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The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast
Dr. Lee Warren
Frequency: 1 episode/2d. Total Eps: 879
A neurosurgeon’s science-backed approach to rewiring your brain for focus, resilience, and hope.Teaching you how faith and neuroscience together accelerate real transformation.
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Was This Really Necessary? Turning Suffering Into Endurance, Character, and Hope (S15E3)
Season 15 · Episode 3
lundi 15 juin 2026 • Duration 54:54
In this episode, I share my origin story to explore why I’ve so often asked God, “Was this really necessary?”
It will help you move from reactive “brain management mode” into reflective “self brain surgeon mode” through metacognition and tools like naming feelings and the thought biopsy.
I share how all the things I've been through- church abuse, divorce, war, PTSD, and child loss- led me often to question God. Then, you'll see how one dramatic perspective shift changed everything for me, and how it can change everything for you as well.
This one is raw, vulnerable, and will help you get after the hard and holy work of learning to trust God even in the hardest moments of your life.
Resources and Links
The most important book you'll read this year (besides the Bible) is my new one, The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery
The School of Self-Brain Surgery is live! You can get a taste for free by taking my powerful 3-part video training course, You Can Change Your Life. Get instant access for free by clicking here.
My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of You
If you need a dose of hope, read my book Hope Is the First Dose!
Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here!
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Self Brain Surgery vs. Manifestation: Neuroscience, Scripture, and Partnering with God (S15E2)
Season 15 · Episode 2
lundi 8 juin 2026 • Duration 31:13
In this episode, I answer a listener question about whether self-brain surgery is the same as manifestation.
You’ll learn that self-brain surgery is a biblical, God-centered partnership that applies legitimate neuroscience to mind renewal, not “law of attraction,” universalism, pantheism, or “name it and claim it.”
I explain that reality is shaped by perspective and the brain’s filters (reticular activating system) but must be aligned with God’s will.
Resources and Links
The most important book you'll read this year (besides the Bible) is my new one, The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery
The School of Self-Brain Surgery is live! You can get a taste for free by taking my powerful 3-part video training course, You Can Change Your Life. Get instant access for free by clicking here.
My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of You
If you need a dose of hope, read my book Hope Is the First Dose!
Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here!
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dr. Iain McGilchrist, Part I (S13E58)
Episode 58
lundi 13 avril 2026 • Duration 41:36
Join for me part one of an incredible talk about the mind, the brain, and how your brain sees the world, with renowned neuropsychiatrist and author, Dr. Iain McGilchrist.
We discuss his books, The Master and His Emissary, and The Matter with Things, his career, and how he became interested in the differences between the left and right hemispheres of the brain.
Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss part II next week!
Dr. McGilchrist's YouTube Channel is a great resource also.
Click here for the transcript
Resources and Links
The most important book you'll read this year (besides the Bible) is my new one, The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery
The School of Self-Brain Surgery is live! You can get a taste for free by taking my powerful 3-part video training course, You Can Change Your Life. Get instant access for free by clicking here.
My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of You
If you need a dose of hope, read my book Hope Is the First Dose!
Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here!
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Trauma Rounds: Am I Responsible? (S12E65)
vendredi 1 août 2025 • Duration 38:17
In this episode, we explore the complex relationship between personal responsibility and trauma in response to a listener's inquiry.
While we can't control the traumatic events we face, we can choose how to respond to them. Drawing on personal experiences and insights from neuroscience and scripture, I discuss actionable steps for healing, including seeking help and managing our mindset through self-brain surgery.
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!)
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Planning Your Self-Brain Surgery, Part 3 (S12E64)
Episode 64
lundi 28 juillet 2025 • Duration 50:20
(Make sure to listen to the first two parts in this series if you missed them!)
In neurosurgery, we change our approach to a case if the plan we had isn't producing the outcome we want. Good surgeons look objectively at their outcomes, and we're willing to change our approach to do the best thing for our patient.
In self-brain surgery, you are both the patient AND the surgeon, so being unwilling to change approaches is a form of self-malpractice. And that violates our first commandment: "I must relentlessly refuse to participate in my own demise."
Life inevitably brings trauma and hardships that create mental blocks. I've been studying these challenges for years, and I've discovered that understanding how to actively engage with our minds can significantly alter our life trajectories.
A principal takeaway is that negative experiences do not define us- our responses to those experiences do. The concept of self-brain surgery revolves around this transformative idea of harnessing our thoughts to influence real changes in our lives, promoting resilience, hope, and deeper connections with ourselves and others.
Today, we learn another approach for dealing with whatever life throws at us. How you approach these things makes all the difference in whether you thrive or crumble when things get hard.
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!)
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Brain Surgeon and the Therapist, with Gina Birkemeier (S12E63)
Episode 63
vendredi 25 juillet 2025 • Duration 01:06:43
Introducing a new, recurring series of episodes, The Brain Surgeon and The Therapist," where I connect with therapist Gina Birkemeier to explore the intersection of mental health, wellness, and resilience.
We discuss the concept of self-brain surgery to help listeners rethink their mental processes for a healthier life. Key themes include resilience, purpose, and navigating challenges such as chronic illness and trauma, as well as the complexities of grief in light of recent events.
We address listener questions and offer practical strategies for healing, emphasizing the emotional-physical pain connection. This conversation sets the stage for future episodes where we will dive deeper into personal growth and healing.
Click here for the transcript (note: computer-generated transcripts are not perfect. They consistently misspell names, for example!)
Resources and Links
Gina's website Gina's book, Generations Deep Generations Deep Journal
Gina's first appearance on the podcast
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!)
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Planning Your Self-Brain Surgery, Part 2 (S12E62)
Episode 62
lundi 21 juillet 2025 • Duration 47:55
Life inevitably brings trauma and hardships that create mental blocks. I've been studying these challenges for years, and I've discovered that understanding how to actively engage with our minds can significantly alter our life trajectories.
A principal takeaway is that negative experiences do not define us, our responses to those experiences do. The concept of self-brain surgery revolves around this transformative idea of harnessing our thoughts to influence real changes in our lives, promoting resilience, hope, and deeper connections with ourselves and others.
Today, we learn two approaches for dealing with whatever life throws at us. How you approach these things makes all the difference in whether you thrive or crumble when things get hard.
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!)
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mind and Brain, with Dr. Jeffrey Schwartz (S12E61)
Episode 61
vendredi 18 juillet 2025 • Duration 01:09:17
Join me for a conversation with world-renowned psychiatrist and neuroscience pioneer, Dr. Jeffrey Schwartz.
We discuss the mind-brain relationship, the stunning amount of control that people have over their thoughts, particularly in managing obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Schwartz challenges materialistic neuroscience views with his book You Are Not Your Brain, advocating for mindfulness and metacognition as tools for personal agency.
He introduces the "Four Steps" method to help control intrusive thoughts. We also talk about handling grief and hardship, with Dr. Schwartz highlighting the importance of healthy mourning, taking a holistic approach to mental health that combines scientific insights with spiritual wisdom, and encouraging transformation through self-awareness.
Chapters
Introduction to Self-Brain Surgery
The Power of Mindfulness
Jeffrey Schwartz's Journey
The Intersection of Mind and Brain
Mindfulness and Its Misinterpretations
The Role of the Wise Advocate
Understanding Grief and Mourning
Practical Applications for Everyday Life
The Four Steps Explained
Embracing the Soul and Mind Connection
Conclusion and Call to Action
Want more tools for rewiring your brain and renewing your mind?
Dr. Schwartz's book, Brain Lock
Dr. Schwartz's book, The Mind and the Brain
Dr. Schwartz's book, You Are Not Your Brain
🎙️ Subscribe to The Self-Brain Surgery with Dr. Lee Warren Podcast for weekly strategies to change your brain—and your life.
📖 Grab my book Hope Is the First Dose for a roadmap to recovery and transformation.
📘 And stay tuned for The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery—coming February 2026!
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Planning Your Self-Brain Surgery (S12E60)
Episode 56
lundi 14 juillet 2025 • Duration 46:15
This episode provides a re-introduction for new listeners into the transformative concept of self-brain surgery, a revolutionary approach that combines neuroscience with faith to empower individuals to reshape their mental health and life experiences. If you've been listening for a while, this will remind you of where we start on our journey to change our minds and change our lives.
I reflect on how our conversations on the podcast over the past year contributed to the development of my upcoming book, The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery, which is set for release in February.
While navigating the complexities of life, I also share my journey of connecting with the audience during the book-writing process, where I used our podcast as a platform to explore ideas and refine the messages intended for the book.
I introduce new listeners to the principles behind self-brain surgery and the significance of engaging in an ongoing journey of self-awareness and improvement.
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!)
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Through the Valley of Grief, with Mattie Jackson Smith (S12E59)
Episode 59
vendredi 11 juillet 2025 • Duration 52:20
In this episode, I explore the themes of grief, hope, and healing with Mattie Jackson Smith, an author who opens up about her journey following the loss of her husband.
We discuss her new book, Through the Valley of Grief, a 365-day devotional meant to support those navigating grief. Mattie shares her personal story and emphasizes the complexity of grief while detailing her grief management course designed for those beginning to tackle their emotions.
We unpack four key practices from her book—Wail, Worship, Connect, and Hope—that serve as essential tools for healing and community. Mattie highlights the importance of finding mentors and pace people who can offer hope and support during difficult times.
This conversation aims to inspire listeners to engage with their own healing processes and recognize the transformative potential that can emerge through adversity.
Click here for the transcript (Remember: computer-generated transcripts can have errors)
Chapters
Introduction to Grief
Reintroducing Maddie Jackson Smith
Maddie's Journey of Loss
The Impact of Grief
Finding Hope After Loss
Writing Through Grief
The Importance of Connection
The Courage to Connect
Four Rhythms of Grief
Navigating the Valley of Grief
Maddie's Grief Course
Conclusion and Giveaways
Resources and Links
Mattie has a powerful 6-week guided course to help you heal. She's given us a 20% discount if you use code BRAINSURGERY at checkout (that's not an affiliate link; just a discount for you!)
Mattie's devotional journal, Through the Valley of Grief, is essential if you're hurting
Her book Lemons on Friday is one of the best books on finding your way through grief I've ever read, and Mattie is on the podcast today to give you hope!
Mattie's podcast is incredible: In Joy Life (Click here to listen to my appearance on her show)
📚 More Tools for Changing Your Brain
🎙️ Subscribe to The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast for weekly strategies to change your brain—and your life.
📖 Grab my book Hope Is the First Dose for a roadmap to recovery and transformation.
📘 And stay tuned for The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery—coming February 2026!
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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