The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast

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You Can Do Hard Things, Part 2 Dec 08, 2023

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It's Frontal Lobe Friday!
Today, we talk about how going through hard things makes us more resilient, increases character, and produces hope. Faith and neuroscience smash together hard here, and show us the path forward when life brings us pain.
Scriptures: Deuteronomy 22:22, Hosea 2:15, Romans 5:3-4, Proverbs 4:26, Hebrews 12:13
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(00:02) - Computer Update Woes
(01:20) - Tough Times during the Holidays
(03:04) - The Power of Doing Hard Things
(06:20) - Turning Troubles into Doors of Hope
(11:46) - Making Level Paths for Your Feet
(13:49) - Science Confirms the Power of Enduring Hardships
(19:58) - The Consequences of Taking the Easy Path
(21:07) - Navigating Hard Times and Making Level Paths
(24:42) - Introduction and Book Promotion

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Hold On, Pain Ends Dec 07, 2023

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A New Definition of H.O.P.E.

Today, we talk about two Hebrew words for hope, a great song from our Hope Is the First Dose playlist.
(Computer crash this morning kept me from recording today's episode. Tomorrow we'll be back with "You Can Do Hard Things, Part 2"!)

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Music by For King and Country

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You Can Do Hard Things, Part 1 Dec 06, 2023

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This time of year can be hard. But hey- you can do hard things! You can!
Today, we go back a bit to learn the art of looking hard at our internal stories, and tomorrow we'll have a good talk about how our brains are wired to help us do hard things, and even grow from them!
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This episode includes material from October 16, Look Hard at Your Internal Stories. We look at the stories we tell ourselves, and learn the value of switching from writer to editor to make real changes in our lives. Plus, a lesson on the powerful part of your brain called the cingulate gyrus, and how it can help or hurt your life.
Book Mentioned: The Deepest Place by Curt Thompson
Scripture mentioned: Titus 3:4-6, John 1: 1-5
Podcast mentioned: The Huberman Lab Podcast
Click here to watch my interview on The 700 Club from last week.
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(00:02) - Introducing the topic of self-improvement and upcoming episodes
(01:56) - Preparing for the "You Can Do Hard Things" episode tomorrow
(02:49) - The Power of Internal Stories
(06:59) - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
(10:43) - Overcoming insecurities and working hard to achieve success
(13:41) - Embracing authority to teach and help others overcome challenges
(20:05) - The Power of Epigenetics and Inherited Trauma
(22:37) - The Tension of Sharing Your Story and Making an Impact
(27:31) - The Role of a Good Editor in Shaping Your Story
(29:44) - Stuck in a Story: The Role of the Cingulate Gyrus
(32:11) - Increasing Tenacity and Willpower through Embracing Discomfort
(38:25) - Bringing Light to Dark Places
(40:44) - Transforming Your Mind for a Better Story
(41:37) - Introduction and Book Announcement

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Sow the Wind: Tuesdays with Tata Dec 05, 2023

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It's Tuesdays with Tata!
Today, a great talk about agriculture, reaping what we sow, and lessons from the Old Testament book of Hosea.
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Music by Tommy Walker
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(00:29) - Introduction: Becoming healthier, happier, and transforming our minds.
(02:15) - Exploring Hosea 8-7: "sowing the wind, reaping the whirlwind."
(04:55) - Hosea: The Warning of Impending Destruction
(06:06) - Warning: Chasing after evil and idolatry
(07:26) - Reaping the whirlwind: Punishment for chasing after idols
(08:50) - Captivity in Babylon and Daniel's Rebellion
(17:18) - Reaping the Consequences of Idol Worship
(19:28) - Grace and Hope in Christ: Reaping What We Did Not Sow
(26:18) - Studying the Bible for Hope and Peace
(27:40) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" Treatment Plan

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Hungry Hungry Hippocampus (Mind Change Monday) Dec 04, 2023

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It's Mind Change Monday!
Your hippocampus is a seahorse-shaped area in the middle of your limbic system. It's involved in emotional regulation, learning new things, and determining whether something is a threat. Today, we're going to learn how to take the long path to peace, train our limbic systems to help us instead of hurt us, and feed those hungry, hungry hippocampi better stuff to help us become healthier, feel better, and be happier.
Book mentioned: Bliss Brain: The Neuroscience of Remodeling Your Brain for Resilience, Creativity, and Joy by Dawson Church
Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8
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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.

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!
Music by Tommy Walker
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(00:02) - Introduction to Mind Change Monday and the hippocampus
(02:40) - Understanding the Role of the Hippocampus
(04:20) - The Hippocampus: More Than Just Memory
(06:47) - The Role of the Hippocampus in Memory Formation
(15:33) - The Long Path to Calmness and Resilience
(17:11) - Poor Emotional Self-Regulation and the Short Path to Panic
(19:43) - The Role of the Hippocampus in Memory and Learning
(20:27) - The Challenge of Learning a Language
(23:53) - The Benefits of Activating the Hippocampus
(30:07) - Taking Control: Fixing Your Mindset
(35:23) - A Desperate Cry for Connection with the Divine
(36:37) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" Book

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Sunday Dose of Hope: Close Your Eyes Dec 03, 2023

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Your facial nerve allows you to close your eyes when you need to. And so does hope.

Good morning my friend!

Today’s dose of hope is a story from my new book, Hope Is the First Dose. Click on the button above to hear the audio version. Paid subscribers can also check your email for a video version of the episode.

If you don’t like to listen, here’s a link to the PDF transcript you can read. (Note: these transcripts are computer generated and aren’t perfect. I noticed it transcribed Kearney, Nebraska as “Carney,” but it’s pretty close overall).

In the transcript and the episode, you will learn that the facial nerve allows to make most of your facial expressions, and allows you to close your eyes and smile. Here’ why that’s so important after we face TMT in our lives.

Here’s a few other doses of hope for you this week!

* A great reflection on hope from our friend, the wonderful podcaster/blogger Katherine Singer.

* A terrific post about the threads he saw in the arc of my three-book journey from the Iraq War to Hope from Dr. Jon Swanson.

* An opportunity to sponsor or spread the word about our friend Kristin Smedley’s powerful children’s book, What I Can Be Is Up to Me.

* Our friend Tommy Walker has released the epic, orchestral masterpiece he’s been working on for over two years! Spend 7 minutes with Tommy today worshiping with He Is the Lord!

Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs!

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Is it Okay to be Sad? (Self-Brain Surgery Saturday) Dec 02, 2023

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It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday!
Today, a look at why it's normal and okay to feel sad sometimes, but we don't have to be stuck there.
Check out the great weekly newsletter at Renovarè!
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PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!
You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here.

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) - Technical Challenges and Listener Feedback
(01:42) - Exploring Stages of Grief and Finding Hope
(03:12) - Sign up for Renovare's Newsletter for Spiritual Formation Resources
(03:18) - Introduction to Renovare.org
(03:22) - The Influence of Feelings and Neurotransmitters
(05:05) - Understanding the Complexities of Emotional Experiences
(06:29) - Exclusive Content for Paid Subscribers
(06:46) - Biopsying our thoughts - the Bad Thought Biopsy procedure
(08:15) - Understanding and managing true emotions
(14:29) - Introduction to Athletic Greens and Pecan Armor
(16:13) - Elizabeth Kubler-Ross' Stages of Grief
(19:14) - Sadness as an ongoing part of grief, Cognitive Dissonance
(22:51) - The lasting impact of trauma
(32:13) - The Paradox of an Abundant and Challenging Life
(34:02) - Connecting to the Infinite Source for a Fulfilling Life
(34:46) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book

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Frontal Lobe Friday Dec 01, 2023

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It's Frontal Lobe Friday!
Today, we start new, and then go back in time to the very first Frontal Lobe Friday! We have brand new episodes coming back tomorrow, but here's a new twist on my favorite part of your brain, the frontal lobe!
Flashback to the first episode in a new series 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!
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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.

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!

(00:08) - Frontal Lobe Friday and Technological Upgrade Announcement
(01:00) - Introducing the Membership Program and Technology Update
(02:06) - Welcome to Self Brain Surgery School
(02:36) - Season Nine: Neuroscience and Faith Unite
(03:07) - Connecting with Dr. Lee Warren: Books, Podcasts, and Newsletters
(04:30) - The Power of Executive Function in Decision-Making
(08:01) - Shifting from Basal Responses to Engaging Executive Function
(12:31) - Finding Happiness Beyond External Circumstances
(13:24) - The Power of Your Frontal Lobe as CEO
(16:00) - Hearing God's Voice and Making Better Decisions
(20:06) - Introducing "Hope is the First Dose" book

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What Got You Here Won't Get You There (S8E40 Re-release) Nov 30, 2023

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If you’re stuck, you need a plan.
(Short sabbatical while updating the studio!)

And the plan you need starts with hope. But my friend: what got you here won’t get you there.

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!

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Three Levels of Self-Brain Surgery Nov 29, 2023

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It's Wildcard Wednesday!
Today, a quick look at three different levels of self-brain surgery to help you become healthier, feel better, and be happier no matter what happens.
Scripture: I Thessalonians 5:16-19
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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!