The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast

We're almost done with season 9 of the podcast! In this episode, we discuss the massive amount of hope we've gained over the last 100 episodes! It's the season 9 recap, and I'm so excited to head into season 10 in a couple of days. Book mentioned: You Are Not Your Brain: The 4-Step Solution for Changing Bad Habits, Ending Unhealthy Thinking, and Taking Control of Your Life by Jeffrey Schwartz Leav...

Going through something hard can be a sort of new creation story. No matter what, your life after major trauma or tragedy will look different. Here are some thoughts from my new book, Hope is the First Dose , that will help find the light again, no matter what you're going through.  Music by Tommy Walker (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCA...

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 direct...

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

It's Mind Change Monday! Here are three crucial decisions you need to change your mind about, starting today.  Scripture: I Corinthians 10:13 Isaiah 44:22 Isaiah 46:10 (Adapted from Season 5, Episode 100, Mind Change Monday #2) Music by Tommy Walker (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) You can become a paid partner of...

It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday! Here's a look at what scripture and neuroscience (and some old quantum physicists) have to say about how changing your perspective can get you unstuck and help you solve problems when you feel stuck. See transcript for scripture references. Music by Matthew West (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license...

It's Frontal Lobe Friday! Here's a look at what scripture and neuroscience have to say about how prayer affects your brain.  See transcript for research scripture references.  You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here.  Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount! Improve y...

It's Theology Thursday! 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.  You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here.  Support and boost your immune system with Ar...

If you're struggling to believe that you can get your thoughts under control, take heart! Here's a look at what scripture and neuroscience have to say about the fact that you CAN change your mind.  See transcript for scripture references.  You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here.  Support and boost your immune system with A...

Here's a Self-Brain Surgery Operation for Fear Using the concept of the Faraday Cage , scientifically proven techniques for brain relaxation, and the God-given ability to engage selective attention and trade one thought for another, we can reliably learn to take our anxieties and fears and put them in God's hands. This will help you rest, sleep better, and even manage your days with more resilienc...

It's a Brand New Year! Here's a few thoughts on where we're going for 2024, a response to a listener question, and a blessing for you! You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here.  Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount! Improve your gut health, immune system, and protec...

I have one more prescription for you this year! Here's a talk about the best thing you can add to your life if you want to see real change in 2024. Scripture: Psalm 34 Music by Tommy Walker (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 ) You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more con...

It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday! Lee Stobel is a New York Times bestselling author, pastor, journalist, and apologist. Join me for an incredible conversation with Lee about his new book, Is God Real? , which is one of my Top 10 Books of 2023, and I think one of the most important books I've ever read. If you or someone you love is wondering about the biggest question there is, then check out this...

It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday! Today, a look at the quantum physics principle that what we observe becomes the inevitable reality of the observed thing. This idea will help you understand how trauma and tragedy (or any massive thing) can become either A THING in your life, or THE defining issue of your whole life. Choose wisely. Scripture: Isaiah 43, Hebrews 12 You can become a paid partner of...

It's Frontal Lobe Friday! Do you spend your life waiting for disaster to strike, or being stuck in a thought loop about your past traumas, tragedies, or other massive things? It's time to use your frontal lobes, quantum physics, and faith to break those imprisoning thoughts and find freedom! Books Mentioned: Waking Up to the Goodness of God by Susie Larson, Is God Real? by Lee Strobel, and The Min...

Trauma and Tragedy Tell Us Lies. Those lies can make you believe that you’re always going to feel what you’re feeling, and that it can’t ever change. You’ll believe that how you respond to pain is “just how I am,” but I have good news for you, my friend: you are NOT STUCK with the brain you have.  Here’s a great talk about directed neuroplasticity, transforming our minds, and how to find hope.  Bo...

A Good Talk About Being Stuck, and How to Help Your Brain Help YOU! As we close out 2023, let's make some decisions together about how 2024 can be the year we finally break through. This episode gives a good overview of the neuroscience of how making hard decisions helps us become more resilient, and overcome any challenges we face. Scripture: Isaiah 1:18, Isaiah 43, Hebrews 12 Book mentioned: Thi...

Tish Harrison Warren (no relation to me) is a bestselling author, Anglican priest , and New York Times columnist She is also a bereaved parent, a wife and mother, and one of my very favorite writers. Join me for an incredible conversation with Tish about hope, prayer, faith in the midst of hardship, the power of Advent and the Christian calendar, lament, and so much more. Check out Tish's newest b...

It's Self-Brain Surgery Saturday! Want to give yourself a great Christmas present? Learning to respect yourself is one of the secrets to being hopeful and solid no matter what you're going through.  This episode helps us shed labels, shake off difficulties in our past, and get ready for a bright future.  Music by Tommy Walker (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI lice...

Our physical bodies are intimately linked to our mental and spiritual health. Join me for another incredible talk about how to come fully alive with author, speaker, and radio host Susie Larson! She’ll help you understand the complex interplay and connections between your emotional, spiritual, and physical health. This is one of the best conversations I’ve ever been a part of, and I’m excited to s...

Where is God when we need Him the most? That's a perfect question for Advent, isn't it? The answer is, He's closer than your next breath! Join me for the first of two incredible talks about God’s loving presence in our lives with author, speaker, and radio host Susie Larson! This is one of the best conversations I’ve ever been a part of, and I’m excited to bring back this double dose of hope from...

It's Mind Change Monday, and reading is a great way to change your mind and help you change your life! Here are the first 5 books of 10 Books I Loved in 2023! (Not a ranking, just 5 helpful books!) NOTE: I mention video in this episode, but the video file was corrupted and is not yet available. We're working on it, but it's not out yet. Stay tuned for that! Join us for a book signing in San Antoni...

It's Tuesdays with Tata! Today, in response to a reader question of, "Who is Tata?", we answer that exact question! This is everything you want to know about Dennis McDonald, the star of "Tuesdays with Tata!" Join us for a book signing in San Antonio, Texas on Thursday, December 21 at 5:30 at the Twig Book Shop! PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen! You can become a paid partner of the...

It's Mind Change Monday, and reading is a great way to change your mind and help you change your life! Here are the first 5 books of 10 Books I Loved in 2023! (Not a ranking, just 5 helpful books!) Join us for a book signing in San Antonio, Texas on Thursday, December 21 at 5:30 at the Twig Book Shop! Books Mentioned: Is God Real?: Exploring the Ultimate Question of Life   by Lee Strobel Making Se...

If you feel stuck, down, or hopeless, it’s time to get up! Here are some ideas to help you find a path forward into the life God wants you to have. It’s not easy, and it takes self-brain surgery, but you CAN become healthier, feel better, and be happier. You just have to change your mind. The good news is, you can start today. (Adapted from Season 7, Episode 39)  Book mentioned: Lent for Non-Lent...