Sinopse
Life isnt brain surgery; its harder. Dr. Lee Warren helps us become healthier, feel better, and be happier, starting today.
Episódios
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Train Your Brain for Flourishing (S13E9)
17/12/2025 Duração: 30minIn this episode, we examine three key brain networks that can either help your life flourish, or lead you to floundering: the Default Mode Network (DMN), Central Executive Network (CEN), and Salience Network (SN). I discuss how the DMN can lead to rumination while also being essential for self-reflection. The CEN enables control over our thoughts for constructive action, and the SN helps direct our focus toward positive outcomes. We'll smash faith and neuroscience together and use self-brain surgery techniques to shift negative thinking patterns and encourage narrative healing. This one is a game-changer for self-brain surgeons who want to achieve healing, find hope, and break through to higher performance! Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don't miss the weekly exclusive training videos! Click here for the transcript Resources and Links My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of You
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The Three Lies Most People Believe (S13E8)
15/12/2025 Duração: 37minWhat if the biggest thing holding you back isn’t your circumstances but the lies you believe? In this episode, I expose three common lies that quietly undermine your health, happiness, and performance and that keep you stuck even when you’re trying hard to change. I’ll show you:
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Sunday Self-Brain Surgery #1: The Ascription Prescription (S13E7)
14/12/2025 Duração: 39minWelcome to the inaugural episode of "Sunday Self-Brain Surgery," a new series aimed at going deeper into the spiritual side of our faith-science integration that lies at the heart of self-brain surgery. I introduce the concept of intentional engagement with our spiritual selves and discuss the benefits of practices like meditation, prayer, and gratitude for mental resilience and physical health, backed by neuroscience. Central to this episode is a self-brain surgery operation called "The Ascription Prescription,” a method of enhancing self-worth and relationships by focusing on positive qualities in ourselves and others. I provide practical applications for cultivating gratitude and improving connections with loved ones through affirmations and loving expressions. We all know that life poses great challenges, but our spiritual responses can foster resilience and help us develop resilience and lead to flourishing. Click here for the transcript Resources and Links My book
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When You Feel Stuck (S13E6)
12/12/2025 Duração: 22minIt's Frontal Lobe Friday! In this episode, I introduce "The Unstuck Operation," a technique to overcome feelings of stagnation. We explore mental patterns that hinder progress and provide actionable strategies for breaking free. Highlighting insights from a listener, I emphasize the importance of mindset in self-brain surgery. I outline a process that includes recognizing negative thoughts, engaging in small tasks to spark motivation, and understanding the neuroscience behind our feelings. I give you practical tools to use faith and neuroscience together to get unstuck! Click here for the transcript Resources and Links My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of You Be sure to check out my latest book, Hope Is the First Dose! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here
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How You Get Stuck (S13E5)
10/12/2025 Duração: 16minIn this episode, we explore the common struggle of feeling stuck. There's good news, though: it's not your fault, as your brain naturally prefers safety over change. Today, we unpack how predictive processing leads us to rely on past experiences, which can trap us in outdated narratives. By examining four key neuroscientific concepts behind these patterns, you'll learn how your brain's wiring influences self-defeating cycles without implying moral failure. I teach you a five-step framework to help you regain control over your narratives, promoting a shift from a fixed mindset to one of growth. Are you ready to overcome being stuck and embrace transformation? Let's get after it! Click here for the transcript Resources and Links Our YouTube channel now has over 5,000 subscribers! Check it out, and learn all the fun and helpful benefits of becoming a member! My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of You
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How Self-Brain Surgeons Think (S13E4)
08/12/2025 Duração: 21minIn this episode, we explore how our thought patterns impact personal growth and healing. By examining the mindset of self-brain surgeons, we learn that overcoming feelings of being stuck starts with redefining our internal narratives. I share key strategies to audit thoughts, viewing them as events rather than commands, and highlight the importance of intentional mental focus in shaping our realities. This will help you critically evaluate your internal dialogues and apply core values for healthier mental practices. Click here for the transcript Resources and Links My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of You Be sure to check out my latest book, Hope Is the First Dose! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (Get my free Thought Biopsy
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Managing Chronic Stress (S13E3)
05/12/2025 Duração: 21minFrontal Lobe Friday is back! In this episode, I present a self-brain surgery operation to manage chronic stress and anxiety. I introduce the “gratitude graft,” which utilizes gratitude to foster mental resilience and help you find peace. We explore discuss how faith works with neuroplasticity to optimize emotional regulation, and I share techniques and scripture that helps you get it done. The episode emphasizes the importance of proactive mental health management to embrace your potential for transformation, ultimately guiding you toward a more fulfilling life. This isn't just a listening podcast- it's a self-brain surgery operation you can learn right now. So grab a notebook, and let's get after it! Click here for the transcript Resources and Links My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of You Be sure to check out my latest book, Hope Is the Fir
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Retrain vs. Rewire (S13E2)
03/12/2025 Duração: 39minIn this episode, I explore the profound impact of consciously retraining our minds. I discuss our innate capacity to be self-brain surgeons, emphasizing the necessity of intentionally guiding our brain's natural rewiring processes. We go deep into how our habitual responses shape our behaviors and the distinction between mind and brain. You will learn practical strategies to redirect negative thought patterns, illustrating the power of intentionality in achieving transformation and enhanced mental well-being. Click here for the transcript Resources and Links My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of You Be sure to check out my latest book, Hope Is the First Dose! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (Get my free Thought Biopsy Worksheet when you subscribe!) Pre-order
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Who Self-Brain Surgeons Are (S13E1)
01/12/2025 Duração: 30minIn this episode, we discuss the character traits of self-brain surgeons, a transformative process for taking control of mental and emotional well-being. We lean into the power of Triple H therapy to achieve healing, hope, and higher performance, and we embrace resilience, intentionality, and self-reflection as key traits of self-brain surgeons. Click here for the transcript Resources and Links My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of You Be sure to check out my latest book, Hope Is the First Dose! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (Get my free Thought Biopsy Worksheet when you subscribe!) Pre-order my new book, The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery and get three amazing bonuses! (Enter your receipt/order number to claim your goodies!)
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A Thanksgiving Self-Brain Surgery Operation (S12E97)
27/11/2025 Duração: 22minIn this episode, we discuss the importance of Thanksgiving as a time for reflection, gratitude, and personal transformation. We honor the struggle many face during the holidays, and I give you some things to use when it's hard to feel gratitude. This talk will help you break free from victimhood and embrace the potential for change. Starting with the miracle of the brain's neuroplasticity, we reinforce the ability to forge new pathways and reshape our lives, no matter our circumstances. You'll gain practical insights into how small, intentional actions can spark significant progress, and learn the empowering message found in 2 Timothy 1:7 to reclaim your spirit of power and love as you navigate this often challenging season. Click here for the transcript Resources and Links My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of You Be sure to check out my latest book, Hope Is the
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The Art and Science of Self-Brain Surgery™ (S12E96)
24/11/2025 Duração: 52minIn this episode, we go deep into both the science AND the art of self-brain surgery, combining neuroscience and faith to foster personal transformation. There is a special, YouTube-only video episode that gives you some bonus training for this episode! Please subscribe to my YouTube channel, and make sure you see the video called Learning the Thought Biopsy. You don't want to miss this training! As we're getting close to the February 2026 release of my new book, The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery, I want you to know in your soul that you can reshape your life by actively managing your thoughts. We discuss scriptural insights that align with neuroscience, illustrating how directing attention can physically alter your brain. Through tools like the thought biopsy, you can evaluate and replace unhelpful thoughts with empowering truth. Click here for the transcript Resources and Links My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of Yo
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When the Thing Won't Go Away (S12E94)
21/11/2025 Duração: 32minIn this episode, I explore the concept of overcoming persistent challenges that feel overwhelming, such as chronic illness or complex relationships. The discussion focuses on accepting unchangeable realities while reframing our perspectives to alleviate mental and emotional suffering. I emphasize the importance of fostering resilience through gratitude practices, achievable goals, and documenting emotions. You'll learn to transform your relationship with pain and adversity, viewing them as integral to your journey. Click here for the transcript Resources and Links My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of You Be sure to check out my latest book, Hope Is the First Dose! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (Get my free Thought Biopsy Worksheet when you subscribe!) Pre-order my new book,
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De-Anatomize to Revitalize Your Life (S12E93)
17/11/2025 Duração: 23minIn this episode, we go deep into the idea of how we can over-anatomize and over-pathologize ourselves, an exploration that challenges common narratives about mental health and personal identity. I ask you to reflect on the experiences of feeling limited by diagnoses such as anxiety, ADHD, or neurodivergence. Many of us internalize these labels, allowing them to dictate how we view our capabilities, relationships, and overall life trajectory. We often hear phrases that reference the functioning of our brain components like the frontal lobe, amygdala, or vagus nerve, and when those parts don’t operate as expected, we conclude that we are somehow less than or flawed.Drawing from a historical perspective, I discuss how the mechanistic approach to understanding existence, which began with Isaac Newton nearly 300 years ago, has shaped our perceptions in the Western world. This perspective encourages breaking things down into their individual components and suggests that we can fully understand a system by analyzi
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Microsurgery for Your Mood (S12E92)
14/11/2025 Duração: 37minIn this episode, we dive deep into a new self-brain surgery operation you can use when you're feeling down and out, "microsurgery for your mood." It's a part of my ongoing mission to empower you to take control of your emotional state and find pathways to healing, hope, and higher performance. Please subscribe to my YouTube channel! We're getting close to 5,000 subscribers, and I'm going to release a special YouTube-only video episode when we reach it! Click here to subscribe so you don't miss all the exclusive video content! Hey, if no one else has told you lately- I'm so proud of you for investing your time in this important self-brain surgery! Today we explore how recognizing your emotional condition can be the first step in not just understanding it but actively managing it to prevent harmful behaviors and reactions. As a neurosurgeon and someone who has faced personal adversity, my approach combines scientific insights with relatable experiences. I guide you through the transformative concept
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Surviving an Unwanted Divorce (S12E92)
10/11/2025 Duração: 50minIn this episode, I speak with bestselling author Lysa TerKeurst and Dr. Joel Muddamalle about surviving an unwanted divorce. Lysa shares her personal journey through emotional and physical turmoil, while we examine the ties between mental health and spirituality. We challenge misconceptions in the Christian community regarding valid reasons for divorce and highlight the importance of self-care and healing. Their collaborative book (along with therapist Jim Cress), Surviving an Unwanted Divorce, offers valuable insights for those navigating this difficult journey, making this episode a beacon of hope for listeners. Click here for the transcript (Note: Computer-generated transcripts are not perfect. The AI butchered the spellings of both Lysa TerKeurst and Joel Muddamalle's last names!) Resources and Links Lysa TerKeurst's website Dr. Joel Muddamalle's Website Their podcast, Theology and Therapy (with Jim Cress) My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year,
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How Does Real Change Happen? (S12E91)
07/11/2025 Duração: 44minIn this episode, I talk with my friend Mark Batterson, a New York Times bestselling author and the founding pastor of National Community Church in Washington, D.C. Together, we discuss his latest book, Gradually, Then Suddenly. This book encapsulates the journey of making significant life changes and achieving mastery over time. We discuss the gradual processes involved in transformation and how seemingly small, consistent efforts lead to breakthroughs and remarkable shifts in one's life. Mark eloquently shares the concept that major life transformations occur incrementally before manifesting in sudden ways. This principle parallels his own experiences and challenges faced during his personal and professional journey, reminding us that healing and growth often require persistence and faithfulness to the immediate tasks at hand. We touch upon the importance of maintaining a long-term vision and the impact this mindset has on overcoming adversity and building legacies that can positively affect future genera
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Will You Go? (S12E90)
04/11/2025 Duração: 45minTuesdays with Tata is Back! In this episode, I engage in a profound discussion with my father-in-law, Dennis McDonald, affectionately known as Tata, exploring the intersection of faith, spirituality, and everyday challenges. We relaunch "Tuesdays with Tata," focusing on how neuroscience and biblical teachings can collectively enhance our spiritual journeys. Tata shares his insights from Matthew chapter 10, illustrating the importance of trust in God amidst life's difficulties. We draw parallels between the trials of the early apostles and our modern experiences, highlighting themes of vulnerability, faith, and resilience in the face of hardship. This heartfelt conversation culminates in a prayer for strength and guidance, emphasizing gratitude and the ability to respond to life's uncertainties with faith and community support. Click here for the transcript Resources and Links My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of You
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The Settle-for-More Shift (S12E89)
03/11/2025 Duração: 46minIn this episode, we continue with 100 days of exploring self-brain surgery as a mechanism for personal growth and transformation, leading up to the launch of my next book, The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery. I introduce a new operation called the "Settle for More Shift," focusing on overcoming feelings of stagnation and dissatisfaction. I empower listeners to reassess their mindsets and identify areas of complacency through self-assessment and practical strategies like journaling. By fostering a growth mindset and using visualization techniques, I encourage you to replace limiting beliefs with empowering narratives. This journey emphasizes aligning your goals with deeper callings while resisting fear and self-doubt. I provide tools for proactive mental health and personal growth, inviting you to embrace the potential within and embark on a path of transformation. Click here for the transcript Resources and Links My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year,
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100 Days to a Transformed Life (S12E88)
01/11/2025 Duração: 49minIn this episode, we enter 100 days of exploring self-brain surgery as a mechanism for personal growth and transformation, leading up to the launch of my next book, The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery. Drawing from my experiences as a neurosurgeon and the loss of my son, I emphasize the necessity of reshaping our thought patterns to alter our circumstances. We do a deep dive into neuroplasticity and its role in overcoming sadness, sickness, stress, feelings of being stuck, and settling for less. I provide actionable strategies and principles that encourage you to take control of your mental narratives and foster meaningful connections. The discussion highlights the importance of envisioning your aspirations, addressing your past, and taking definitive steps toward a clearer future. Each episode this month will equip you with practical tools and insights for profound life transformation. I invite you to join me on this journey to harness your mind's power for healing, growth, and hopeful change. Cli
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The Question that Annihilates Anxiety (S12E87)
31/10/2025 Duração: 19minIn this episode, I take a moment to reflect on October and its impact on our journey together as Self-Brain Surgeons. As we transition into November, I want to introduce a shift in focus towards the core concept of self-brain surgery, a practice I believe will significantly enrich your life.With my forthcoming book, The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery, coming in February, November will set the stage for a deeper dive into the mechanics of self-brain surgery, as we explore its potential to reshape not just your thinking, but your entire life.As we embark on this transformative journey, I encourage you to challenge negativity in your thoughts and replace it with constructive possibilities. Embrace the idea that what you focus on in your mind can indeed come to fruition. I reintroduce the concept of the premortem analysis, a strategic approach for evaluating potential outcomes and redefining your path toward success.Your thoughts and perceptions shape your reality. Embracing a mindset of hope and poss