor in Shaping Your Story (29:44) - Stuck in a Story: The Role of the Cingulate Gyrus (32:11) - Increasing Tenacity and Willpower through Embracing Discomfort (38:25) - Bringing Light to Dark Places (40:44) - Transforming Your Mind for a Better Story (41:37) - Introduction and Book Announcement

It's Tuesdays with Tata! Today, a great talk about agriculture, reaping what we sow, and lessons from the Old Testament book of Hosea.Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs! Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose! Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here!Music by Tommy Walker(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) (00:29) - Introduction: Becoming healthier, happier, and transforming our minds. (02:15) - Exploring Hosea 8-7: "sowing the wind, reaping the whirlwind." (04:55) - Hosea: The Warning of Impending Destruction (06:06) - Warning: Chasing after evil and idolatry (07:26) - Reaping the whirlwind: Punishment for chasing after idols (08:50) - Captivity in Babylon and Daniel's Rebellion (17:18) - Reaping the Consequences of Idol Worship (19:28) - Grace and Hope in Christ: Reaping What We Did Not Sow (26:18) - Studying the Bible for Hope and Peace (27:40) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" Treatment Plan