The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast

Explore the intersection of neuroscience and faith, challenging the belief that genetics solely determine our bodies. Discover the complex interplay between genes, experiences, and behavior. Learn how directed mental force shapes brain structure. Improve mental and emotional well-being by changing thought patterns. Discover the power to upgrade your mental software and improve overall well-being.

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 SchwartzLeave 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Mind Change Monday!Here are three crucial decisions you need to change your mind about, starting today. Scripture:I Corinthians 10:13Isaiah 44:22Isaiah 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices