When Trouble Comes, You Fall to the Level of Your PreparationIf you're hurting, here's a classic episode to help you learn a new way to navigate suffering.That 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.(Replay: 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 inevitable "why" questions. This episode will help you get your head on straight when life hurts.Scripture: Job 23:8-9, Psalm 139, Psalm 121, Psalm 29, Psalm 143 (00:02) - Introduction on suffering and trauma(02:20) - Insights from Bible study on prehab and new insights(04:39) - Trusting in God's work in the midst of suffering(06:21) - Finding hope and purpose in the midst of suffering(10:36) - Preparing for suffering and having a good theology in place(11:48) - Finding Purpose in Suffering(13:26) - Theology of Suffering and Doubts about God's Love(16:59) - The Fallacy of a Perfect Environment for Happiness(19:56) - David's Cry for God's Presence in the Pit(21:34) - Psalm 139: God's Intimate Knowledge of David(22:01) - David's Assurance: God's Presence in Every Situation(24:12) - Filtering Thoughts: Is it True, Necessary, and Compassionate?(27:15) - Don't Harm Yourself: Purposeful Mindset Change and Good Theology(30:00) - Theology of suffering and the search for truth(32:20) - Changing our mindset about suffering and finding hope(39:39) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" Book

Dr. Joseph Maroon is a World-Renowned NeurosurgeonHe's also my mentor, friend, and the primary reason I became a neurosurgeon.Today, an incredible talk with one of the giants of my profession about legacy, hardship, mindset, faith, and more. You should read Dr. Maroon's excellent book, Square One:A Simple Guide To A Balanced Life.  Official Bio:Joe is clinical professor and vice-chairman of the Department of Neurological Surgery and the Heindl Scholar in Neuroscience at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He received his education at Georgetown and Oxford Universities, the University of Vermont, and Indiana University in Bloomington, where he is a distinguished alumnus. He has authored over 280 peer-reviewed scientific papers and six previous books, including Fish Oil: The Natural Anti-Inflammatory and The Longevity Factor: How Resveratrol and Red Wine Activate Genes for a Longer and Healthier Life. Joe is a sports medicine expert and has served as the team neurosurgeon for the Pittsburgh Steelers for over 20 years. He is also a member of the NFL Head, Neck and Spine Committee, and is the medical director for World Wrestling Entertainment. In the early 1990s, Joe co-developed the ImPACT concussion test, the only FDA-approved, worldwide standard tool to assess concussions. He is the senior vice president of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine; chairs the scientific advisory board of both Mylan and Stemedica; and is the scientific consultant for GNC. Joe is an inductee in both the National Fitness and the Lou Holtz Halls of Fame and remains a dedicated athlete, having completed eight Ironman triathlons-including five world championships in Kona, Hawaii-as well as over 70 other elite marathon and triathlon events. To learn more about Dr. Maroon, visit www.josephmaroon.comLeave 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 to Dr. Joe Maroon(08:24) - Visionary Microsurgery Techniques(12:25) - Reconnecting with Dr. Maroon(16:14) - Honoring the Opportunity to Train(21:46) - Importance of Faith and Gratitude(25:58) - Transformation Through Running and Triathlons(29:59) - The Power of Preparation(33:25) - The Influence of Early Connections(37:49) - Understanding the Frontal Lobes(40:46) - Benefiting from Past Innovations(42:18) - Building on the Legacy of Pioneers(46:32) - Navigating Major Adversity(49:09) - Mindful Awareness and Stress Management(53:31) - Gratitude and Mindset Shifts(56:47) - Changing Your Mind, Changing Your Life

It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday!Today, a look at the 7th commandment of Self-Brain Surgery: I must not perpetuate generational thought or behavioral issues in my family or start any new ones.The Ten Commandments of Self-Brain SurgeryI must relentlessly refuse to participate in my own demise.I must believe that feelings are not facts, they are chemical events in my brain.I must believe that most of my thoughts are untrue.I must believe that my brain is designed to heal (Ryker’s Regular Legs)I must love tomorrow more than I hate how I feel right now. (No Tomorrow Tax! Corollary: I must not treat bad feelings with bad operations.)I must stop making an operation out of everything.I must not perpetuate generational thought or behavioral issues in my family or start any new ones.I must love my brain and live in such a way as to protect and improve it.I must believe that what I’m doing I’m getting better at.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! (00:02) - Introduction(01:33) - The Power of Ten Commandments(03:10) - Understanding Epigenetics(07:23) - The Impact of Generational Thought and Behavior(11:10) - Ephesians 5 and Self-Brain Surgery(18:24) - The Physical Restoration of Epigenetics(21:59) - Breaking Generational Cycles(23:37) - Conclusion and Action Steps

It's Frontal Lobe Friday!Every Friday, we talk about how to get the different parts of your brain working in the way they're designed to take control of your thinking, change your mind, and change your life!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):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!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(00:12) - Announcements and Book Winners(01:25) - Back in Time(03:13) - Upcoming Podcast Guests(03:48) - Explanation of Frontal Lobe Friday(04:37) - Self-Brain Surgery School(05:06) - New Season Intro(05:42) - Frontal Lobe Friday Explained(08:41) - The Role of Executives in a Company(10:59) - Wisdom from T.D. Jakes(11:06) - Seeking God's Voice(15:42) - The Power of Decision-Making(18:04) - Breaking Generational Cycles(20:17) - Be Patient and Kind to Yourself(22:06) - Empowering Your Future(23:08) - Conclusion

Is Self-Brain Surgery "Real Surgery"?This episode answers that question!Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!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!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):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!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(01:42) - The Reality of Self-Brain Surgery(05:22) - The Evolution of Neuroscience Beliefs(08:09) - Challenging the Reductionist Worldview(10:42) - Tugging on Threads of Scientific Discoveries(13:58) - The Purpose of the Podcast(16:02) - Taking Every Thought Captive(18:17) - Finding Hope in Suffering(19:42) - The Surprising Arrival of Mastery(20:48) - Becoming Healthier, Feeling Better, Being Happier

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 regulation capacity by over 20%?Join me for a deep dive into the wonder of microtubules, and learn how to actively shape your brain to become more resilient, healthier, feel better, and be happier.Scripture: Ephesians 4, Deuteronomy 6, Psalm 46:10, John 15:2Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!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!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):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!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(03:06) - Understanding the Universe and Phenomena(08:25) - The Dynamic Nature of Microtubules(10:38) - The Impact of Meditation on Brain Changes(16:14) - Taking Control: Self-Brain Surgery(17:53) - Passive Conformity or Active Transformation?(19:18) - Changing Your Mind, Changing Your Life

What Can We Learn About the Meaning of Life from a Homicide Detective?Today's special guest is J. Warner Wallace, bestselling author of Cold Case Christianity and several other books, and one of America's leading cold case detectives. Jim's new book is The Truth in True Crime: What Investigating Death Teaches Us About the Meaning of Life. and it's amazing. Order before May 7, 2024 and receive some great bonuses! J. Warner Wallace is a Dateline-featured homicide detective, popular national speaker, and best-selling author. Relying on over two decades of investigative experience, Wallace provides the tools needed to investigate the claims of Christianity and make a convincing case for the truth of the Christian worldview. (Official bio)From Jim's Website: CRIME STORIES, LIFE LESSONS, AND THE TRUTH OF THE BIBLE!For decades, cold-case homicide detective J. Warner Wallace investigated the causes behind deaths and murders, chasing one lead after another for months as he attempted to solve the case. In The Truth in True Crime, Wallace explores the clues lying behind our human nature as he uncovers fifteen life-truths gleaned from both contemporary murder investigations and ancient Biblical wisdom.Explore fifteen life-truths gleaned from both contemporary murder investigations and ancient biblical wisdom."Every murder investigation teaches two lessons: a death lesson and a life lesson."For decades, cold-case homicide detective J. Warner Wallace investigated the causes behind deaths and murders, chasing one lead after another as he attempted to solve the case. Several of these cases remain open, unsolved mysteries. . .But even those that haven't yet revealed the identity of the killer do expose the truths of human nature: what's important to us, what threatens our well-being, and what causes us to flourish.Join Wallace as he investigates life lessons he learned as a detective, so that you can:Better understand your own identity and the identity of your Creator.Rethink the nature of death so you can live a better life.Uncover life-truths gleaned from both contemporary murder investigations and ancient biblical wisdom.Discover profound attributes of human beings that will guide you down the path of true self-discovery. Each chapter introduces you to an investigation of a death as Wallace and his partner Rick chase down leads and along the way learn guiding principles to help you thrive and flourish as a human being created in the image of God.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):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!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(03:46) - Welcoming Back with Excitement(09:25) - Starting the Conversation with J. Warner Wallace(21:17) - Exploring Identity with Jim(25:04) - The Vulnerability of Outside-in Identity(26:28) - Embracing a Stable Identity(27:33) - Identity in Christ vs. Worldly Pride(30:14) - Overcoming Trauma(35:20) - Post-Traumatic Stress and Hope(38:02) - Impact of the Book(41:07) - Embracing the Gospel for Flourishing

It's Mind Change Monday!We're continuing to learn a new way to pray and learn to use our minds to change our brains, and help us seek the abundance and peace Jesus promised us in John 10:10!Quantum physics gives us two principles of how constantly looking at a situation can keep it stuck in that state, and the same is true in our lives. Learning to shift our viewpoint, relax, and trust God's promises can help us change our minds and begin to move forward.Today, we take another look the ABIDE practice, take it one level deeper, and learn a self-brain surgery operation that will help us become healthier, feel better, and be happier in any area of our lives. Neuroscience and faith smash together hard in this one!Remember the ABIDE prayer/meditation practice:Level I (Hearing):ApproachBreatheInviteDependExperienceLevel II (Self-Brain Surgery Practice):AssessBelieveIncisionDeepenExpectSPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: The Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast is now live everywhere! Please consider listening and subscribing by clicking one of the links below!Spiritual Brain Surgery on AppleSpiritual Brain Surgery on SpotifySpiritual Brain Surgery on AmazonLeave 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):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!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) - Mind Change Monday Introduction(01:22) - Exploring Quantum Physics(02:51) - Self-Brain Surgery School Kickoff(11:11) - Focus in Prayer(17:05) - Moving from Contemplation to Action(19:22) - Quantum Physics Principles(27:32) - Generational Traumas and Inheritance(31:42) - Transitioning to a Relaxed Brain State

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 was the last episode of season 9, re-releasing today to get you ready for a week of learning about the mind-brain problem and its surprising solution. This week is full of hope, meaning, and purpose!Book mentioned: Am I Just My Brain? by Sharon Dirckx, Ph.D. 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) - Introducing the self-brain surgery Saturday and the big questions(04:10) - Sharon Derricks joins to discuss mind-brain conundrum and faith(08:39) - Introduction to Dr. Sharon Diericks and her background(20:17) - The Mind-Brain Debate: Neurons vs. Consciousness(22:10) - Qualia: Evidence for the Mind-Brain Distinction(22:17) - The Limitations of Physical Descriptions and Qualia(24:27) - Different Views on the Mind-Brain Relationship and Their Challenges(27:57) - The Expanding Insights into the Mind of God(30:43) - Slipping into Scientism and the Religion of Science(32:58) - God as a Thinker: Why Can We Think?(42:54) - The Power of Mind and Epigenetics(46:09) - Introduction and Book Announcement

Learning to Biopsy Our Thoughts is a Key to HealingBut sometimes, we biopsy those negative thoughts, and they turn out to be true. What then? Today’s dose of hope is learning what to do when your trauma, tragedy, or other massive thing has filled your head and heart with harmful thoughts, especially when the harmful thought is based on something true. Scripture: II Corinthians 10:5Leave 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! (00:06) - Introduction to Self-Brain Surgery Saturday(04:23) - Extending Pre-Order Bonuses(05:38) - Taking Control of Negative Thoughts(09:47) - Importance of Thought Biopsies(16:23) - Dealing with True Thoughts: Sadness(19:51) - Escaping the Pit of Despair(23:27) - The Power of Scars and Stories(26:13) - Holding onto Hope: Overcoming Wounds

Is Multitasking Good For Us? Is it Even Possible?It's Frontal Lobe Friday, and today we're taking a look at the science behind multitasking, and some surprising facts that may just change your mind.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) - Introduction(00:09) - Frontal Lobe Friday(01:06) - The Myth of Multitasking(09:07) - Multitasking and Distractibility(12:58) - Mistakes and Harm from Multitasking(15:26) - Strategies for Dealing with Multitasking(21:38) - Spiritual Perspective on Multitasking(23:25) - Conclusion

Trauma, Tragedy, and Other Massive Things Impact Our Brains and Can Sink Our HopeHere's a one-hour talk with my friend Max Lucado about how we can re-engage our faith, get our brains unstuck, and find hope again.Full-length video available from Baker Book House here.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) - Introduction(00:56) - New Listeners Introduction(02:20) - Interview with Max Lucado(05:47) - Evening Event in Grand Rapids(09:04) - Opening Prayer(12:53) - Gratitude and Reflections(16:28) - Conversation on Trauma and Hope(19:01) - Finding Light in Dark Times(21:03) - Witnessing Brain Research(25:37) - Managing Thoughts and Feelings(29:42) - Thought Transplantation(32:08) - Brain Imaging Research(32:54) - Stuck in Neutral(33:07) - Moving Forward(33:32) - Finding Hope(40:14) - Hope vs. Optimism(43:01) - Purpose in Suffering(54:37) - Dealing with Guilt(57:37) - Coping with Loss(01:00:17) - New Book Announcement(01:02:03) - Closing Prayer

When did Noah build the arc?Before it started raining.Look, storms happen in life. Hard times come, but when things get hard, strong people get busy. And when great opportunities come, we need to be ready. Let’s pick up the hammer and start building that ark. Because the rain is coming. Because something great is coming, and we need to be ready. Something hard is coming, and we need to get our feet on more solid ground, even if we have to build a boat to get there.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(00:33) - Importance of Building the Boat(01:51) - Reflecting on Building the Boat Concept(02:34) - Building the Boat: Preparation in the Heart(05:02) - Scrambling to Find Answers(08:34) - Resetting the Clocks: Starting Over(09:25) - Importance of Building Boats: Preparing for Hard and Good Times(11:34) - Being Prepared for Life's Storms(17:28) - Being Ready for Opportunities(19:06) - Taking a Mulligan: Starting Over(23:23) - Failing Differently Next Time(24:42) - Bible Study: Thing That Will Help(28:27) - Listening to Our Hearts: You Start Today Moment

We plan for almost everything, but most of us do not have a plan for what to do when life gets hard.Today, I'll give you some tools to put on your emotional crash cart to use when you face trauma, tragedy, or any massive thing.Scripture: Psalm 19Book mentioned: Never Split the Difference by Chris VossMusic 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) - Introduction(03:07) - Emergency Response in the Hospital(09:36) - Importance of Preparation for Emergencies(19:16) - Finding Truth and Hope in Scripture(23:39) - Music and Words for Emotional Emergencies(29:44) - Conclusion and Book Promotion

Tara-Leigh Cobble Changed Her Mind About GodIt's Mind-Change Monday, and today's guest is the host of The Bible Recap Podcast. Tara-Leigh Cobble helps millions of people read, understand, and love the Word of God every day. But before she could do that, she had to change her mind. This is a perfect conversation for self-brain surgeons, because you can't change your life until you change your mind, and learning to love God's word is the first step to getting that done.Check out The Bible Recap website!Tara-Leigh is also a sought-after public speaker and teacher. She also founded D-Group International, which exists to help people READ, UNDERSTAND, and LOVE the Bible, as they encounter God in a way that transforms their entire lives. Follow Tara-Leigh on Instagram to learn more!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) - Introduction(03:06) - Meeting Tara Lee Cobble(16:17) - The Birth of The Bible Recap(27:22) - Building the Boat Before the Storm(31:01) - Future of The Bible Recap(34:03) - Misconceptions About Jesus(37:51) - Finding God's Character in Scripture(38:15) - Mind Change Journey(38:32) - Conclusion

It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday!Today, a reminder that gratitude overwhelms overwhelm. Check out this incredible post from Ann Voskamp!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) - Self-Brain Surgery Saturday(00:07) - Operation Gratitude Overwhelms Overwhelm(02:03) - Finding Gratitude in Hardship(05:17) - Overcoming Overwhelm with Gratitude(08:58) - Shift in Perspective: Neuroscience and Gratitude(12:21) - Choosing Gratitude as a Compass(15:29) - Changing Your Mind to Change Your Life

It's Frontal Lobe Friday!Today, a quick thought on the difference between viewing the world from the left side of your brain versus the right, and the better path of integrating the two. 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) - Reunion Excitement(03:04) - The Power of Perspective(09:24) - Left Brain vs. Right Brain(11:19) - The Balance of Life(14:48) - Expanding Perspectives

It's Theology Thursday!Today, a mind transplant we can learn from the Old Testament prophet Habakkuk to help you change your mind and change your life. Learning to transplant THOUGH and YET for the thought cancers IF and WHEN, will help you have faith and joy no matter what you're going through. Part Two is six more things we can learn from Habakkuk, and it is available now on The Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast. 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: Spiritual Brain Surgery with Dr. Lee Warren(03:37) - Addressing Current Issues: Politics, Division, and Faith(07:31) - Understanding the Bible: Prescriptive vs. Descriptive(10:16) - Habakkuk: A Prophet's Cry to God(14:29) - Self-Brain Surgery Techniques from Habakkuk(23:34) - Choosing Joy: Lessons from Habakkuk(32:30) - Mind Transplant: From "If" to "Though"(34:26) - Hope in Action: The Path to Change

Here's a Brand-New Self-Brain Surgery Operation for You: The Mind Transplant!For Wildcard Wednesday, our most ambitious operation yet: we're going to change our minds, literally!Scripture: Psalm 37:4, Philippians 4, I Corinthians 2:16, II Corinthians 10:5, Isaiah 30:15Leave 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 to Wild Card Wednesday(02:03) - Exploring Philippians Chapter Four(05:56) - Gratitude and Benefits of Following God(20:53) - Commandment of No Self-Malpractice(22:31) - Seeking the Peace of Christ(24:35) - Power of Directed Attention(26:53) - Handling Automatic Negative Thoughts(29:14) - Test of Truth, Necessity, and Compassion

What do you do when God seems far away? How do we learn to hear God? How do we pray when life hurts?These are BIG questions! It's Mind Change Monday, and today's guest is Pete Greig.  Pete's official bio and links:Pete Greig is the Senior Pastor of Emmaus Rd church, and the bewildered founder of 24-7 Prayer, an international, inter-denominational movement of prayer, mission and justice operating in more than 100 countries. Pete’s books, which are available in various languages and formats, have won the following awards: + ‘Dirty Glory’ - UK Christian Book of the year + ‘How to Pray’ - short-listed for the ECPA Christian Book of the Year® Award, 2021 + ‘How to Hear God’ - Best Christian Life Book, 2022, Winner, Resources of the Year, 2023 in the Spiritual Growth category. + ‘God on Mute’ has been described as ‘a Christian classic’ by the Archbishop of Canterbury. Pete’s free, online resources include The Prayer Course - downloaded more than three million times, The Lectio Course, and Lectio365 - a daily devotional with more than 225,000 regular users.He and his wife Sammy are members of The Order of the Mustard Seed (OMS). They split their time between a barge on the River Wey near Guildford, England, and a cliff top retreat on the Isle of Wight where they host and mentor leaders from around the world. Pete is an Ambassador for the NGO Tearfund, a visiting lecturer for St Mellitus Theological College and one of the founding conveners of the Wildfires festival. 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(05:56) - Scheduling Struggles(07:07) - Pre-Interview Prayer(09:50) - Discovering Pete Gregg(14:33) - The Mystery of Holy Saturday(17:26) - God's Will on Earth(18:55) - Navigating Dark Times(23:09) - Teaching How to Pray(26:04) - The PRAY Model(28:25) - Experiencing God's Presence(29:50) - Yielding in Prayer(30:41) - Prayer Life Evolution(32:26) - Deepening Prayer Practices(53:34) - Finding Hope in Grief(58:11) - Comfort in God's Presence