This time of year can be hard. But hey- you can do hard things! You can!Today, we go back a bit to learn the art of looking hard at our internal stories, and tomorrow we'll have a good talk about how our brains are wired to help us do hard things, and even grow from them!Support and boost your immune system with Armra! Use DRLEEWARREN code at checkout for a discount!Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!This episode includes material from October 16, Look Hard at Your Internal Stories. We look at the stories we tell ourselves, and learn the value of switching from writer to editor to make real changes in our lives. Plus, a lesson on the powerful part of your brain called the cingulate gyrus, and how it can help or hurt your life.Book Mentioned: The Deepest Place by Curt ThompsonScripture mentioned: Titus 3:4-6, John 1: 1-5Podcast mentioned: The Huberman Lab PodcastClick here to watch my interview on The 700 Club from last week.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to the show wherever you listen!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs!Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose!Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book!Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here!

(00:02) - Introducing the topic of self-improvement and upcoming episodes
(01:56) - Preparing for the "You Can Do Hard Things" episode tomorrow
(02:49) - The Power of Internal Stories
(06:59) - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
(10:43) - Overcoming insecurities and working hard to achieve success
(13:41) - Embracing authority to teach and help others overcome challenges
(20:05) - The Power of Epigenetics and Inherited Trauma
(22:37) - The Tension of Sharing Your Story and Making an Impact
(27:31) - The Role of a Good Editor in Shaping Your Story
(29:44) - Stuck in a Story: The Role of the Cingulate Gyrus
(32:11) - Increasing Tenacity and Willpower through Embracing Discomfort
(38:25) - Bringing Light to Dark Places
(40:44) - Transforming Your Mind for a Better Story
(41:37) - Introduction and Book Announcement