The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast

I have a question for you. Do you ever feel sorry for yourself? You know, my life is so hard and no one understands and I'll never get that job or he took my sale or whatever?   Here's the thing friend: self-pity is one of the most toxic and limiting things we can allow into our lives. And it is ALWAYS within our power to change. Always.  I wanted to share a small idea with you this week. Like man...

It's Tuesdays with Tata!  A great talk based on Exodus 11:6 about how God is in control of everything, that He sees and notices you, and that He cares about you! Scriptures mentioned:  Isaiah 7:18, Isaiah 5:26, Zechariah 10:8, Isaiah 30:18, Romans 11:17-24 Music from Tommy Walker If you like the podcast, you'll love my weekly letter Get it for free here. (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast...

Sometimes the person who treats you the worst in life is... you. (Season 1, Episode 68 replay) Today we’re going to talk about how we talk to ourselves. We’re going to look at something good writers do sometimes, when they create what’s called an “unreliable narrator." That works great in fiction, to keep the reader guessing and to unfold a story to shape the reader’s perspective. But the worst th...

When Things Feel Hard, We Need to See a Way Forward There’s a lot of tough things happening right now, friend, but not to worry! We’re going to learn how to feel better, no matter what we’re going through. And we’re going to start today!   Great book from Simon Sinek,  Start with Why This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, vis...

Psalm 116 Shows Us How to Keep Our Faith During Hard Times Here's some thoughts and prayer through Psalm 116 . Plus, excepts from Dane Ortlund's beautiful devotional,  In the Lord I Take Refuge ! Music from Tommy Walker , Eddie Ruth Bradford , and Paul Baloche . Sign up for my Substack letter here. (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP lice...

Hardship can bring us to a crossroads: will this be the end, or a new beginning? Some thoughts on how to change our brain to learn to see new possibility in seemingly impossible situations.  Scripture: Psalm 121 Music: Kari Jobe Book: Eugene Peterson All-day-long encouragement on MyBridge Radio! "Impossible things God makes possible" list: Whistles Zechariah 10:8, Isaiah 5:26, Isaiah 7:18 (FLIES,...

It's time to make a change, friend. But it takes great courage.  Today we talk about how to find the strength and bravery needed to make huge changes in our lives.  Job 38:11 "I declared: 'You may come this far, but no farther; your proud waves stop here.'" Sign up for my Substack letter here. Go to my website  www.wleewarrenmd.com  for more information about my letter, this show, my books, and mo...

Hope is a verb: there’s two consistent things about biblical examples of when people feel hopeless, and what they do next, that are important to flesh out: Any time we’re faced with a seemingly hopeless situation, there’s movement and there’s memory. There’s action. There’s a choice made. You have to fight for hope, friend, because life doesn’t always make it easy. We’re going to learn how hope is...

Shame and Fear Thrive in Isolation But shame dies in community. Here's a short conversation about how to rethink our basic instincts when we're going through hardship.  Music by Tommy Walker This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit drleewarren.substack.com/subscribe See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cali...

Some thoughts on vulnerability and letting God redeem our stories Scriptures Mentioned 2 Corinthians 11:30 2Corinthians 12:9-11 Music by David Crowder and Francesca Battistelli   Sign up for my Substack letter here. (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 )   Go to my website  www.wleewarrenmd.com  for more information abou...

Does Life Feel Like It's Too Late and Too Far? A few years ago, our granddaughter Scarlett started pre-school. At the end of her first day, Lisa (who Scarlett calls 'Missy') was FaceTime-ing with her to see how her day went. Lisa said, "Scarlett, tell Missy all about your first day of school." Scarlett had had a long day. She was very tired, and she wanted to go to sleep. She looked into the camer...

Self-brain surgery tip #17 The best way to stay motivated and achieve your goals is to stop saying you “want” to do something. Decide something you “will” or “must” do, and do that thing. Then do the next thing. Narrower bandwidth = increased efficiency. Music from Matt Redman Scriptures: Philippians 3:12-14 Proverbs 24:16 Sign up for my Substack letter here. (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Po...

Self-brain surgery tip #18 God will do the work to change your mind and change your life. All you have to do is decide to let Him. #spiritualbrainsurgery Philippians 2:12-13 Philippians 4:6-8 Music by the Seminole String Band   This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit drleewarren.substack.com/subscribe See Privacy Policy...

What Does God Say When We're Hurting? (replay) Join Lisa and me for a conversation with Tommy Walker and his daughter Eileen Walker about how to hear God's voice when things are hard, what worship does to help us re-center when life knocks us down, and how to live in the place where grief and joy co-exist.  Click here to play their latest album, Highest Praises Sign up for my Substack letter here....

It's Tuesdays with Tata! The second part of our conversation about prayer.  Book- Prayer: Finding the Heart's True Home by Richard Foster Music- The Lord's Prayer by Tommy Walker Sign up for my Substack letter here. (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP license #400010513 )   Go to my website  www.wleewarrenmd.com  for more information abou...

What Does the Bible Say About What We Say? Some thoughts on the wisdom of looking at the waveforms. Scriptures Mentioned Proverbs 10:19 (AMP) When there are many words, transgression and offense are unavoidable, But he who controls his lips and keeps thoughtful silence is wise. Proverbs 11:9 “Evil words destroy one’s friends; wise discernment rescues the godly. Proverbs 15:4 “Gentle words bring li...

The Science of Freedom is On Your Side Freedom starts with a choice- a declaration. In this episode, we talk about the science of freedom, and how vital it is to be willing to fight for it in all areas of our lives. (Replay of Infinitely Happier 14: The Science of Freedom) Music by Hillsong Sign up for my Substack letter here. (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI lic...

Throwback to an Amazing Conversation with Dr. Daniel Amen! (Originally YST021, August 2014) Dr. Daniel Amen is a bestselling author, internationally renowned psychiatrist, and founder of the Amen Clinic. Dr. Amen was one of the first neuroscientists to realize that traditional psychiatric diagnostic testing was inadequate for many patients. He began using functional brain imaging to find out what...

Are you tired of being afraid of everything, all the time? If so, you're not alone. This month, we're going to learn how to punch fear in the face. Scripture: Psalm 71, Isaiah 46 Music by Josh Baldwin and Tommy Walker This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit drleewarren.substack.com/subscribe See Privacy Policy at https:/...

What Kind of Story Is Your Life Telling? Some thoughts on living well, and a new way to think about how to get where you want to go. Book mentioned A Million Miles in a Thousand Years by Donald Miller Music by Tommy Walker Scriptures mentioned: John 10:10 "...I have come that they might have life, and have it abundantly." 2 Chronicles 21:20 "He died to no one's regret." Sign up for my Substack let...

Self-Brain Surgery Tip #27: (Replay)   The Golden Rule works both ways; it's not just about fairness. Do unto others as you want them to do unto you, yes. But also: Want to be noticed? Notice others. To be thanked? Thank others. Loved? Celebrated? Forgiven? Helped? Do unto others.   In fact, the Golden Rule is a Super Power for Happiness   Here are some thoughts on the best idea for making yoursel...

Tommy Walker is a world-renowned songwriter, worship leader, and pastor. His song, "He Knows My Name," has helped people all over take comfort in being known by God.  Today, Tommy shares the beautiful origin of "He Knows My Name," to help us all understand that even when we feel isolated and unnoticed, God sees us, hears us, and loves us.  Check out Tommy's ministry, music, and story by clicking o...

Today we discuss how to share your faith with others This episode was inspired by a question from patron and faithful listener, Juliana Kelly Music by Tommy Walker This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit drleewarren.substack.com/subscribe See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht...

A short talk about perspective, and a lesson from an old rock band Music by Steely Dan This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit drleewarren.substack.com/subscribe See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

What separates our very best moments from our average, routine ones? Today, we learn how to evaluate our performance so we can discern how to perform on a higher level all the time.  Music by Tommy Walker Book mentioned: High Performance Habits by Brendan Burchard Sign up for my Substack letter here. (Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BMI license #61063253 and ASCAP li...