What's God Got To Do With It? With Leanne Ellington

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Are you looking to carve out your own spiritual path and connect with a higher power? Maybe you’re on a quest for meaning, purpose, or a sense of belonging?   Perhaps you grew up in a religion that doesn’t quite align with who you are now, or maybe you’ve lost your connection to God and want to find your way back?   Or if you’re like a lot of people, you’re simply trying to make sense of a world that sometimes seems overwhelming and confusing…   Welcome to "What's God Got To Do With It?" – a podcast that’s anything but preachy, but will cut through the noise to meet you exactly where you are in your journey – without judgment or shame. It’s your spiritual safe space, where skepticism and doubt are welcome.   Join our host, Leanne Ellington, a once-skeptical bacon-loving, Hebrew-speaking Jew who, wrestling with her own beliefs, set out on a quest to discover her own faith and found God in the most unexpected places.   Leanne, a “self-image scientist” will be your companion and guide on this incredible adventure, sharing her own unconventional journey while inviting you to discover your own spiritual path and connect with a higher power in a forum where you can build confidence and feel supported.   And if you're wondering What's God Got To Do With It? The short answer is....EVERYTHING!

  1. The Spiritual Cost of Food and Body Fixation

    1D AGO

    The Spiritual Cost of Food and Body Fixation

    You think your struggle with food is about willpower. Or that your body image issues are just about confidence. But what if the real cost isn’t on the scale, but it’s actually in your spirit? In this powerful episode, Leanne Ellington pulls back the curtain on what food and body obsession is really stealing from you. From missed moments with your kids to constant inner criticism and spiritual disconnection, she exposes how fixation around food and your body hijacks your peace, your presence, and your identity. But this isn’t just about the pain. It’s about the pathway to healing. Leanne reveals how your brain was designed by God to heal, and introduces the science behind how that healing actually happens—through identity rewiring, spiritual renewal, and working WITH your brain instead of against it. This episode will help you:- Understand how food and body obsession hijacks your God-given peace, rewires your brain for fear and shame, and drains your spiritual bandwidth- Finally put words to the invisible war you’ve been fighting—between your faith and your fixation, your logic and your longings- See why white-knuckling through cravings or repeating “I love my body” in the mirror won’t work if your nervous system still feels unsafe—and what to do instead to rewire it at the root Because God doesn’t just want your body free. He wants you free. HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington  To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com. Follow Leanne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leanneellington/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    37 min
  2. From Theory to Transformation: Becoming Your Own Surgeon

    JAN 27

    From Theory to Transformation: Becoming Your Own Surgeon

    In this final part of the series, Dr. Warren brings it all together — turning the science, the faith, and the commandments into a daily, livable, empowering practice. He shares how hope is the first dose, but action is the medicine. How transformation isn’t an event, but a series of tiny, faithful choices. And how to become the kind of person who notices, names, and rewires thoughts in real time—right in the middle of stress, uncertainty, fear, and life happening. This episode is about reclaiming agency… with God as your guide. It’s about partnering with the One who designed your brain for healing. And it’s about stepping into a version of yourself that is clearer, calmer, more grounded, and more connected to God than ever before. If you’ve ever wanted a roadmap for what inner healing looks like day-to-day, this conversation is it. GUEST: Dr. Lee Warren // wleewarrenmd.com // @drleewarrenDr. Warren's Podcast: https://wleewarrenmd.com/podcast/Pre-Order Dr. Warren's New Book: DrLeeWarren.com/preorder HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington  To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com. Follow Leanne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leanneellington/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    14 min
  3. The Ten Commandments of Self-Brain Surgery: A Framework for Healing

    JAN 20

    The Ten Commandments of Self-Brain Surgery: A Framework for Healing

    In this episode, Dr. Warren unveils the heartbeat of his work: The Ten Commandments of Self-Brain Surgery — a framework rooted in science, anchored in Scripture, and powerfully practical for everyday life. He walks us through why “Feelings are not facts,” why you can’t change your life without changing your mind first, and why choosing joy is not naïve… but neurologically sound. These commandments aren’t rules — they’re invitations. Invitations to step out of self-sabotage, emotional spirals, and “accidental” thinking, and into the healing God always intended for us. This conversation is one of those rare ones that feels like a wake-up call and a warm embrace at the same time. If you’re ready for clarity, courage, and a blueprint for personal healing, this episode will become one you return to again and again. GUEST: Dr. Lee Warren // wleewarrenmd.com // @drleewarrenDr. Warren's Podcast: https://wleewarrenmd.com/podcast/Pre-Order Dr. Warren's New Book: DrLeeWarren.com/preorder HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington  To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com. Follow Leanne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leanneellington/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    13 min
  4. Faith and Neuroplasticity: How God Designed You to Renew Your Mind

    JAN 13

    Faith and Neuroplasticity: How God Designed You to Renew Your Mind

    In this heart-expanding episode, Dr. Warren shows us how modern neuroscience is finally catching up to what Scripture has told us all along: that our minds can be renewed, reshaped, and transformed from the inside out. Drawing from decades in the operating room and a lifetime of faith, he breaks down the beautiful reality of “mind-down control”—the God-given ability your mind has to influence the physical structure of your brain. And he does it in a way that makes even the most complex science feel accessible, empowering, and deeply hopeful. Whether you’ve battled anxiety, negative self-talk, shame, or long-standing thought patterns that seem impossible to break, this episode shows you why your story is not fixed… and why change is not only possible, but promised. This is the science of neuroplasticity. This is the truth of Romans 12:2. And this is your invitation to experience healing in a completely new way. GUEST: Dr. Lee Warren // wleewarrenmd.com // @drleewarrenDr. Warren's Podcast: https://wleewarrenmd.com/podcast/Pre-Order Dr. Warren's New Book: DrLeeWarren.com/preorder HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington  To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com. Follow Leanne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leanneellington/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    17 min
  5. What Is Self-Brain Surgery?

    JAN 6

    What Is Self-Brain Surgery?

    In this powerful opening episode, Dr. Lee Warren invites us into the world where faith and neuroscience meet — not in theory, but in real, everyday transformation. As a practicing neurosurgeon, Dr. Warren has operated on the most delicate organ in the human body…yet he reminds us that some of the most life-altering “surgery” doesn’t happen in the operating room at all. He shares how every thought we think literally reshapes the brain, often without us realizing it. And that’s where Self-Brain Surgery begins: the moment we stop letting accidental patterns drive our lives, and start intentionally partnering with the God who designed our minds. In this conversation, Dr. Warren breaks down why so many of us feel stuck in fear, worry, and overwhelm — and why hope is not just an emotion, but the first step of real transformation. This episode will help you see your mind differently, your faith differently, and yourself differently. GUEST: Dr. Lee Warren // wleewarrenmd.com // @drleewarrenDr. Warren's Podcast: https://wleewarrenmd.com/podcast/Pre-Order Dr. Warren's New Book: DrLeeWarren.com/preorder HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington  To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com. Follow Leanne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leanneellington/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    15 min
  6. Faith in the Digital Age: Finding God’s Voice Amidst Social Media Noise

    12/30/2025

    Faith in the Digital Age: Finding God’s Voice Amidst Social Media Noise

    In a world of endless scrolling and curated highlight reels, staying connected to God’s voice can feel nearly impossible. Social media is a powerful tool, but it’s also one of the loudest and most distracting spaces we navigate daily. In this episode of What’s God Got To Do With It?, Leanne gets real about the impact social media has on our hearts, minds, and faith walks. From the comparison trap to the constant stream of noise, she breaks down how these digital habits affect our relationship with God—and how we can take steps to reclaim peace and clarity. Join Leanne as she shares her own struggles with social media, relatable client stories, and actionable steps to navigate faith in the digital age. Discover how to: - Quiet the noise by setting boundaries and curating your feed with intention.- Use social media as a tool for faith instead of letting it be a source of anxiety.- Create space for stillness to reconnect with God’s voice.- Find freedom in prioritizing God’s truth over the endless chatter of the online world. HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington  To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com. Follow Leanne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leanneellington/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    19 min
  7. Breaking Free from Food Obsession in Your 20s: Carley’s Story

    12/23/2025

    Breaking Free from Food Obsession in Your 20s: Carley’s Story

    When Carley found herself constantly thinking about food—either obsessing over dieting or feeling like a failure for not being able to stick with anything—she knew something had to change. She was sick of the all-or-nothing mindset, the endless rules, and the guilt that always followed. But as the youngest woman to ever go through the Stressless Eating program, she also knew she didn’t want to carry this struggle into the rest of her life. In this episode, Carley opens up about what it felt like to be trapped in a cycle of food obsession, why she finally decided to get help, and how she rewired her brain to break free. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by all the conflicting advice out there or wondered if you’d ever find peace with food, Carley’s journey will show you that real, lasting change is possible—at any age. HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington  To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com. Follow Leanne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leanneellington/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    45 min
  8. The Real Cost of Comparison: How Envy and Jealousy Affect Your Faith Walk

    12/16/2025

    The Real Cost of Comparison: How Envy and Jealousy Affect Your Faith Walk

    In today’s episode of What’s God Got to Do With It? we’re diving deep into a struggle we’ve all faced: comparison. Whether it’s scrolling through Instagram, seeing someone else’s success, or feeling like you’re falling short in your own faith walk, comparison is a sneaky thief that steals our joy, gratitude, and connection to God. Leanne explores the real cost of comparison—how it can plant seeds of envy and even make us question God’s goodness—and explore practical, faith-filled steps to break free. From practicing radical gratitude (and the neuroscience behind how it rewires your brain!) to celebrating others without comparison, we’ll learn how to turn jealousy into connection and curiosity. Most importantly, we’ll anchor ourselves in God’s truth, reminding ourselves of the unique and beautiful plans He has for each of us. If you’re ready to stop letting comparison steal your peace and start walking confidently in your own God-given path, this episode is for you, because What God has for you is yours. HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington  To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com. Follow Leanne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leanneellington/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    17 min
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Are you looking to carve out your own spiritual path and connect with a higher power? Maybe you’re on a quest for meaning, purpose, or a sense of belonging?   Perhaps you grew up in a religion that doesn’t quite align with who you are now, or maybe you’ve lost your connection to God and want to find your way back?   Or if you’re like a lot of people, you’re simply trying to make sense of a world that sometimes seems overwhelming and confusing…   Welcome to "What's God Got To Do With It?" – a podcast that’s anything but preachy, but will cut through the noise to meet you exactly where you are in your journey – without judgment or shame. It’s your spiritual safe space, where skepticism and doubt are welcome.   Join our host, Leanne Ellington, a once-skeptical bacon-loving, Hebrew-speaking Jew who, wrestling with her own beliefs, set out on a quest to discover her own faith and found God in the most unexpected places.   Leanne, a “self-image scientist” will be your companion and guide on this incredible adventure, sharing her own unconventional journey while inviting you to discover your own spiritual path and connect with a higher power in a forum where you can build confidence and feel supported.   And if you're wondering What's God Got To Do With It? The short answer is....EVERYTHING!

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  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
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