Mattie Jackson Smith's World Was Shattered(Bringing you this bonus episode in preparation for a brand new conversation with Mattie that will drop Friday on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast)Just shy of her one-year anniversary with her husband Ben, a seemingly small accident left her widowed and wondering where God was. Her story is full of grief, pain, and loss, but lands on hope and a future full of God's kept promises. 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)Mattie's book is available everywhere books are sold.
(00:06) - Introduction to Maddie Jackson-Smith
(02:07) - The Importance of Faith in Hard Times
(08:05) - Maddie's Journey Through Grief
(14:09) - The Struggles of Doubt and Anger
(19:34) - Identity and Acceptance in Loss
(24:38) - A Turning Point: Hands Up, Hands Off
(30:44) - Finding Redemption and New Joy
(32:55) - Advice for Those in Fresh Grief
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Your Brain on Addiction, Recovery, Healing, and Hope: Caroline Beidler
This episode of The Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast is guest-hosted by my good friend Caroline Beidler, a writer, and long-term recovery advocate. Caroline shares her personal journey with addiction and trauma, emphasizing the complex and multifaceted nature of addiction. She discusses how understanding the biological impacts of substance use and the concept of neuroplasticity can foster recovery and healing. Caroline critiques outdated campaigns like 'This is Your Brain on Drugs,' advocating for a hopeful approach to addiction that combines faith, community, and grace. The discussion includes insights into how recovery can restore cognitive function and emotional stability, providing a message of hope for individuals and their loved ones struggling with addiction.This one will help you if you're struggling with these issues, or if you love someone who is in recovery, dealing with addiction, or suffering from trauma or tragedy.Chapters0:10 Introduction to Recovery and Hope2:38 Caroline Takes the Helm4:14 Understanding Addiction and Its Impact7:39 The Truth About Addiction10:34 The Science of Recovery17:02 Neuroplasticity and Change21:43 Healing Through Recovery22:57 Embracing the Promise of Recovery24:03 Conclusion and ResourcesLinks and resourcesCaroline's websiteCaroline's most recent book, You Are Not Your TraumaCaroline's book, Downstairs ChurchCircle of Chairs, Caroline's powerful Substack community
(00:10) - Introduction to Recovery and Hope
(02:38) - Caroline Takes the Helm
(04:14) - Understanding Addiction and Its Impact
(07:39) - The Truth About Addiction
(10:34) - The Science of Recovery
(17:02) - Neuroplasticity and Change
(21:43) - Healing Through Recovery
(22:57) - Embracing the Promise of Recovery
(24:03) - Conclusion and Resources
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A Template for Life-Changing Prayer (Tuesdays with Tata)
In this episode of Tuesdays with Tata on Spiritual Brain Surgery, Dr. Lee Warren and Tata delve into the significance of the Lord's Prayer as a model for personal prayer. They explore the impact of each part of the prayer, emphasizing the importance of connecting with God relationally, seeking His will, and relying on His provisions. They also discuss handling temptation, spiritual warfare, and the necessity to forgive others. The conversation highlights the global community's need for prayer and support, and culminates with Tata leading a heartfelt prayer.ChaptersIntroduction and Technological FeatsA Funny Running IncidentCommunity and Prayer RequestsThe Lord's Prayer and Its SignificanceUnderstanding God's Will and SufferingUnderstanding the Lord's PrayerDaily Dependence on GodForgiveness and ReconciliationSpiritual Warfare and TemptationThe Power and Glory of GodThe Importance of PrayerClosing Prayer and ReflectionsResources and Links:📖 My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of You🎙️ Subscribe to The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast for weekly strategies to change your brain and life.📖 Grab my book Hope Is the First Dose.
(00:09) - Introduction to Spiritual Brain Surgery
(00:46) - New Technology Breakthrough
(04:42) - The Importance of Prayer
(07:07) - Understanding the Lord's Prayer
(11:17) - Connecting with God Relationally
(14:25) - The Role of Free Will
(18:54) - Spiritual Warfare and Temptation
(24:24) - Closing Thoughts on Prayer
(26:30) - Encouragement to Practice Prayer
(32:33) - Conclusion and Next Steps
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The Neurobiology of Suffering: Bridging Faith and Science
In this episode, Dr. Lee Warren dives deep into the neurobiology of suffering, building on last week's theological exploration of the same topic. He emphasizes the importance of understanding both the spiritual and scientific perspectives on suffering to effectively manage it. The discussion covers the physiological processes involved in pain perception and chronic pain syndromes, highlighting the roles of neuroplasticity and cognitive behavioral therapy. Dr. Warren shares insights from medical research and personal experiences, offering practical steps to help individuals reframe and revalue their pain for better mental health. He also underscores the significance of integrating faith and science to navigate through life's challenges.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Recap01:33 The Neurobiology of Suffering10:54 Understanding Pain Processing17:11 Chronic Pain and Neuroplasticity25:54 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Hope35:25 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsResources and Links:📖 My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of You🎙️ Subscribe to The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast for weekly strategies to change your brain and life.📖 Grab my book Hope Is the First Dose.
(00:08) - Introduction to Spiritual Brain Surgery
(00:44) - The Neurobiology of Suffering
(04:14) - Understanding Pain and Suffering
(09:06) - Chronic Pain and Its Impact
(11:38) - Pain Processing and Survival
(24:44) - Neuroplasticity and Chronic Pain
(26:29) - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Insights
(31:17) - Reframing Pain and Suffering
(35:23) - Embracing Neurobiology for Healing
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A Hard Look at Suffering
If God is Good, Why is There Suffering?A hard look at the biggest question: why is life so hard if God loves us?Here's a look at the answer, and what to do about it!Scripture: Romans 5:3-5, James 1:2-4, Proverbs 2:10Book Mentioned: Is God Real? by Lee StrobelChapters00:00 Introduction to Spiritual Brain Surgery01:00 Purpose and Vision of the Podcast01:41 Exploring the Topic of Suffering01:43 Revisiting Early Episodes02:08 The Neurobiology of Suffering02:28 Season Two and Subscriber Information03:35 Deep Dive into Suffering03:57 Personal Reflections on Suffering04:43 Theodicy and Philosophical Questions05:31 Listener Questions and Chronic Suffering06:30 Personal Story and Theodicy12:22 Philosophical Insights on Suffering18:20 The Bear Analogy20:32 Understanding Suffering Through Analogy21:51 God's Perspective on Suffering22:22 The Role of Free Will in Suffering23:11 The Origin of Human Suffering23:56 The Bigger Picture of Good and Evil24:21 Critiquing God and the Long Narrative25:53 God's Plan for Redemption27:00 Personal Growth Through Suffering29:23 The Purpose of Suffering34:43 The Story of the Thai Cave Rescue38:19 The Ongoing Battle Against Evil39:31 Finding Strength in FaithResources and Links:📖 My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of You🎙️ Subscribe to The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast for weekly strategies to change your brain and life.📖 Grab my book Hope Is the First Dose.
(00:08) - Introduction to Spiritual Brain Surgery
(00:44) - The Purpose of Suffering
(03:25) - Exploring the Neurobiology of Suffering
(03:51) - Why We Suffer
(05:42) - The Nature of God and Suffering
(10:41) - Theodicy and Our Questions
(15:28) - Finding Hope in Suffering
(20:27) - Perspective on Suffering
(25:05) - Growth Through Pain
(31:05) - The Purpose Behind Our Suffering
(32:10) - God’s Presence in Our Pain
(35:29) - The Story of Redemption
(38:17) - Conclusion: The Answer is Jesus
When life gets hard, does what we think we believe hold us up, or does it crumble under the weight of doubt? I'm your host, Dr. Lee Warren- I'm a brain surgeon, author, and a person who's seen some stuff and wondered where God is in all this mess. This is The Spiritual Brain Surgery podcast, where we'll take a hard look at what we believe, why we believe it, and the neuroscience behind how our minds and our brains can smash together with faith to help us become healthier, feel better, and be happier so we can find the hope to withstand anything life throws at us. You've got questions, and we're going to do the hard work to find the answers, but you can't change your life until you change your mind, and it's gonna take some spiritual-brain surgery to get it done. So let's get after it.
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