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The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast

Dr. Lee Warrenwleewarrenmd.com
What if the secret to healing, hope, and higher performance isn't only about understanding our trauma or coping with our diagnoses, but is also about retraining our brains? Neurosurgeon and award-winning author Dr. Lee Warren integrates neuroscience and faith to help you find the life you were designed to live. This is where you get the training, tactics, and truth you need to change your mind and your life, and it's called self-brain surgery.
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What to Do While You Wait

Do you find yourself wondering where God is? Wondering why God seems to be taking forever to answer your prayers? Wondering why everything seems so hard all the time? Are you so tired of being so tired? If so, a good decision you can make is to learn to grow while you’re waiting! Here’s a short lesson about the latin phrase mutatis mutandis , which means “after the necessary changes have been made.” Scriptures: Psalm 13 Habakkuk 1 Isaiah 42:8-9 Joshua 3 Micah 7:7 Music by Tommy Walker (Music sha...

Sep 23, 202230 minSeason 1Ep. 154

Own It

Self-Brain Surgery Tip #7: (It's Tata's birthday! Email him if you'd like to say hello! lee@drleewarren.com ) When you make a mistake, admit it to yourself and correct it going forward. Excuses build the false idea in your brain that it’s not really your fault, and you’ll be more likely to do it again. Own it, recalibrate, move forward and you’ll be happier! It's No-Slip November friend! In the Bible, we read of how the Israelites turned an 11-day trip into a 40-year-long journey through the des...

Sep 22, 202215 minSeason 1Ep. 153

When God Says No

When You Can't Hear Truth in Your Own Brain, You Need Better Words (REPLAY of Season 5, Episode 89 for Wild Card Wednesday) “Take to heart all the words by which I am warning you today, that you may command them to your children, that they may be careful to do all the words of this law. For it is no empty word for you, but your very life, and by this word you shall live long in the land that you are going over the Jordan to possess.” (Deuteronomy 32:46–47) In this episode, we’re going to look at...

Sep 21, 202235 minSeason 1Ep. 152

Tuesdays with Tata #56: Hope Bursts Forth

It's Tuesdays with Tata! Today, we talk about Romans 12, to find the incredible hope that lies in changing our minds. Music by Tommy Walker Sign up for my Substack letter here. (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) Go to my website www.wleewarrenmd.com for more information about my letter, this show, my books, and more. John to Know, James to Grow bible study Some music on the show comes from Tunetank.com This is a pu...

Sep 20, 202237 minSeason 1Ep. 151

Tuesdays with Tata #56: Hope Bursts Forth (S6E8)

It's Tuesdays with Tata! Today, we talk about Romans 12, to find the incredible hope that lies in changing our minds. Music by Tommy Walker Sign up for my Substack letter here. (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) Go to my website www.wleewarrenmd.com for more information about my letter, this show, my books, and more. John to Know, James to Grow bible study Some music on the show comes from Tunetank.com This is a pu...

Sep 20, 202238 minSeason 1Ep. 150

Mind Change Monday #3: Godlight

It's Mind Change Monday! Gratitude is a key superpower for happiness. C.S. Lewis teaches us how to find the little evidences, the "Godlight" around us, that can fill us with gratitude and hope no matter how tough our circumstances are. Music by Paul Baloche Scripture: Acts 17 Books mentioned: Happiness by Randy Alcorn, and Letters to Malcolm by C.S. Lewis Sign up for my Substack letter here. (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #...

Sep 19, 202219 minSeason 1Ep. 149

A New Decision About the Same Old Mistakes

If You Keep Making the Same Mistakes, Don't Give Up! Make a new decision about the same old mistakes, starting today! Scripture: Colossians 3:13 Music by Unspoken Sign up for my Substack letter here. (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) Go to my website www.wleewarrenmd.com for more information about my letter, this show, my books, and more. John to Know, James to Grow bible study Some music on the show comes from Tu...

Sep 19, 202213 minSeason 1Ep. 148

Mind Change Monday #3: Godlight (S6E7)

It's Mind Change Monday! Gratitude is a key superpower for happiness. C.S. Lewis teaches us how to find the little evidences, the "Godlight" around us, that can fill us with gratitude and hope no matter how tough our circumstances are. Music by Paul Baloche Scripture: Acts 17 Books mentioned: Happiness by Randy Alcorn, and Letters to Malcolm by C.S. Lewis Sign up for my Substack letter here. (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #...

Sep 19, 202220 minSeason 1Ep. 147

A New Decision About the Same Old Mistakes (S6E6)

If You Keep Making the Same Mistakes, Don't Give Up! Make a new decision about the same old mistakes, starting today! Scripture: Colossians 3:13 Music by Unspoken Sign up for my Substack letter here. (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) Go to my website www.wleewarrenmd.com for more information about my letter, this show, my books, and more. John to Know, James to Grow bible study Some music on the show comes from Tu...

Sep 18, 202215 minSeason 1Ep. 146

Self-Brain Surgery Saturday #2: The Gratitude Graft

It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday! Today's operation is The Gratitude Graft. Learning how to be grateful in any situation is a neuroscience superpower that will increase resilience, hope, and happiness. Scriptures: 1 Thessalonians 5:18 ESV Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. Psalm 118:24 ESV This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. Colossians 3:17 ESV And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name...

Sep 17, 202231 minSeason 6Ep. 5

Friday Conversations #1: Philip Yancey Lines Us Up

Welcome to the first episode of Friday Conversations! There Are Some Things We Need to Line Up This conversation with New York Times bestselling author Philip Yancey will help you get there. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit drleewarren.substack.com/subscribe

Sep 17, 202255 minSeason 1Ep. 144

Friday Conversations #1: Philip Yancey Lines Us Up (S6E4)

Welcome to the first episode of Friday Conversations! There Are Some Things We Need to Line Up This conversation with New York Times bestselling author Philip Yancey will help you get there. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit drleewarren.substack.com/subscribe

Sep 16, 202257 minSeason 1Ep. 142

Axes and Trees

Decide to Use Your Words for Good Use the power of neuroscience to make the world a better place! Plus, some thoughts about how to handle dark times and help other people make it through. Scripture: Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Your sight, O Lord, my rock and my Redeemer. Psalm 19:14 NIV The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing. Proverbs 12:18 NIV Music by Tommy Walker (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren ...

Sep 15, 202246 minSeason 1Ep. 141

Axes and Trees (S6E3)

Decide to Use Your Words for Good Use the power of neuroscience to make the world a better place! Plus, some thoughts about how to handle dark times and help other people make it through. Music by Tommy Walker Scripture: Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Your sight, O Lord, my rock and my Redeemer. Psalm 19:14 NIV The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing. Proverbs 12:18 NIV Sign up for my Substack letter here....

Sep 15, 202247 minSeason 1Ep. 140

QT8: Everything‘s Gonna Be Alright

Psalm 116 Shows Us How to Keep Our Faith During Hard Times (Quiet Time Classic for Throwback Thursday ) Here's some thoughts and prayer through Psalm 116 . Plus, excepts from Dane Ortlund's beautiful devotional, In the Lord I Take Refuge ! Music from Tommy Walker , Eddie Ruth Bradford , and Paul Baloche . (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribe...

Sep 14, 202223 minSeason 1Ep. 139

Decide It’s Going to Be Alright (S6E2)

Psalm 116 Shows Us How to Keep Our Faith During Hard Times Here's some thoughts and prayer through Psalm 116 . Plus, excepts from Dane Ortlund's beautiful devotional, In the Lord I Take Refuge ! Music from Tommy Walker , Eddie Ruth Bradford , and Paul Baloche . (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit drl...

Sep 14, 202225 minSeason 1Ep. 138

Tuesdays with Tata #55 Classic: Stapled and Grateful

Tata and I take on II Corinthians 4:7-18! (Classic episode from last November that's a perfect way to start Season 6. We'll be back with an all-new Tuesdays with Tata episode next week!) Another "Tata-ism" is, "I feel like I've been folded, stapled, spindled, and mutilated." We break that down, and more! Music by Chris Rice and Dave Brubeck (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) Go to my website www.wleewarrenmd.com fo...

Sep 13, 202231 minSeason 1Ep. 137

Mind Change Monday #2: Three Crucial Changes

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 Music by Tommy Walker You can sign up for my Substack letter here. (Note: There are options to sign up for free, or to become a paid subscriber in this link. The normal newsletter will always be free!) (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) Go to my websi...

Sep 13, 202227 minSeason 1Ep. 136

Tuesdays with Tata #55 Classic: Stapled and Grateful (S6E1)

Tata and I take on II Corinthians 4:7-18! (Classic episode from last November that's a perfect way to start Season 6. We'll be back with an all-new Tuesdays with Tata episode next week!) Another "Tata-ism" is, "I feel like I've been folded, stapled, spindled, and mutilated." We break that down, and more! Music by Chris Rice and Dave Brubeck (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) Go to my website www.wleewarrenmd.com fo...

Sep 13, 202232 minSeason 1Ep. 135

Mind Change Monday #2: Three Crucial Decisions

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 Music by Tommy Walker You can sign up for my Substack letter here. (Note: There are options to sign up for free, or to become a paid subscriber in this link. The normal newsletter will always be free!) (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) Go to my websi...

Sep 12, 202227 minSeason 1Ep. 134

A Good Decision About Reading

There is a type of reading that's more than just quickly scanning the words. It's called lectio divina , and learning to read in this way will change your life. Scriptures Mentioned: Proverbs 15:23 Ezekiel chapters 2 and 3 Revelation chapter 10 Psalm 34 Isaiah chapters 31 and 38 Psalm 1 Books mentioned: Eat This Book by Eugene Peterson You Were Made for This Moment by Max Lucado The Jesus I Never Knew by Philip Yancey Deeper by Dane Ortlund Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy by Mark Vroegop My weekly newsl...

Sep 12, 202223 minSeason 1Ep. 133

Self-Brain Surgery Saturday #2: Thermometers and Thermostats

It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday! Today, we talk about how we're wired, the importance of changing our minds, and the difference between thermometers and thermostats. Scripture: Romans 12:2, II Corinthians 10:5 Music by Mercy Me Sign up for my Substack letter here. (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) Go to my website www.wleewarrenmd.com for more information about my letter, this show, my books, and more. John to Kn...

Sep 12, 202223 minSeason 1Ep. 132

Great Works

How do you know when you're being called to something great? A conversation about great, and small, works. Inspired by Jon Swanson and James Clear . Scripture: I John 4:1-3 Hebrews 12:1-2 Music by Tommy Walker Sign up for my Substack letter here. (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) Go to my website www.wleewarrenmd.com for more information about my letter, this show, my books, and more. John to Know, James to Grow b...

Sep 12, 202229 minSeason 1Ep. 131

Mind Change Monday #2: Three Crucial Changes (S5E100)

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 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 check...

Sep 12, 202229 minSeason 1Ep. 130

A Good Decision About Reading (S5E99)

There is a type of reading that's more than just quickly scanning the words. It's called lectio divina, and learning to read in this way will change your life. Scriptures Mentioned: Proverbs 15:23 Ezekiel chapters 2 and 3 Revelation chapter 10 Psalm 34 Isaiah chapters 31 and 38 Psalm 1 Books mentioned: Eat This Book by Eugene Peterson You Were Made for This Moment by Max Lucado The Jesus I Never Knew by Philip Yancey Deeper by Dane Ortlund Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy by Mark Vroegop My weekly newsle...

Sep 11, 202224 minSeason 1Ep. 129

30 Good Decisions: Hobson’s Choices

It's Throwback Thursday! In September, we're making 30 good decisions. One of them is to learn to settle Hobson's Choices. Life is a Series of Hobson's Choices Hobson's choice A Hobson's choice is a free choice in which only one thing is offered. Because a person may refuse to accept what is offered, the two options are taking it or taking nothing. In other words, one may "take it or leave it". Wikipedia There are some things you need to settle if you’re going to be happy. What are those for you...

Sep 10, 202234 minSeason 1Ep. 128

Self-Brain Surgery Saturday #2: Thermometers and Thermostats (S5E98)

It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday! Today, we talk about how we're wired, the importance of changing our minds, and the difference between thermometers and thermostats. Scripture: Romans 12:2, II Corinthians 10:5 Music by Mercy Me Sign up for my Substack letter here. (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) Go to my website www.wleewarrenmd.com for more information about my letter, this show, my books, and more. John to Kn...

Sep 10, 202225 minSeason 1Ep. 127

Great Works (S5E97)

How do you know when you're being called to something great? A conversation about great, and small, works. Inspired by Jon Swanson and James Clear . Scripture: I John 4:1-3 Hebrews 12:1-2 Music by Tommy Walker Sign up for my Substack letter here. (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) Go to my website www.wleewarrenmd.com for more information about my letter, this show, my books, and more. John to Know, James to Grow b...

Sep 09, 202230 minSeason 1Ep. 126

30 Good Decisions: Hobson’s Choices (S5E96)

It's Throwback Thursday! In September, we're making 30 good decisions. One of them is to learn to settle Hobson's Choices. Life is a Series of Hobson's Choices Hobson's choice A Hobson's choice is a free choice in which only one thing is offered. Because a person may refuse to accept what is offered, the two options are taking it or taking nothing. In other words, one may "take it or leave it". Wikipedia There are some things you need to settle if you’re going to be happy. What are those for you...

Sep 08, 202235 minSeason 1Ep. 125

Love Tomorrow More/Psalm 30

There are some incredible lessons to be learned from Psalm 30 Here's a quiet time around the idea of letting God make joy come in the morning, by being willing to feel the sorrow tonight. The secret? Love tomorrow more. Scripture: Psalm 30 Music by Matt Maher Go to my website www.wleewarrenmd.com for more information about my letter, this show, my books, and more. John to Know, James to Grow bible study This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access ...

Sep 07, 202221 minSeason 1Ep. 124
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