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When You Don't Know What to Do (Self-Brain Surgery Saturday) Feb 10, 2024

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It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday!

Sometimes the wound is so fresh or so persistent that you don't have the energy or mental capability to even try to change your mind. You're overwhelmed and it's all just too fresh and heavy, and it doesn't feel possible to do anything but hurt.

If you're there, it's okay. Here's one little tool that will help you hold on until you heal enough to start seeing the light again, and the hope that is found in patience and waiting.

Here's what to do when you don't know what to do.

Remember the ABIDE prayer/meditation practice:
Level I (Hearing):
Approach
Breathe
Invite
Depend
Experience

Level II (Self-Brain Surgery Practice):
Assess
Believe
Incision
Deepen
Expect

Scripture: Psalm 34:18

Music by Tommy Walker
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(00:02) - Giving Permission to Not Know What to Do
(01:22) - Embracing the Unknown and Changing Our Perspective
(02:31) - The difficult moments in life and not knowing what to do.
(03:41) - Dealing with loss, grief, and uncertainty.
(06:00) - The importance of finding gratitude in the midst of darkness.
(11:28) - Embracing Resilience and Determination
(12:37) - Permission to Not Know What to Do
(19:42) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book and podcast

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Pay Attention to the Tears (Frontal Lobe Friday) Feb 09, 2024

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It's Frontal Lobe Friday!

A few final thoughts (for now) about suffering, self-directed neuroplasticity, epigenetics, and telling ourselves better (and truer) stories).
(Be sure to check out part 1 of this talk, on the Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast earlier from yesterday!)

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(00:02) - Introducing Frontal Lobe Friday and Epigenetics
(00:41) - Using Selective Attention and Neuroplasticity to Change Our Lives
(01:31) - Welcome to Self-Brain Surgery School, Let's Begin
(02:03) - Paying Attention to Tears and Emotions
(02:44) - Feelings are Important, but not Always True
(06:38) - The Impact of Generational Trauma and Epigenetics
(07:20) - Stimulating Neuronal Activation and Growth for Brain Rewiring
(09:21) - Overcoming Suffering and Wiring Our Brain for Resilience
(10:00) - You Can Change Your Brain and Rewrite Your Story
(11:18) - Contemplation to Action: Becoming Self-Brain Surgeons
(12:18) - Expecting a Good Outcome: Applying Techniques and Prayer
(13:17) - Changing Our Minds, Changing Our Lives
(14:12) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" - Recovering from Trauma

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The Neurobiology of Suffering (Part 2 for Theology Thursday) Feb 08, 2024

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What Happens in Our Brains and Bodies When We Suffer?

(Be sure to check out part 1 of this talk, on the Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast earlier today!)

A look at the neurobiology of suffering, and where to find hope again when life hurts.

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(00:02) - Introduction to Part Two of Self-Brain Surgery
(01:47) - The Intersection of Neuroscience, Faith, and Life Transformation
(02:35) - Introduction: The Neurobiology of Suffering
(04:09) - Balancing Suffering and Abundance in Life
(11:24) - The perception of pain and its value in life
(15:16) - Neuroplasticity and the development of chronic pain syndrome
(20:16) - Neuroplasticity and the development of hyperalgesia
(29:55) - Deceptive Thoughts: The Truth and Relabeling
(31:36) - Reframing Pain for Personal Growth
(33:15) - Using Neuroplasticity for Personal Transformation
(34:46) - Hope is the First Dose: Recovering from Trauma and Tragedy

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Where Shame Goes to Die Feb 07, 2024

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Shame and Fear Thrive in Isolation, but shame dies in community.

It's Wildcard Wednesday. so here's a talk from Season 5 that's been unavailble for a while. Listen to learn how to rethink our basic instincts when we're going through hardship.

Music by Tommy Walker

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(00:02) - Introducing Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast
(01:58) - Self-Brain Surgery School: Changing Your Life through Mind Transformation
(02:47) - Sharing the Burden of Hardship
(04:53) - The Dangers of Secrecy and Shame
(11:50) - Recognizing the battle within ourselves
(13:32) - The power of confession and seeking help from others
(15:20) - Breaking the cycle of shame and finding hope in community
(21:10) - Preparing for Hard Times: TMTs in Life
(23:26) - Encouragement to Start Today and Find Hope
(29:27) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" - A Treatment Plan

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Quantum Change (Mind Change Monday) Feb 05, 2024

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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):
Approach
Breathe
Invite
Depend
Experience

Level II (Self-Brain Surgery Practice):
Assess
Believe
Incision
Deepen
Expect

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: The Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast is now live everywhere! Please consider listening and subscribing by clicking one of the links below!

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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!

(00:02) - Introduction to Mind Change Monday and Quantum Physics
(01:21) - Getting Ready to Transform Your Mind
(01:33) - A rough weekend of canceled plans and stress
(02:54) - The best time to make a change is now
(09:48) - The Importance of Focus in Prayer and Bible Reading
(19:05) - Newtonian Physics vs. Quantum Physics
(21:54) - Quantum Zeno Effect and Observational Viewpoint
(28:04) - Generational Traumas and the Scriptural Perspective
(30:27) - Taking Control of Your Life and Making Quantum Changes
(31:45) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book

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Changing Our Brains with the ABIDE Method (Self-Brain Surgery Saturday) Feb 03, 2024

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It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday!

We're learning 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!

Today, we take the ABIDE practice 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):
Approach
Breathe
Invite
Depend
Experience

Level II (Self-Brain Surgery Practice):
Assess
Believe
Incision
Deepen
Expect

Scripture: I Corinthians 2:16, Ephesians 4, Luke 22:39

Book Mentioned: How God Changes Your Brain by Andrew Newberg and Mark Waldman

Music by:
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Music by Carl Miner and The North American Guitar Company
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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!

(00:02) - A Long Night of Dental Work and Worry
(02:08) - Clear Instructions for the Next Level of Abide Practice
(03:25) - Changing Your Life: The Power of Mind Transformation
(04:12) - The Importance of Developing a Habit of Prayer
(06:41) - Falling Back on Disciplined Habits in Times of Crisis
(12:48) - Self-brain surgery: Getting better at the process.
(15:13) - Extracting everything from Scripture with the Holy Spirit's guidance.
(17:15) - Living in the mind of Christ vs. the monkey mind.
(19:11) - Contrasting the mind of Christ with the futility of thinking.
(21:18) - Pursuing Happiness: The Illusion of Satisfaction
(23:23) - Approaching God: Creating a Quiet and Reflective Environment
(25:26) - Preparing for a Relaxing Breathing Exercise
(25:51) - Inviting God to Bring Calm and Relief
(26:19) - Surrendering to God's Dependence
(27:29) - Beautiful Music and the Abide Process
(29:20) - Self-Brain Surgery Practice and Assessing the Situation
(34:23) - Expecting a Good Outcome and Resting in God's Promises
(36:10) - Level Two: Taking Action and Expecting the Outcome

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Prayer and Your Brain (Frontal Lobe Friday) Feb 02, 2024

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It's Frontal Lobe Friday!

What happens in your brain when you pray? Here's a look at some surprising neuroscience research into how prayer changes your brain, and some ways you can use these insights to make your life better!

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:33, Proverbs 4:26, Hebrews 12:13, I Thessalonians 5:16-17, Luke 18:1, John 15

Book Mentioned: How God Changes Your Brain by Andrew Newberg and Mark Waldman

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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!

(00:02) - Frontal Lobe Friday and Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast Introduction
(01:51) - Changing Lives through Self-Brain Surgery School
(02:39) - Introduction to Andrew Newberg's book on brain science and meditation
(11:24) - How God Changes Your Brain: Introduction to the Study
(13:05) - Meditation and prayer improve brain function and resilience.
(15:48) - Meditation and prayer counteract depression and cognitive decline.
(21:59) - Practical Tips for Improving Memory
(31:36) - Developing a Mindful Practice for Self-Control
(35:14) - Approach, Breathe, Invite, Depend, Experience in Meditative Prayer
(37:33) - Longing for a Deeper Experience
(40:05) - Introduction and Book Announcement

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Heart Surgery for Hope Jan 31, 2024

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It's Time for Some Heart Surgery.

An overview of the mind-heart-brain-body connection, heart rate variability and heart coherence, and how you can use them to help you become healthier, feel better, and be happier!

Scripture: Psalm 103

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Music by Cody Carnes
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(00:02) - Introduction: Self-Brain Surgery School Begins
(01:30) - Introduction to the Spiritual Brain Surgery podcast
(04:29) - Introduction to heart coherence and its connection to the mind
(10:37) - Overwhelmed by Financial Stress and Uncertainty
(12:31) - Finding Hope and Stability in Unexpected Situations
(15:46) - Overcoming Devastation and the Fear of a Broken Future
(18:10) - Finding Coherence in the Midst of Chaos
(21:05) - Suffering Produces Character and Strengthens the Mind
(27:08) - HeartMath Institute: Aligning Heart, Mind, and Soul
(33:23) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book

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Self-Brain Surgery: A Choose-Your-Own Adventure for Your Life! Jan 29, 2024

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It's Mind Change Monday!

An overview of what self-brain surgery can do for you, and some tools to help you become healthier, feel better, and be happier in your life.

Scripture: Ephesians 4

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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!

(00:02) - Introduction and gratitude for listeners
(01:24) - Writing as a way to recover from trauma
(03:05) - Finding hope and developing a way to communicate through podcasting and writing
(05:07) - Season 10 will explore the science of minds and brains
(06:55) - Basics of self-brain surgery and introduction to 10 commandments
(07:12) - Changing Your Mind: The Key to Changing Your Life
(08:00) - Self Brain Surgery School: Transforming Your Mind
(09:22) - The Power of Selective Attention and Changing Your Mind
(17:08) - Tossed around by wrong thinking, need to change mindset
(19:00) - Take every thought captive, become significantly happier
(20:35) - Nobody's coming to rescue you, take control of your thoughts
(22:11) - Embrace your uniqueness, make the most of your mind
(24:05) - Give consent to change your mind and life
(25:26) - Refuse self-malpractice, feelings are not facts
(27:04) - Avoid Treating Bad Feelings with Bad Operations
(29:14) - Break the Cycle, Don't Perpetuate Generational Troubles
(30:50) - Learn to Provide Mental First Aid for Others
(32:21) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" - Recovery from Trauma

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Build Up Your Base of Pre-hab Jan 28, 2024

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The secret to resilience when The Massive Thing Happens is having a solid base of pre-hab in your heart.
Today, I give you four Insight Spots from MyBridge Radio, our favorite place for 24/7 encouragement. MyBridge is a great place for YOU to find hope!
Plus, music from my friend Tommy Walker!
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Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs!

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Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book!