

The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast
Dr. Lee Warren
Neurosurgeon and award-winning author Dr. W. Lee Warren, MD delivers weekly prescriptions from neuroscience, faith, and common sense on how to lead a healthier, better, happier life. You can’t change your life until you change your mind, and Dr. Warren will teach you the art of self-brain surgery™ to get it done. His latest book, Hope Is the First Dose, is available everywhere books are sold.
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Aug 13, 2024 • 14min
Revision Surgery: All-In August #13
It's All-In August!Here are a few thoughts about revision surgery, and how it relates to going all-in. Scripture: Ephesians 1:17-20Textooks for All-In August:All In, by Mark Batterson, Hope Is the First Dose by me, and Play the Man by Mark BattersonScripture for the Month: II Corinthians 5:14-17, Luke 9:23-25, Galatians 5:22-23, I Corinthians 2:16 Are you with us? Send a voicemail and let us know who you are, where you live, and that you're All-In!Follow me @drleewarren on Instagram for daily inspiration. Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!Five Ways You Can Support this show:
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Improve your gut health, support your 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!
(00:00) - Introduction
(01:05) - Revision Surgery
(04:05) - Self-Brain Surgery Trick
(06:00) - Finding Normalcy
(08:08) - The Path Forward
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Aug 12, 2024 • 27min
Purpose and Power: All-In August #12
It's All-In August!Knowing why you're here gives you enormous power to face any challenge. Here's how to figure it out. Scriptures: Colossians 3:17, 23, Acts 17:26-27, II Timothy 1:9Great devotional on purpose from first15.orgTextooks for All-In August:All In, by Mark Batterson, Hope Is the First Dose by me, and Play the Man by Mark BattersonScripture for the Month: II Corinthians 5:14-17, Luke 9:23-25, Galatians 5:22-23, I Corinthians 2:16 Are you with us? Send a voicemail and let us know who you are, where you live, and that you're All-In!Follow me @drleewarren on Instagram for daily inspiration. Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!Five Ways You Can Support this show:
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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.
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Improve your gut health, support your 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!
(00:00) - Purpose and Resilience
(03:00) - Neuroscience and Purpose Align
(07:33) - God's Purpose for Your Life
(10:56) - God's Purpose and Grace
(14:52) - Seeking Purpose Beyond Self
(16:57) - Choosing Purpose Over Comfort
(20:03) - Living with Purpose and Gratitude
(22:09) - Discovering Your True Purpose
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Aug 11, 2024 • 27min
Never Once: All-In August #11
It's All-In August!A reminder that no matter how hard it feels to go all-in, you're never alone. If you want some music to use to help you remember this, check out Never Once by Matt Redman. Textooks for All-In August:All In, by Mark Batterson, Hope Is the First Dose by me, and Play the Man by Mark BattersonScripture for the Month: II Corinthians 5:14-17, Luke 9:23-25, Galatians 5:22-23, I Corinthians 2:16 Are you with us? Send a voicemail and let us know who you are, where you live, and that you're All-In!Follow me @drleewarren on Instagram for daily inspiration. Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!Five Ways You Can Support this show:
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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):
Improve your gut health, support your 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!
(00:00) - Encouragement for the Journey
(00:56) - Copyrighted Music Dilemma
(02:57) - Community and Support
(04:29) - Overcoming Hurdles and Obstacles
(08:29) - Finding Strength in Adversity
(11:46) - The Power of Hope in Struggles
(16:41) - Memory and Movement for Hope
(19:28) - Endurance and Trials
(21:32) - Finding Balance in Challenges
(23:39) - Running Towards Hope
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Aug 10, 2024 • 45min
Changing Approaches to Go All-In: All-In August #10
It's All-In August!A few thoughts for Self-Brain Surgery Saturday about three approaches to consider when life has driven you to a place of believing that nothing can help. It's a call to action! This episode will help you get unstuck. Textooks for All-In August:All In, by Mark Batterson, Hope Is the First Dose by me, and Play the Man by Mark BattersonScripture for the Month: II Corinthians 5:14-17, Luke 9:23-25, Galatians 5:22-23, I Corinthians 2:16 Are you with us? Send a voicemail and let us know who you are, where you live, and that you're All-In!Follow me @drleewarren on Instagram for daily inspiration. 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):
Improve your gut health, support your 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!
(00:00) - Introduction to Self-Brain Surgery Saturday
(00:29) - Recognizing Mental Challenges
(01:45) - All In August Concept
(04:21) - Exploring Different Approaches
(05:51) - Dr. Warren's Dual Calling
(07:42) - Community Support in All In August
(09:07) - The Ten Commandments of Self-Brain Surgery
(09:41) - Beginning Self-Brain Surgery Practice
(14:11) - Importance of Self-Brain Surgery Training
(15:49) - Differentiating Self-Brain Surgery and Therapy
(17:45) - Influence of Worldview in Therapy Approach
(19:41) - The Power of Forgiveness
(23:35) - Surgical Approaches and Techniques
(28:51) - Multiple Approaches to Managing Your Mind
(37:31) - Finding Purpose and Happiness through Faith
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Aug 9, 2024 • 28min
"Nothing Can Help Me!": All-In August #9
It's All-In August!A few thoughts for Frontal Lobe Friday about worldview, approach, and a time to take action. This episode will help you get unstuck. Textooks for All-In August:All In, by Mark Batterson, Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield, Hope Is the First Dose by me, The One Thing by Gary Keller, and Play the Man by Mark BattersonScripture for the Month: II Corinthians 5:14-17, Luke 9:23-25, Galatians 5:22-23, I Corinthians 2:16 Are you with us? Send a voicemail and let us know who you are, where you live, and that you're All-In!Follow me @drleewarren on Instagram for daily inspiration. Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!Five Ways You Can Support this show:
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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.
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Improve your gut health, support your 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!
(00:00) - Introduction to Self-Brain Surgery
(02:17) - Importance of Mind-Body Connection
(07:40) - Initiating Change for Better Performance
(11:09) - Understanding Worldview and Approach
(17:44) - The Story of Jonathan and Approach Change
(20:01) - Overcoming the "Nothing Can Help Me" Approach
(22:48) - Transitioning from Reaction to Response
(24:57) - Finding Hope and Meaning in Adversity
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Aug 8, 2024 • 40min
Is Positivity Bias a Trick? All-In August #8
It's All-In August!Training Your Brain to Look for the Bright Side Takes WorkBut it's the secret to becoming healthier, feeling better, and being happier. People who learn to look at every situation and look for some hope or possibility have incredible resilience, better neurochemistry, and are more effective and successful in every measurable way.Here's a talk about why it matters, and how you can get there. Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8Book mentioned: You, Happier by Daniel AmenTextooks for All-In August:All In, by Mark Batterson, Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield, Hope Is the First Dose by me, The One Thing by Gary Keller, and Play the Man by Mark BattersonScripture for the Month: II Corinthians 5:14-17, Luke 9:23-25, Galatians 5:22-23, I Corinthians 2:16 Are you with us? Send a voicemail and let us know who you are, where you live, and that you're All-In!Follow me @drleewarren on Instagram for daily inspiration. Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!Five Ways You Can Support this show:
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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):
Improve your gut health, support your 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!
(00:01) - Introduction: Self-Brain Surgery Journey Begins
(02:55) - The Power of Positivity Bias
(06:14) - Overcoming Negativity with Positivity
(13:12) - Mindset Check: Positivity Bias Training
(16:18) - Eye Trouble: Shifting Perspectives
(23:21) - Technique: Bad Thought Biopsy
(27:50) - Ancient Wisdom of Positivity Bias
(29:23) - Finding Light in Dark Moments
(34:14) - Training Your Brain for Positivity
(36:21) - Embracing Relentless Positivity Bias
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Aug 7, 2024 • 22min
Just Don't Do It: All-In August #7
It's All-In August!When you're tempted to do something you know you shouldn't... you'll feel better if you don't. Here's a few thoughts on the neuroscience and the scripture of why waiting a bit to make a decision is usually best. Check out a brand-new episode of Tuesdays with Tata over on The Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast today as well! Books mentioned:All In, by Mark Batterson, Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield, Hope Is the First Dose by me, The One Thing by Gary Keller, and Play the Man by Mark BattersonScripture: II Corinthians 5:14-17, Luke 9:23-25, Galatians 5:22-23, I Corinthians 2:16 Are you with us? Send a voicemail and let us know who you are, where you live, and that you're All-In!Follow me @drleewarren on Instagram for daily inspiration. Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!Five Ways You Can Support this show:
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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):
Improve your gut health, support your 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!
(00:00) - All In Together
(02:05) - Hitting a Wall
(04:16) - Be Careful How You Live
(06:09) - Choosing Wisely
(08:38) - The Issue of Temptation
(10:17) - Overcoming Temptation
(14:03) - You'll Feel Better If You Don't
(16:19) - Using Your Frontal Lobes
(17:47) - Self-Brain Surgery
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Aug 6, 2024 • 21min
All-In Check In: All-In August #6
It's All-In August!Time for our first weekly check in to see how you're doing. We've got some listener voicemails to share today also.Check out a brand-new episode of Tuesdays with Tata over on The Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast today as well! Books mentioned:All In, by Mark Batterson, Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield, Hope Is the First Dose by me, The One Thing by Gary Keller, and Play the Man by Mark BattersonScripture: II Corinthians 5:14-17, Luke 9:23-25, Galatians 5:22-23, I Corinthians 2:16 Are you with us? Send a voicemail and let us know who you are, where you live, and that you're All-In!Follow me @drleewarren on Instagram for daily inspiration. Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!Five Ways You Can Support this show:
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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):
Improve your gut health, support your 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!
(00:00) - Introduction
(03:54) - Power Verses Reminder
(08:57) - Brain Control
(09:44) - Favorable Time
(12:07) - Feelings vs. Facts
(13:49) - Relational Commitment
(15:02) - Financial Wellness
(16:15) - Moving Forward
(17:20) - Starting Today
(17:31) - Building Community
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Aug 5, 2024 • 36min
Identity Or Insight? All-In August #5
It's All-In August!If you're going All-In, you have a choice to make about your personality.Do you use it as an identity to be protected and honored at all cost, or as insight into areas in which you may be vulnerable to offense or trouble?Here's a talk about how to use the personality traits and type that God gave us to honor Him at all times.Books mentioned:All In, by Mark Batterson, Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield, Hope Is the First Dose by me, The One Thing by Gary Keller, and Play the Man by Mark BattersonScripture: II Corinthians 5:14-17, Luke 9:23-25, Galatians 5:22-23, I Corinthians 2:16 Are you with us? Send a voicemail and let us know who you are, where you live, and that you're All-In!Follow me @drleewarren on Instagram for daily inspiration. Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!Five Ways You Can Support this show:
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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):
Improve your gut health, support your 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!
(00:00) - All In August Kickoff
(08:43) - Making Decisions Against Yourself
(16:31) - Using Personality Tests for Insight
(24:21) - Understanding God's Jealousy
(27:17) - Identifying Idols Through Emotions
(30:13) - Balancing Insight and Identity
(33:05) - Taking Control of Your Mind and Life
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Aug 4, 2024 • 22min
Feelings vs. Faith: All-In August #4
It's All-In August!Today, we talk about the difference between feelings and faith. (Throwback to All-In August 2023 #4)Scripture: Proverbs 3:4-5, James 1:6 Are you with us? Send a voicemail and let us know who you are, where you live, and that you're All-In!Books: All In, by Mark Batterson, Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield, Hope Is the First Dose by me, and The Practice by Seth GodinFollow me @drleewarren on Instagram for daily inspiration. 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):
Improve your gut health, support your 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!
(00:00) - Introduction to All-In August
(02:03) - The Power of Feelings
(06:51) - Acting Better Than Feeling Better
(09:17) - Finding Joy Amidst Sadness
(11:09) - Embracing Both Joy and Pain
(13:18) - Letting God Direct Your Steps
(14:29) - Turning Theoretical into Experiential
(17:01) - Going All In with God
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