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The Self-Brain Surgery™ Podcast with Dr. Lee Warren

Dr. Lee Warrenwleewarrenmd.com
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.

Episodes

Taking the "Self" Out of Self-Brain Surgery

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 renew...

Jan 16, 202426 minSeason 9Ep. 15

Treadmills, Prisons, and Finding Hope When You're Stuck

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 podc...

Jan 15, 202425 minSeason 9Ep. 12

Software Update for Your Brain

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...

Jan 14, 202427 minSeason 9Ep. 3

Am I Just My Brain? with Dr. Sharon Dirckx

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 podc...

Jan 13, 202449 minSeason 9Ep. 100

A Massive Amount of Hope (Frontal Lobe Friday)

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 spec...

Jan 12, 202438 minSeason 9Ep. 99

Creation Story (Theology Thursday)

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 o...

Jan 11, 202422 minSeason 9Ep. 98

The Gardener in Your Brain

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 regul...

Jan 10, 202424 minSeason 8Ep. 97

Prehab Your Suffering and Land on Your Feet

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 inevita...

Jan 09, 202442 minSeason 9Ep. 97

Mind Change Monday: Three Life-Changing 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(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 y...

Jan 08, 202427 minSeason 9Ep. 96

Solving Problems By Changing Your Perspective (Self-Brain Surgery Saturday)

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 mor...

Jan 06, 202430 minSeason 9Ep. 95

How Prayer Affects Your Brain, Part 1 (Frontal Lobe Friday)

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...

Jan 05, 202420 minSeason 9Ep. 94

The How and the Why of Mind Change (Theology Thursday)

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...

Jan 04, 202428 minSeason 9Ep. 93

You Can Change Your Mind

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 protec...

Jan 03, 202420 minSeason 9Ep. 92

An Operation for Fear and Restlessness

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, an...

Jan 02, 202428 minSeason 9Ep. 91

New Year, New Brain

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...

Jan 01, 202420 minSeason 9Ep. 90

Final Prescription for 2023

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 checkou...

Dec 31, 202351 minSeason 9Ep. 89

Is God Real? with Lee Strobel

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 ...

Dec 30, 202351 minSeason 9Ep. 88

Do We Observe, or Create Our Reality? (Self-Brain Surgery Saturday)

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 yo...

Dec 29, 202337 minSeason 9Ep. 28

Waiting for the Other Shoe to Drop (Frontal Lobe Friday)

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:...

Dec 29, 202344 minSeason 9Ep. 87

The Brain You Have, The Brain You Want

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 I...

Dec 28, 202336 minSeason 9Ep. 86

Making the Hard Decisions (so they're not made for you)

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 ...

Dec 27, 202335 minSeason 9Ep. 85

The Gift of Self-Respect (Self-Brain Surgery Saturday)

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 ...

Dec 23, 202331 minSeason 9Ep. 83

Fully Alive, with Susie Larson

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 boo...

Dec 22, 202345 minSeason 9Ep. 82

Closer than Your Next Breath, with Susie Larson

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 wil...

Dec 21, 202347 minSeason 9Ep. 81

Ten Books I Loved in 2023, Part 2

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 Hypo...

Dec 20, 202349 minSeason 9Ep. 80

Who Is Tata? (Tuesdays with Tata)

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 i...

Dec 19, 202321 minSeason 9Ep. 79

Ten Books I Loved in 2023, Part I

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 Pra...

Dec 18, 202343 minSeason 9Ep. 78

Giving Up to Get Up

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 ...

Dec 17, 202335 minSeason 7Ep. 39

Prepare to Succeed (Self-Brain Surgery Saturday)

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...

Dec 16, 202335 minSeason 9Ep. 77

Swing That Sword (Frontal Lobe Friday)

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 check...

Dec 15, 202329 minSeason 9Ep. 76