

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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Jan 8, 2024 • 26min
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 10:13Isaiah 44:22Isaiah 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 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 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) - Mind Change Monday Introduction
(01:07) - Are You Ready to Change Your Life?
(01:57) - False Teaching: God Won't Give You More Than You Can Handle
(04:06) - God's Promise: Opportunity to Escape Temptation
(06:10) - Some Things You Can't Handle Alone
(10:58) - The Struggles and Redemption of Life
(12:33) - Finding Comfort in God's Knowledge of the Future
(24:42) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" - Recovery Plan

Jan 6, 2024 • 29min
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 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 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) - Introducing Self-Brain Surgery Saturday
(01:56) - Lawrence Bragg: The Youngest Nobel Prize Winner in Physics
(04:48) - Bragg's Insight: Changing Environment Leads to Nobel Prize
(08:30) - Changing Your Environment for Personal Growth
(09:41) - Stuck in the Same Perspective
(11:30) - The Power of Changing How You Think
(15:11) - The Power of Fear and Dread
(17:10) - Having a Plan to Overcome Fear and Dread
(27:14) - Introduction and Book Promotion

Jan 5, 2024 • 19min
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 subscribe.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!
(00:08) - It's Frontal Lobe Friday: Introduction to the topic
(00:53) - Smashing Brain Science and Scripture Together for a Better Life
(01:17) - Changing Your Life through Mindset and Faith
(02:00) - Exploring the Relationship Between Brain Control and Spiritual Practice
(03:43) - The Abstract: Prayer and Self-Control over Brain Activity
(05:24) - Low Frequency of Prayer and Brain Activity Relationship
(06:12) - Different Brain Volumes and Neurofeedback Performance Between Prayer Groups
(07:18) - Connection Between Prayer and Orbital Frontal Cortex in OCD
(14:38) - The Complexity of Human Origins and Quantum Physics
(15:49) - The Power of Prayer and Connecting with the Spirit
(16:54) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book
(17:38) - Sign up for the "Self-Brain Surgery" newsletter and transform your life

Jan 4, 2024 • 27min
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 your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.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) - Exploring the Orbital Frontal Cortex for Spiritual Practice
(01:12) - Preparing for Trauma and Tragedy with a Treatment Plan
(02:34) - Self-Brain Surgery School: Changing Your Mind for Real Hope
(03:06) - The Role of God in Personal Transformation
(04:09) - Statement of Faith: Glorifying God and Enjoying Him Forever
(06:15) - The Effectiveness of Self-Help Industry without Spiritual Context
(07:27) - The Middle Road: Deeper Understanding of Brain and Mental Health
(09:12) - Magic Precedes Science: Understanding Phenomena and the Why
(11:02) - Understanding the How vs. the Why: Replicating Phenomena
(12:26) - General Grace: God's Provision for All, Regardless of Beliefs
(15:25) - The importance of seeking God and finding Him in life
(19:17) - The significance of rejoicing, praying, and giving thanks to God
(22:20) - Living differently from the Gentiles
(24:19) - Neuroscience and the secret to becoming infinitely happier
(25:19) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" Treatment Plan

Jan 3, 2024 • 19min
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 protect your brain with Pique!We have a YouTube Channel! Click here to subscribe.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!
(00:16) - Wild Card Wednesday: Addressing How to Make Real Changes
(01:10) - Understanding the Struggle: Feeling Impossible to Change
(02:33) - Self-Brain Surgery School: Are You Ready to Change Your Life?
(03:21) - Living in a Place That's Not Good and Acceptable
(04:09) - Choosing to Believe God's Words Over Negative Thoughts
(05:21) - Transforming Your Mind by Rejecting Negative Mindsets
(11:51) - God's Work in You According to Philippians 2:13
(12:51) - Overcoming Anxiety through Prayer and Thankfulness
(14:30) - Choosing Thoughts that Bring Peace and Freedom from Anxiety
(17:04) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book and podcast sponsorship

Jan 2, 2024 • 27min
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, and be happier. Scripture: Psalm 23, Psalm 34:4, Isaiah 22:22You 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 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 to Self-Brain Surgery School
(01:12) - Operation: Putting Fear in a Cage
(02:36) - Five ways to support the podcast and its mission
(03:58) - Becoming a paid subscriber and supporting the podcast financially
(11:12) - Operation: Self-Brain Surgery for Relaxation and Resilience
(12:16) - Praying Without Ceasing and Giving Thanks
(13:30) - Switching from Beta to Alpha for a Relaxed State
(17:42) - Using a Faraday bag to manage anxious thoughts
(20:33) - Finding relaxation by entrusting worries to God
(24:47) - Introduction and Book Promotion

Jan 1, 2024 • 19min
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 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) - Welcome to Mind Change Monday, January 1st, 2024
(01:37) - Introduction and Gratitude for Listeners
(03:15) - The Impact of Thoughts on Brain Structure and Neurotransmitter Production
(10:14) - Seeking Favor and Change for a New Year
(11:14) - Embracing the New and Leaving the Past Behind
(12:11) - Training in Truth and Walking in Freedom
(17:10) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose"

Dec 31, 2023 • 50min
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 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 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) - Setting the Stage for a Fresh Start
(02:13) - Changing Lives through Self-Brain Surgery School
(03:00) - Introduction and Shout-outs
(05:03) - Grateful for Book Requests and Sharing an Email from Vicki
(07:47) - Connecting through struggles and collective prayer
(17:34) - Emotional Freedom Techniques and Stress Biochemistry Research
(27:27) - Managing Stress and Anxiety for Better Health Outcomes
(28:56) - Time as a Nonlinear Concept in Quantum Physics
(37:37) - The Challenges of War and Survival
(48:34) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" - Recovery Plan

Dec 30, 2023 • 50min
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 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 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!
(00:01) - Investigating the Question: Is God Real?
(02:56) - Introduction and Prayer for the Podcast
(05:15) - Investigating the Evidence for Christianity and Conversion
(08:07) - Motivation behind Writing "Is God Real?"
(10:20) - Running a Half Marathon and Reflecting on Suffering
(13:00) - The fine-tuning of the universe points to a supernatural creator.
(17:31) - Information in cells implies an intelligent creator.
(20:34) - Jesus appearing in dreams in the Middle East
(27:26) - Confirmation of God's existence and the Christian God
(35:38) - Comforting Others in Times of Suffering
(39:11) - Addressing the Process of Deconstructing Faith
(40:15) - Motivations for Deconstructing Faith
(43:11) - Praying the Skeptic's Prayer
(47:51) - Enter to Win: Send Your Mailing Address and Zip Code
(48:31) - Introduction and Book Promotion

Dec 29, 2023 • 36min
Do We Observe, or Create Our Reality? (Self-Brain Surgery Saturday)
Explore the transformative power of 'new thing November' combining neuroscience and faith. Learn about the influence of observation on reality and how it shapes our thoughts and experiences. Discover the connection between quantum physics, technology, and personal transformation. Embrace change and hope with biblical guidance to overcome trauma and tragedy.


