The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast

It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday!Today, a look at why it's normal and okay to feel sad sometimes, but we don't have to be stuck there. Check out the great weekly newsletter at Renovarè!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) - Technical Challenges and Listener Feedback (01:42) - Exploring Stages of Grief and Finding Hope (03:12) - Sign up for Renovare's Newsletter for Spiritual Formation Resources (03:18) - Introduction to Renovare.org (03:22) - The Influence of Feelings and Neurotransmitters (05:05) - Understanding the Complexities of Emotional Experiences (06:29) - Exclusive Content for Paid Subscribers (06:46) - Biopsying our thoughts - the Bad Thought Biopsy procedure (08:15) - Understanding and managing true emotions (14:29) - Introduction to Athletic Greens and Pecan Armor (16:13) - Elizabeth Kubler-Ross' Stages of Grief (19:14) - Sadness as an ongoing part of grief, Cognitive Dissonance (22:51) - The lasting impact of trauma (32:13) - The Paradox of an Abundant and Challenging Life (34:02) - Connecting to the Infinite Source for a Fulfilling Life (34:46) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Frontal Lobe Friday!Today, we start new, and then go back in time to the very first Frontal Lobe Friday! We have brand new episodes coming back tomorrow, but here's a new twist on my favorite part of your brain, the frontal lobe!Flashback to the first episode in a new series about how to get the different parts of your brain working in the way they're designed to take control of your thinking, change your mind, and change your life!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! (00:08) - Frontal Lobe Friday and Technological Upgrade Announcement (01:00) - Introducing the Membership Program and Technology Update (02:06) - Welcome to Self Brain Surgery School (02:36) - Season Nine: Neuroscience and Faith Unite (03:07) - Connecting with Dr. Lee Warren: Books, Podcasts, and Newsletters (04:30) - The Power of Executive Function in Decision-Making (08:01) - Shifting from Basal Responses to Engaging Executive Function (12:31) - Finding Happiness Beyond External Circumstances (13:24) - The Power of Your Frontal Lobe as CEO (16:00) - Hearing God's Voice and Making Better Decisions (20:06) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re stuck, you need a plan.(Short sabbatical while updating the studio!)And the plan you need starts with hope. But my friend: what got you here won’t get you there. 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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Wildcard Wednesday!Today, a quick look at three different levels of self-brain surgery to help you become healthier, feel better, and be happier no matter what happens. Scripture: I Thessalonians 5:16-19Support 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) - Introduction and New Gear Testing (00:42) - Three Levels of Self-Brain Surgery and Scripture Breakthrough (01:38) - Levels of self-brain surgery: Introduction to the concept (03:14) - Preparing for life's challenges: The significantly happier model (04:12) - The importance of preparation: Lessons from the Iron Bowl (06:23) - The infinitely happier level: Finding hope after major hardships (08:19) - Scripture for operating your brain at an infinitely higher level (09:00) - The will of God: Rejoice, pray, and give thanks always (10:15) - Switching to the task positive network for improved thinking (11:45) - Choosing joy and gratitude in difficult situations (13:49) - Don't quench the spirit, invite the Holy Spirit's help (15:42) - Introduction and Book Sponsorship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two Songs, Two Books, Two Movies, and Two Thoughts for Tuesday!Here's a bunch of uplifting and helpful things for you today.Scriptures: 2 Timothy 1:6-8, Acts 17:26-28, Matthew 5:44-46Books Mentioned: Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here by Max Lucado and Forgive: Why Should I and How Can I? by Timothy KellerMovies Mentioned: The Book of John in Song Kids by Tommy Walker Ministries, and Because of BethlehemFrom Tommy Walker Ministries: The Book of John In Song KIDS project is our first full-length animated adventure. It takes our characters, Teddy and Wendy through different lands, teaching children and adults alike the different aspects of who Jesus is while pausing to sing and worship with songs written from scripture. From Max Lucado's Team: Check out the Because of Bethlehem movie in a theater near you December 5-7! Religious-based films are killing it at the box office and Max Lucado’s Because of Bethlehem Event (more here) is primed to be one of the biggest for the rest of the year, especially with the Christmas theme!Max, together with some pretty special guests like Matthew West, Matt Maher, CeCe Winans, Anne Wilson and Evan Craft are featured for three nights in the Because of Bethlehem film.  It will air on December 5, 6 and 7 as a Fathom Event in movie theaters.  As of today, more than 1500 screens have been confirmed nationwide.This movie, which is inspired by his bestselling book, Because of Bethlehem: Love is Born, Hope is Here shows how the Bethlehem story with all its fumbles, awkwardness, and longing, illustrates how God is with us in ways we could never imagine!  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 talk to your health care provider before making any big changes in your diet, exercise, or supplement routine!)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 Overview of Topics (01:24) - Housekeeping and discussion on supplements and health concerns (03:41) - Upgrading gear for the podcast and plans for video expansion (05:13) - Request for subscribers on YouTube to help grow the channel (06:50) - Future changes in podcast format and focus on writing a book (08:10) - Stories of desperation and the importance of helping others (09:35) - Vulnerability and Dependency in the Doctor's Office (11:50) - Preparing the Brain for Stress and Building Hope (17:30) - Tommy Walker Ministries: An Incredible Musical Journey for Kids (19:20) - The Great Physician: Jesus and the Message of Hope (31:03) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 LeafImprove 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!Music by Tommy Walker(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) (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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Your Heart is Broken, You Need Brain SurgeryToday, a powerful talk about how to use the thought biopsy technique to do self-brain surgery and find the path forward to hope again. Scriptures Mentioned:Isaiah 26:3, Psalm 51:10, Psalm 19:14, Psalm 139:23, Proverbs 3:5, Proverbs 17:27, Philippians 4:6-8, Lamentations 3, John 10:10, John 16:33, Colossians 3:15, Psalm 71:14Support 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!Music by Casting Crowns and Riley ClemmonsMusic shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 )  (00:09) - Countdown to Book Launch: Hope is the First Dose (01:14) - New Resource: Five-Day Bible Study Plan (02:07) - Introduction and invitation to visit drlewarren.substack.com (03:37) - The global reach of prayer and the importance of community (05:06) - Scripture reading and discussion on sound thinking and peace (07:05) - The importance of self-brain surgery and controlling thoughts (08:15) - Renewing a steadfast spirit and seeking resilience (09:48) - Finding Peace in the Midst of Anxiety (11:16) - Harnessing the Power of Positive Thinking (17:56) - Finding Peace through Music and Scripture (24:23) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday!Today, we learn a little operation that will help us escape the inner "Me Show" we all hear in our heads, stop worrying about the suffering of the past or potential problems in the future, and to capture our thoughts so we can be fully present in the now.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) - Introduction: Self Brain Surgery Saturday (00:33) - Exploring the Default Mode Network and Task Positive Network (02:10) - The Importance of Abundance and Resilience in the Christian Life (04:28) - Exploring Techniques to Control and Calm the Brain (07:09) - The Benefits of Meditation and Rewiring the Brain (11:15) - The Limitations of Traditional Brain Functioning (15:00) - Expanding Brain Capabilities through Connection to the Universe (20:43) - Shifting from victimhood to positive influence (23:07) - Shifting from self-centered thoughts to objective perspective (26:53) - Introduction and Book Sponsorship Announcement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Granger Smith is a country music star, bestselling author, and bereaved father. We had an incredible Friday Conversation about the massive trauma of losing a child, and how those major losses can wreck our lives. His story is one of hitting rock bottom, learning to surrender, and finding his faith and the path forward to hope again. Granger's story is told beautifully in his new book, Like a River. Check out Granger's apparel company, YeeYee!Music by Granger Smith(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!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! (00:15) - Granger Smith's Journey of Faith and Strength after Loss (02:23) - Self Brain Surgery School: Changing Your Mind to Change Your Life (03:27) - Introducing Granger Smith and his book "Like a River" (06:54) - Grieving and the Pervasive Trauma (10:00) - Therapy: A Natural Progression but Not a Complete Solution (12:53) - The Breaking Point: Realizing Nothing Was Working (13:15) - A Desperate Moment: Death or Intervention (14:34) - A Christian upbringing but lacking in spiritual fruit (19:25) - Discovering the true meaning of being a Christian through Scripture (23:54) - Finding Faith through Old Sermons (27:22) - Finding Peace in Not Knowing the Truth (28:14) - The Nature of God and His Providence (38:00) - Finding Healing Through Sharing Loss and Grief Stories (40:17) - Connecting with Granger Smith and Words of Encouragement for Grief (42:48) - God's Mercy and the Imperfection of Humanity (44:42) - Thanksgiving Conversation with Grainger, Book Giveaway Announcement (49:16) - Introducing Dr. Lee Warren's new book, "Hope is the First Dose" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Thanksgiving Day in the United StatesLisa, Tata, and I pray that you’re safe and happy, and surrounded by people you love today.We pray you're well and surrounded by those you love, but also remember that some people are hurting when it’s holiday season.Here are some thoughts on weeping with those who weep, on gratitude, and some worship music for Thanksgiving!Music by Matt Redman, Shane & Shane, Brooke Ligertwood & Brandon Lake, Paul Baloche, and Tommy WalkerScripture: Colossians 3:17, Romans 12:15, Psalm 81:16, Isaiah 43:18-19Great article from Jennifer GreenbergSupport 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!(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) (00:02) - Giving Thanks and Celebrating Community (02:43) - Thanksgiving Greetings and Gratitude to the Podcast Team (05:48) - Finding Solace in Jesus: Unending Praise (06:05) - Forevermore Bless the Lord, Worship His Holy Name (14:35) - Sealing Love's Fate in the Courts (15:06) - Thanksgiving Reflections and Unexpected Challenges (19:45) - Empathy and Support during Difficult Holidays (22:10) - Finding Gratitude in Difficult Experiences (25:14) - Finding Gratitude and Hope in Difficult Times (30:36) - Gratitude on Thanksgiving, acknowledging struggles and offering encouragement (32:58) - Embracing a new perspective and finding hope in difficult times (38:20) - Satisfying Hunger and Thirst in Unexpected Ways (43:22) - Thanksgiving: What Can I Do? (44:19) - Gratitude for Life's Blessings (49:03) - Finding Hope and Gratitude in Difficult Times (57:32) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices