

The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast
Dr. Lee Warren
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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Mar 27, 2024 • 12min
Small Beginnings (Wildcard Wednesday)
Frustrated? Stuck? Feel Like God Expects You to be More Squared Away?(Replay for Wildcard Wednesday)Here are some thoughts about how God rejoices when we start today. Music by Patty Loveless(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 )Scripture: Zechariah 4:10Book Mentioned: A Great Work by Jon SwansonLeave a voicemail with your question or comment!Five Ways You Can Support this show:
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Improve your gut health, 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!
(00:02) - Introducing the idea of self-brain surgery and Wild Card Wednesday
(01:36) - The suffering substitution operation for healing and moving forward
(02:02) - Embracing small beginnings and starting anew
(02:33) - The power of getting started and pursuing God's plan
(03:20) - Changing your life by changing your mind and finding hope
(03:57) - Self Brain Surgery School: Where transformation begins
(04:09) - Finding Encouragement in Small Beginnings
(06:42) - God's Delight in Small Beginnings
(09:52) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book
(10:25) - Prayer Wall and Newsletter Sign-up

Mar 23, 2024 • 32min
The Blame Ablation (The Fourth Commandment of Self-Brain Surgery)
Explore the innovative concept of 'blame ablation' for personal growth and healing. Learn about the importance of taking responsibility for personal growth and the neuroscience behind blame. Embrace challenges for resilience and growth, and discover the healing power of the brain for holistic well-being. Shift from blaming external factors to actively engaging in the brain's healing process for a healthier and happier life.

Mar 22, 2024 • 35min
Attention and Perspective: This is War (Frontal Lobe Friday)
It's Frontal Lobe Friday!A few thoughts on attention, perspective, and how to navigate the difficulties in life without missing the beauty all around us.Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!Five Ways You Can Support this show:
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Improve your gut health, 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
(01:35) - Reflection on the Week
(02:53) - Preparation for Brain Surgery
(03:00) - Understanding the Frontal Lobe
(03:21) - Listener Email Insights
(04:45) - The Constant Battle for Attention
(06:52) - Attention vs. Perspective
(07:23) - Exegesis vs. Eisegesis
(12:54) - The Purpose of Two Brain Hemispheres
(15:16) - The Impact of Attention on Perception
(17:49) - Embracing Life as a Spiritual War
(20:01) - The Ongoing Battle for Attention
(24:41) - The Operate Phase of Abide
(26:40) - Beginning the Recovery Phase
(31:10) - Decision to Move Forward
(32:32) - Balancing Left and Right Brain Functions
(33:04) - Embracing Life's Challenges
(33:28) - Conclusion and Book Promotion

Mar 21, 2024 • 37min
What Passes for Hope
When Life Brings Your Massive Thing, You Only Have Two ChoicesThis episode was inspired by a letter I received from a listener. We talk about suffering and hope, and it will help you.Scripture: Isaiah 48:10, II Corinthians 1Books: Too Soon Old, Too Late Smart by Gordon Livingston and The Grieving Brain by Mary-Frances O'Connor(Bonus classic episode for Throwback Thursday)Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!Five Ways You Can Support this show:
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Improve your gut health, 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
(03:18) - Acts of Kindness
(04:24) - Impactful Mail
(09:08) - Overcoming Tragedy
(22:18) - Choosing Resilience
(28:19) - Sharing the Load
(29:13) - Comfort in Troubles
(32:31) - Changing Your Mind
(33:54) - Walking Through Grief

Mar 20, 2024 • 22min
Getting the Recipe Right
A Listener Asked a Question: "Do Thoughts Have Mass?"The answer requires some philosophy, some science, and some faith! Today, we'll smash them together like ingredients in a recipe, and see what we can cook up. This episode will help you process the things you go through with the right perspective, using the ABIDE meditation method. Scripture: Isaiah 30:25, Ephesians 4Leave 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!)
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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, 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!
(00:02) - Introduction to Self-Brain Surgery
(01:17) - Exploring the Question of Thoughts
(02:33) - Analyzing Thoughts and Ingredients
(05:15) - Are Thoughts Just Chemical Signals?
(11:38) - The Impact of Faulty Thinking
(15:30) - Operating on Brain Under Mind's Influence
(19:09) - Understanding the Weight of Thoughts

Mar 18, 2024 • 32min
Resilience
It's Mind Change Monday!Lisa and I will be at the First Presbyterian Church in Bonita Springs, Florida tonight! Come by if you're in the area, and we can sign a book and say hello The event starts at 5:30 PM Eastern. You can also watch it live by clicking this link!Today, a plan for what to do when life thrown The Massive Thing at you. (Throwback travel episode)Here's how to develop a plan so that you're more resilient to life's troubles, starting today.Scripture: Ephesians 4, Philippians 4:6-8, Romans 12:2Click 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!PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!Music by Tommy Walker(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 )Check out my article on Psychology Today!This is a great conversation about self-brain surgery with Susie Larson.
(00:01) - Introduction
(18:58) - Harnessing Neuroplasticity
(24:05) - Mastering Self-Brain Surgery

Mar 17, 2024 • 23min
Once You Know (Spiritual Brain Surgery)
Ignorance is Bliss, Right? WRONG!Today, we talk about what happens once you know that you can change your mind. It’s about the difference between self-care and self-malpractice.Scripture: James 4:17, Psalm 34:8Music 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!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, 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!
(00:02) - Spiritual Brain Surgery
(02:13) - Insight into Self-Improvement
(04:49) - Perils of Ignorance Vs. Choice
(05:58) - Trust Transfer Operation
(06:35) - The Self-Brain Surgery Concept
(08:12) - Defining Sin and Virtue
(10:40) - Rewiring Your Brain
(12:00) - Exercise Self-Control
(15:18) - Avoiding Self-Malpractice
(16:07) - Dangers of Emotional Influence
(21:05) - Embracing Change Together

Mar 16, 2024 • 28min
Thoughts Are Not Always True (The Third Commandment of Self-Brain Surgery)
Exploring the impact of automatic thoughts and the value of discerning their accuracy for mental wellness. Transforming life through faith and science by changing mindset and embracing new perspectives. Scrutinizing thoughts before reacting and discarding untrue thoughts for positive mental health. Navigating thoughts for peace and productivity, managing stress and anxiety effectively. Understanding the healing power of thoughts for a happier and healthier life.

Mar 15, 2024 • 32min
Feelings Are Not Facts (The Second Commandment of Self-Brain Surgery)
It's Frontal Lobe Friday!Today, the second in a series of looking at each of the Ten Commandments of Self-Brain Surgery in more detail. The second commandment is, "I must recognize that feelings are not facts, they are chemical events in my brain."Also, learning to articulate what's really going on so we can begin to get after healing it is a crucial step in becoming great self-brain surgeons!Scripture: II Cor. 10:5, Romans 12:2 The Ten Commandments of Self-Brain Surgery (Updated 3/8/2024; corollaries coming soon)1. I must relentlessly refuse to participate in my own demise. 2. I must recognize that feelings are not facts, they are chemical events in my brain. 3. I must recognize that most of my thoughts are untrue. 4. I must love tomorrow more than I hate how I feel right now. 5. I must not treat bad feelings with bad operations. 6. I must stop making an operation out of everything. 7. I must not perpetuate generational thought or behavioral issues in my family or start any new ones. 8. I must love my brain and live in such a way as to improve it. 9. I must believe that what I’m doing I’m getting better at. 10. I must understand that thoughts become things. 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, 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
(02:08) - Medical School Interviews
(14:14) - Understanding Feelings
(25:47) - Imposter Syndrome
(29:03) - Formulating the Chief Complaint

Mar 14, 2024 • 31min
Bruised (Theology Thursday)
Sometimes Life Can Make Us Feel Overwhelmed, Damaged, or ExhaustedIf that's you, here's a some help through the power of learning to abide in God's presence, and some surprising ideas from scripture and science about learning to heal and hear.Scripture: Isaiah 30, Matthew 12:20Please listen to, subscribe to, and share the Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast! All episodes are available here!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, 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 to Self-Brain Surgery
(01:40) - Misconceptions about God's Expectations
(04:06) - Testimony of Healing and Transformation
(08:09) - Beginning of Spiritual Brain Surgery Session
(08:39) - Starting a Bible Study and Prayer Session
(09:33) - Importance of Abide Practice
(20:10) - Assurance of God's Compassion and Grace


