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How Do You View the World? (Wildcard Wednesday) May 15, 2024

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Our current society has a big worldview problem.

Today for Wildcard Wednesday, We Talk About Worldview
Today, we talk about John Mark Comer’s book Live No Lies, and two ideas that he really helped me clarify:

What was the biggest idealogical mindset shift in Western civilization in the past 200 years?
What cultural credo did we pick up from Shakespeare, and why is it so ironic?

Today’s Mind Change Monday episode gets into the philosophical underpinnings of modern Western thought, and two lies of the devil that have shaped so many people’s thoughts on happiness:

Live your truth
What makes you unhappy is anyone telling you what to do or not to do

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Books mentioned:

Live No Lies by John Mark Comer

Faithfully Differentby Natasha Crain

Live Your Truth and Other Lies by Alisa Childers

The Daniel Dilemma by Chris Hodges

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(00:01) - Introduction
(00:39) - The Impact of Trauma
(01:33) - Influence of John Mark Comer
(02:34) - Guarding Your Worldview
(03:14) - Reminder on Worldview Stewardship
(04:26) - Guiding Others to Truth
(05:51) - Commitment to Change
(11:03) - Influence of Secular Worldview
(12:45) - Pursuit of Happiness and Truth
(16:23) - Unmasking Cultural Ideals
(20:59) - The Importance of Order in Desires
(26:20) - Deception of "Be True to Yourself"
(28:27) - True Identity & Happiness
(29:58) - Conclusion & Book Promotion

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The Perilous Fight, with Dr. Ben Carson May 14, 2024

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The American Family is Under Attack, and it is a Perilous Fight for the Soul of Our Nation and the Souls of our Children

Join me for a chilling but hopeful conversation with world-renowned pediatric neurosurgeon, bestselling author, and former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Dr. Ben Carson!

Dr. Carson's new book is The Perilous Fight: Overcoming Our Culture's War on the American Family

Dr. Carson's American Cornerstone Institute is doing great work. You can join more than 341,000 subscribers and receive updates and educational content from Dr. Ben Carson and the American Cornerstone Institute by signing up for his free newsletter by clicking here.

More information about Dr. Carson's important new book below.

From Amazon.com:
Learn from one of our leading conservative voices how we can return to the biblical values our nation was founded upon, especially the vital importance of the family, in order to secure a prosperous future for generations to come.

Does America no longer feel like home? Widespread divorce rates, the erosion of traditional marriage, the popular rise of radical ideologies, attacks on faith, and government interference are only a few of the factors contributing to the struggles of families in our culture. And because of the importance of healthy families to every part of our national life, the breakdown of the family threatens to rob us of the country we love. But it doesn't have to be this way.

Like many of us, Dr. Ben Carson fears we are losing the country we love. In this provocative and ultimately hopeful book, he gives us the facts, inspiration, and theory-to-action answers we need to restore a key foundation of America: the family.

The Perilous Fight equips us to understand:

The hard data behind the breakdown of the family and its effects on our society, including poverty, crime, and deteriorating education.
The core biblical beliefs that led our nation into unprecedented freedom and prosperity--and why abandoning those beliefs led to the social decline we see today.
The fresh ideas and public policy options that could reverse negative trends impacting the family while maintaining a balance between constitutional freedoms and governmental involvement.

This is a practical and inspiring book for anyone who:

Feels discouraged about the state of our country and its institutions.
Needs hope that there are commonsense, attainable solutions that we all can practice.
Appreciates a conservative, Scripture-based approach to restoring faith, liberty, community, and life in America.

Strong families are the cornerstone of strong communities. Strong communities build a strong nation. Only when we prioritize the family as an institution established by God will we proudly remain the land of the free and the home of the brave.

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(00:01) - Introduction
(03:17) - Welcoming Dr. Ben Carson
(08:04) - Transition to Dr. Carson's Career
(29:52) - Discussion on Decline of the Family
(35:35) - Vision for the Future of America
(39:48) - Finding Hope in the Fight
(41:20) - Connecting with American Cornerstone Institute
(42:00) - Closing Remarks and Gratitude

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Self-Brain Surgery is a Choose Your Own Adventure Approach to Life (Mind Change Monday) May 13, 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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(00:02) - Introduction to Mind Change Monday
(09:19) - Choose Your Own Adventure: The Power of Selective Attention
(22:27) - Taking Responsibility for Changing Your Mind
(25:44) - The Ten Commandments of Self-Brain Surgery
(31:29) - Protecting Your Brain: Healthy Brain Habits
(32:01) - Mental First Aid for Others: Caring for Each Other
(33:16) - The Connection Between Changing Your Mind and Changing Your Life

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When Your Next Move Isn't Clear (Self-Brain Surgery Saturday) May 11, 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
(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 )

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(00:01) - Introduction to Self-Brain Surgery
(04:23) - Navigating Hard Times
(12:05) - Finding Gratitude in Hard Moments

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Thoughts Become Things (The 10th Commandment of Self-Brain Surgery) May 10, 2024

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The Things We Think About Turn Into Real Things

Today, a look at the 10th commandment of Self-Brain Surgery: I must understand that thoughts become things.

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-9, II Corinthians 10:5

The Ten Commandments of Self-Brain Surgery

I 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.

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(00:01) - Introduction
(07:07) - The Power of Hope
(07:30) - Unveiling Self-Brain Surgery Saturday
(43:02) - Closing Remarks

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Getting Better at Getting Better (The 9th commandment of Self-Brain Surgery) May 09, 2024

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What You're Doing, You're Getting Better At

Today, a look at the 9th commandment of Self-Brain Surgery: I must believe that what I’m doing I’m getting better at.

Scripture: Psalm 19:14, Matthew 22:37, Psalm 51:17, II Corinthians 10:5

The Ten Commandments of Self-Brain Surgery

I 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.

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(00:01) - Introduction to Self-Brain Surgery
(02:29) - Exploring the Brilliance of William James
(04:57) - William James on the Plasticity of the Brain
(11:28) - The Ninth Commandment: Believing in Improvement
(16:19) - Locus Minoris Resistentes: Synaptic Scars
(21:51) - God's Desire for Your Thoughts
(23:43) - Thoughts Become Things
(25:37) - Choosing to Get Better at Getting Better

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Love Your Brain (The 8th Commandment of Self-Brain Surgery) May 08, 2024

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Your Brain is the Most Important Organ in Your Body

Today, a look at the 8th commandment of Self-Brain Surgery: I must love my brain and live in such a way as to protect and improve it.

The Ten Commandments of Self-Brain Surgery
I 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.

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(00:02) - Introduction to Self-Brain Surgery
(01:24) - Protecting Your Brain: Physical Organ Maintenance
(02:47) - Understanding the Mind-Brain Connection
(05:05) - CDC Recommendations for Brain Health
(06:52) - Lifestyle Factors for Brain Health
(09:37) - Addressing Weight and Brain Health
(11:28) - Importance of Managing Blood Sugar
(14:27) - The Truth About Alcohol and Brain Health
(16:58) - The Importance of Wearing Helmets
(19:39) - Managing Mental Health for Brain Protection
(24:24) - Embracing Your Brain as a Gift

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Prehab for Suffering (Important Classic Episode for New or Hurting Listeners) May 07, 2024

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When Trouble Comes, You Fall to the Level of Your Preparation

If 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

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On the Shoulders of Giants, with Dr. Joseph Maroon (Mind Change Monday) May 06, 2024

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Dr. Joseph Maroon is a World-Renowned Neurosurgeon

He'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.com

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(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

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I Will Not Pass it On (The 7th Commandment of Self-Brain Surgery) May 04, 2024

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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 Surgery
I 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.

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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!

(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

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