It's Frontal Lobe Friday!Today, we talk about how going through hard things makes us more resilient, increases character, and produces hope. Faith and neuroscience smash together hard here, and show us the path forward when life brings us pain.Scriptures: Deuteronomy 22:22, Hosea 2:15, Romans 5:3-4, Proverbs 4:26, Hebrews 12:13 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!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) - Computer Update Woes
(01:20) - Tough Times during the Holidays
(03:04) - The Power of Doing Hard Things
(06:20) - Turning Troubles into Doors of Hope
(11:46) - Making Level Paths for Your Feet
(13:49) - Science Confirms the Power of Enduring Hardships
(19:58) - The Consequences of Taking the Easy Path
(21:07) - Navigating Hard Times and Making Level Paths
(24:42) - Introduction and Book Promotion