Operate: Documenting Your Progress, and Two Procedures to Change Your Mind (S12E4)

In this episode, I discuss practical steps for self-brain surgery™, focusing on the importance of documentation in understanding mental health. We explore the SOAP note method for tracking thoughts and concerns, and introduce two key techniques: the thought biopsy to examine negative thinking, and the whole system scan for comprehensive self-assessment through mindfulness.

I emphasize the need to align subjective feelings with objective reality to foster a proactive mindset. Listeners are encouraged to use accompanying worksheets for reflection and documentation, as consistent practice can lead to meaningful transformation in mental well-being.

Click here to download Dr. Warren's free Thought Biopsy worksheet!

Click here for a transcript of this episode!

Chapters

0:00 Introduction to Self-Brain Surgery™

3:36 Documenting Your Progress

5:36 The Chief Complaint

9:50 Understanding Subjective Experience

14:04 The Objective Assessment

22:02 Formulating the Assessment

23:39 Creating a Plan

27:33 The Importance of Documentation

45:36 The Whole System Scan

54:49 Conclusion and Next Steps

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