The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast

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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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(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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(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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Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here!
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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 Shoutout to MyBridge Radio
(01:11) - Dr. Carolyn Sorenson's Recommendation and Collaboration with MyBridge
(02:01) - Compilation of Recent Insight Spots and Worship Song
(03:33) - Finding Hope in the Midst of Life's Challenges
(05:16) - Preparing for Emotional Traumas and Tragedies
(07:08) - Harnessing the Power of Positive Thinking for Emotional Healing
(08:57) - Introducing Dr. Lee Warren and the Power of Hope
(09:57) - Jesus as the Great Physician and the First Dose of Hope
(16:24) - Introduction and Sponsorship Announcement

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Trauma Rounds: What to Say When Someone is Devastated Jan 27, 2024

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It's Season 10!
Today, we respond to a listener who asked the important question of what to do and say when someone has just experienced trauma, tragedy, or some other massive thing (TMT).
Scripture: Romans 12:15
Books Mentioned: This is Hardby Jon Swanson, Walking with God Through Pain and Sufferingby Timothy Keller, Hope Is the First Dose by me
My Advice When Speaking to Others after TMT:
1. Show up and shut up (I stole this from Jon Swanson)
2. Tears over talking
3. Empathy over equivalence
4. Theology is like salt: it needs to be correctly applied in tiny amounts, and of high quality, or it can hurt more than it helps.

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(00:02) - Season 10 Introduction and Acknowledging Listener Support
(01:09) - Addressing Boundaries and Limitations of Podcast Advice
(03:32) - Team Members Assisting with Personal Email Responses
(04:52) - Holding onto Beliefs in Times of Hardship
(06:08) - Devastating question on how to communicate in tragedy
(07:06) - John Swanson's book offers guidance on addressing devastating situations
(09:58) - Four ways to effectively communicate in times of tragedy
(14:20) - The Importance of Thoughtful Words and Filters
(15:39) - Being Present and Filling the Silence with Empathy

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Spiritual Brain Surgery (Frontal Lobe Friday) Jan 26, 2024

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It's Frontal Lobe Friday!
Today, an overview of the new Spiritual Brain Surgery podcast that's coming on Tuesday, and a few thoughts on Jesus's brain!
Check out our appearance on Daystar Network!
Music by Josh Baldwin
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(00:02) - Introduction to Season 10 and Podcast Format Change
(02:38) - Launching the Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast
(05:33) - The Power of Directed Neuroplasticity
(07:00) - The Mind of Christ and the Holy Spirit's Guidance
(09:06) - Jesus' Sinless Thinking and its Impact on His Brain
(14:32) - Understanding Negative Thoughts and Automatic Negative Thoughts
(17:34) - Exploring Theology, Apologetics, Exegesis, and Hermeneutics
(23:08) - Challenging our biases and learning from the word.
(24:48) - True happiness lies in connection with our creator.
(26:19) - The Word of God as an MRI for the Heart
(27:54) - Embracing the Morning Sun
(29:43) - Rising Hopes and Faith
(32:15) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book and resources

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Theology Thursday: The How and the Why Jan 25, 2024

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It's Theology Thursday!
BRAND NEW EPISODE DROPS TOMORROW, January 26, 2024!
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.
(We are on a 2-week sabbatical to prepare for Season 10. This episode will help you get ready!)
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(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

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Worldview Changes Everything Jan 24, 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

Music by Tommy Walker
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(We are on a 2-week sabbatical to prepare for Season 10. This episode will help you get ready!)
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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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(00:02) - Introduction to the importance of worldview and its impact on life
(03:31) - The danger of allowing a secular worldview to influence thinking
(07:35) - The Power of Changing Your Mind and Finding Hope
(15:34) - Redefining Happiness: Jesus' Definition vs. the World's Definition
(18:49) - The Shift from Authority to Authenticity: Influence of Freud
(25:20) - Freud's Influence on Modern Culture
(28:09) - Pursuing Desires Doesn't Lead to Happiness
(36:39) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book

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Let There Be Light (Tuesdays with Tata Classic) Jan 23, 2024

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It’s Tuesdays with Tata!

Today, we talk about a curious passage from Zechariah 8:20-23, and what it means to be the light of the world!

Plus, a new Tata-ism, fiat lux (“Let there be light”)!

Scriptures: Zechariah 8:20-23, Matthew 5:13-16, John 1:1-5, Titus 2:10

Music: Tim Hughes

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(We are on a 2-week sabbatical to prepare for Season 10. This episode will help you get ready!)
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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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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) - Let There Be Light - Introduction and Background
(01:44) - Reflections on the Impact of Tuesdays with Tata
(09:37) - Choosing hope in the face of grief and pain.
(12:07) - Holding on to God's promises for life and godliness.
(13:18) - Finding comfort in Scripture's promises during hard times.
(15:47) - Fiat Lux: Let there be light, Jesus is the light.
(17:24) - Believing in Jesus as the Son of God and finding light.
(19:03) - Understanding God's nature and asking Him for understanding
(27:09) - Introduction and Book Promotion

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Default Mode Monday: How to Unself Jan 22, 2024

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It's Mind-Change Monday!
And today is also DEFAULT MODE MONDAY!
Your brain uses the same amount of energy at rest as it does when you're actively thinking about or engaged in a task. We're going to look at the task-positive network and the default mode network today, and learn how to improve our brain's baseline behavior so we can become healthier, feel better, and be happier.
Plus: an incredible email from a listener, a new book from Susie Larson, and more!
Scriptures: 2 Timothy 1:6-8, Acts 17:26-28, Matthew 5:44-46
Books Mentioned: Bliss Brain: The Neuroscience of Remodeling Your Brain for Resilience, Creativity, and Joyby Dawson Church, Waking Up to the Goodness of God: 40 Days Toward Healing and Wholeness by Susie Larson, Am I Just My Brain? by Sharon Dirckx, Switch On Your Brain by Caroline Leaf
(We are on a 2-week sabbatical to prepare for Season 10. This episode will help you get ready!)
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