I stood outside in Iraq while mortars fell and realized I had zero control over where the next one would land. I felt that same helplessness the day my son Mitch died. What got me through both was a verse I preached to myself until my mind believed it:... "And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together." Colossians 1:17 (ESV) That's self-brain surgery. When you can't control your circumstances, your brain sounds the alarm on repeat. But your mind is in charge of your brain, and you get to choose what it rehearses. Every time you tell yourself the truth that Jesus is holding this, you strengthen a pathway of trust instead of panic. The fourth commandment of self-brain surgery is I must believe that my mind is in charge of my brain. It's hard and holy work. Save this for the day you need it, and share it with someone who's under fire right now. I'm your friend Dr. Lee Warren, hopefully your favorite brain surgeon. Hit that follow button for more connections between neuroscience and faith every day. Click the link in my bio to learn more about The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery. #selfbrainsurgery #anxiety #control #mentalhealthshow more

Doctor, I have been thinking alot about your posts lately. Really trying to "reframe" my brain by changing my thoughts. Right now I am homeless, unemployed and completely alone and struggling with my mistakes from the past. But I cling to the cross and trust that the Lord is moving, working, etc. God has provided shelter (huge blessing!) and I know will eventually supply work and money. Great verse in Colossians. I have also been thinking a lot about Romans 12:1-2. Thx again.

Amen. Glad it's helping. Praying for you.

Thank you.

so refreshing to see someone so highly educated and yet so grounded. Most of the surgeons I've met over the years are quite arrogant, and would rather refer to themselves as God then believe in Jesus. So sorry you lost your son, but your faith has obviously pushed you through. it's hard not to be overwhelmed by thoughts especially when you have a mind that seems turned on 24/7 like mine, but this is a good reminder.

Thank you

I lost my son in 2019. Unexpected and horrific. Many say to me " I don't know how you have endured" .. my reply... is " It's not me, it is HE "... God is a beginner and finisher and I am meant to trust him. Even in despair, anger, heartache, grief and immense pain.

I'm so sorry. Praying for you

Gonna make me cry.... Thank YOU so much! Those are always felt and mean the world to me!

When I’m troubled I say The Lords Prayer over and over until the calm comes and it always comes. Thy Will Be Done.

Amen. Thank you.

I needed to hear this today. Thanks, Doc.

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Thank you Dr Warren. Amen. This is the week anniversary of my son Jonathan leaving his Earth suit behind. And I am in Colossians also. What a beautiful highlight

I'm so sorry about Jonathan. Praying for you.

Beautiful post. Now I can say I have 2 favorite brain surgeons—you and @Dr_Ben_Carson !

Just ordered your hope book on Amazon to arrive today while staying on couch dealing with a weeping tunnel wound from surgical injury from January.

Thank you so much!

Keep talking to us Dr. Warren. Your posts are so important.

Thank you, Dr. for this very timely message. Peace be with you.

I don’t know why, but this is what works for me, 1 Thessalonians 5:18 “ In everything give thanks, for this is God‘s will for you in Christ Jesus”. We are exactly where we need to be and exactly who we need to be today right now. God is in control whether we realize it or not.

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I lost my son too, thank you for sharing 🙏🏽

I'm so sorry. Praying for you.

Another critical aspect is during moments of desperation you are at the greatest risk of falling for all kinds of deceptions. In these moments your judgement is at its weakest requiring extra effort to hold on to self-control and principles to resist the deception.

This is such a blessing to me. Thank you. It fits so well with Br. Lawrence's Practicing the Presence of God. Life changing, life affirming habits tgat lead to a deep sense of peace and purpose, at least for me.

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Thanks doc. I have to remind myself quite a few times when am in doubt of fear that I have to "let go and let God" I never knew what that meant when I first heard heard the but now I am more aware it makes perfect sense. It's the way it's supposed to be

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Thank you so much for your words of encouragement, and most especially that they are grounded in Scripture.

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Thank you Dr Warren for your posts. I am grateful for your wisdom and for the Word of God that you share. You are touching hearts and minds. I am so sorry for your loss of your son. May God continue to bless you and to give you peace and comfort.

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Respect sir. Thank you

This has worked in my lifetime of 71 years everytime I stopped and took the time to realize what was happening and that God was over all things. So very good.

Could you please go a little deeper on your Brain and mind our not the same thing? I’m blown away right now…

Yes, my new book is all about it and there are lots of videos on my YouTube channel!

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Good word, Lee. Thank you

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Thank you, Doc, God bless you 🙏

This guy is healing minds

Thanks 🙏

AMEN! 🙏🙏🙏

Great stuff

Amen for truth.. strong to live by truth that brings hope

Thanks Doc!

I look forward to your posts, thank you

Wow. What a powerful message learning and reminder. Thank you Dr Lee!!! I am definitely sharing this

Thank you

Sometimes stress is so real that one spaces out. It seems our brain shuts down itself to keep going. Praying helps

Thank you

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Brillante

Reminds me of a great song “Held” by Natalie Grant - worth a listen!