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Strategies for Living

David C. McMillian, Ph.D. and Lauren Leon McMillian, M.S.

Strategies for Living began in 1992 as a daily radio program on KEEL Radio in Shreveport, Louisiana focusing on Healthy Living in Body, Mind, Spirit, and Relationships. Strategies for Living continues to run Sunday-Friday on KEEL and also now runs weekly on HealthyLife.net hosted by its originator David McMillian, Ph.D. and joined by Psychotherapist Lauren Leon McMillian, M.S. (the two also happen to be married). Strategies for Living refers to guests as LIFE STRATEGISTS. Through the years, Life

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47:30

Back-to-School Brain Boost: Routines, Resilience &...

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2025/07/18

Get ready to head back to school with powerful, practical strategies in this energizing episode of Strategies for Living! Hosts Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian welcome back Life Strategist Donesa Walker of the world's best LearningRx to explore how parents, students, and teachers can set the stage for academic and emotional success.Discover the six essential healthy habits for a smoother school transition, the cognitive benefits of structured routines, and why IQ scores are rising at

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47:40

The 7 Types of Rest: What You're Missing Even with 8...

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2025/07/16

Ever felt exhausted even after a full night’s sleep? You're not alone—and there’s a reason. In this eye-opening episode of Strategies for Living Radio, Dr. David McMillian and psychotherapist Lauren Leon McMillian explore the groundbreaking work of Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith on the seven distinct types of rest we all need to avoid burnout and restore balance to body, mind, and spirit.Discover how physical, mental, sensory, creative, emotional, social, and spiritual rest each play a crucial role in our

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47:35

The Butterfly Effect of Grief: A Mother’s Sacred...

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2025/07/12

In this deeply moving episode of Strategies for Living Radio, hosts Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian welcome spiritual coach and bestselling author Vicki Menendez to share her extraordinary journey of grief, resilience, and transformation. After experiencing the unimaginable loss of all four of her children, Vicki channeled her pain into profound healing work, culminating in her powerful memoir, Crystal's Butterfly Effect: A Mother’s Journey from Loss to Transformation.Together, they

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47:40

Following the Yellow Brick Road: A Spiritual Journey...

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2025/07/11

In this soul-stirring episode, Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian welcome back beloved guest Father Nathan Castle, OP, author of And Toto Too: The Wizard of Oz as a Spiritual Adventure. Together, they explore how the timeless classic The Wizard of Oz mirrors our own spiritual journey, drawing on universal truths, the hero’s journey, and the search for home within.Father Nathan also shares details about his upcoming interfaith Zoom retreat (August 9 & 16), offering participants around

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47:30

Are You Really Fine? Resetting Body, Mind & Energy...

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2025/07/08

In this powerful episode recorded live at The Balanced Life Wellness Center, David and Lauren McMillian welcome Dr. Stacie Slabaugh for a deep dive into what it really means to be "fine" in a chronically stressed world. Discover how unresolved stress silently affects our nervous systems, immune function, sleep, and overall energy—even when we think we’re okay. Learn how biofield tuning, scalar energy, and nervous system literacy can help reset your body and spirit. If you're feeling burned out,

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47:20

Triggers Everywhere: How to Understand, Manage, and...

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2025/07/04

Feeling overwhelmed by unexpected emotional reactions? You’re not alone. In this insightful episode of Strategies for Living Radio, Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian dive deep into the world of psychological triggers—what they are, how they affect us, and most importantly, how we can transform them into tools for emotional growth and self-awareness.Discover the difference between internal and external triggers, learn grounding techniques, and explore powerful strategies like mindfulness,

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41:59

Dangerous Archetypes: What Carl Jung Warned Us About

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2025/07/02

In this powerful episode of Strategies for Living, Dr. David McMillan, Lauren Leon McMillan, and Jay Murrell explore the timeless wisdom of Carl Jung and the psychological archetypes he warned us to watch out for. From the chronic victim to the morally superior manipulator, these unconscious roles often sabotage our relationships and personal growth.Through insightful conversation and real-life examples, the team unpacks Jung's famous quote: "Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct

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47:27

Saving the Soul of the Airwaves: Kermit Poling & the...

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2025/06/30

In this powerful episode of Strategies for Living Radio, Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian sit down with maestro, musician, and public media champion Kermit Poling, General Manager of Red River Radio. With public broadcasting funding under national scrutiny, Kermit opens up about what’s at stake—locally and beyond.Discover the incredible reach of Red River Radio’s diverse programming, from classical music to health and spirituality, and how stations like KDAQ and KSCL serve as vital

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42:00

The Magic of Musicals & Community at the Robbys –...

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2025/06/25

In this lively and heartwarming episode of Strategies for Living Radio, Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian broadcast live from the Robinson Film Center in downtown Shreveport to spotlight The Robbys, the beloved annual fundraiser blending cinematic magic, community spirit, and the joy of musicals. Executive Director Wendell Riley joins as today's Life Strategist to share behind-the-scenes stories, unforgettable moments (including karaoke surprises!), and how the event supports film

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47:31

A Real Emergency: Joanna Sokol on Life, Trauma, and...

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2025/06/24

In this gripping and eye-opening episode of Strategies for Living Radio, hosts Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian welcome paramedic, author, and mental health advocate Joanna Sokol, author of A Real Emergency: Stories from the Ambulance. Joanna shares raw, heartfelt, and at times darkly humorous insights from a decade on the front lines as a 911 first responder.From the adrenaline-fueled highs of emergency calls to the emotional toll of burnout, staffing shortages, and COVID-19, this

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47:34

Marianne the Maker: Creativity, Kids, and the Healing...

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2025/06/24

In this inspiring episode of Strategies for Living, hosts Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian sit down with acclaimed author and podcaster Kelly Corrigan, co-creator of the new children's book Marianne the Maker. Together, they explore the vital role of creativity, unstructured play, and the maker mindset in children's cognitive and emotional development.Kelly shares how her collaboration with her daughter sparked a fresh take on storytelling, why engaged leisure matters for all ages, and

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47:35

Are We Truly Free? Exploring the First Truth: We Are...

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2025/06/21

In this powerful episode of Strategies for Living, Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian dive deep into the first truth from their new book, 10 Truths That Will Change Your Life: We Are Creators. With thought-provoking reflections on personal freedom, conscious living, and the hidden programs shaping our choices, this conversation invites listeners to ask a bold question—can we truly be free if we don’t recognize our role as creators of our own lives?David and Lauren explore how beliefs

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47:42

The Scrapbook: Heather Clark on Love, Legacy, and the...

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2025/06/19

On today’s Strategies for Living, Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian welcome back celebrated biographer and debut novelist Heather Clark for a powerful conversation about her new historical novel, The Scrapbook. Inspired by her grandfather’s haunting photos from the liberation of Dachau, Clark weaves a gripping tale of first love, inherited trauma, and emotional healing. Set between post-war Germany and 1990s America, the novel explores the enduring legacy of World War II and the deep

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47:37

Ghostwriting, Truth-Seeking & Life Stories with Dan...

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2025/06/18

In this fascinating episode of Strategies for Living Radio, Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian sit down with acclaimed ghostwriter and life strategist Dan Baldwin. Together, they explore the art and soul of ghostwriting, from telling untold stories to navigating nonfiction and motivational publishing. Dan shares behind-the-scenes insights into working with Emmy-nominated journalist Ralph Mayer, discusses the therapy of storytelling, and opens up about his passion for history,

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47:26

Questions to Change Your Life: Routines, Dream Jobs &...

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2025/06/18

In this thought-provoking episode of Strategies for Living, Dr. David McMillan, Lauren Leon McMillan, PLPC, and Jay Murrell unpack powerful questions designed to awaken deeper self-awareness and ignite conscious living.Inspired by a viral “We Think Deeply” post, this episode explores everything from daily rituals and dream jobs to emotional triggers and internal beliefs. The conversation takes insightful turns into morning routines, career transformations, and why living with intention might be the

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47:24

Tapping Into the Field: A Journey Through Grief,...

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2025/06/17

In this powerful episode of Strategies for Living, Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian welcome local author and spiritual explorer Sam Harrison to share the extraordinary story behind his Amazon best-selling book, Tapping Into the Field. After the tragic loss of his son, Sam experienced a profound spiritual awakening—including out-of-body experiences, channeled messages, and mysterious downloads of ancient knowledge. Together, we explore Sam’s path through grief and transformation, the

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47:29

Busy, Busy for the Lord: The Life and Legacy of...

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2025/06/13

In this heartwarming episode of Strategies for Living Radio, Dr. David and Lauren Leon McMillian welcome beloved Life Strategists Monsignor Earl Provenza and journalist Mary Ann Van Osdell to celebrate the launch of their new book, Busy, Busy for the Lord. This inspiring conversation explores Monsignor Provenza’s extraordinary 61-year journey of faith, service, and community impact—from humble beginnings in the Shreveport neighborhood of Allendale to decades of priesthood, storytelling, and

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47:33

Anomalous Experiences & the Subconscious Connection:...

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2025/06/12

Have you ever felt déjà vu, sensed someone watching you, or had a vivid dream that felt more real than reality? In this thought-provoking episode of Strategies for Living Radio, Dr. David McMillian and psychotherapist Lauren Leon McMillian dive into a groundbreaking new study on “anomalous experiences” — the strange, often spiritual or psychic events that defy conventional explanation. Discover how these experiences, once dismissed as signs of dysfunction, may actually point to a deeper

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47:28

Painfully Obvious, Easily Forgotten: Truths to Remember

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2025/06/11

🎙️ In this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode of Strategies for Living, David, Lauren, and Jay explore the truths of life we all know—but too often forget. From the fleeting nature of time and the importance of rest, to embracing personal responsibility, creativity, forgiveness, and presence, this episode invites listeners to reconnect with what matters most.✅ Why life’s brevity can be a wake-up call✅ The illusion of busyness vs. the power of purposeful rest✅ How to reclaim your role as

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47:32

Life at the Crossroads: Finding Purpose Beyond...

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2025/06/07

In this inspiring episode of Strategies for Living, David and Lauren McMillian welcome returning Life Strategist Jay Murrell to explore one of life’s most profound transitions: finding purpose after retirement. With humor, heart, and insight, they unpack the emotional journey of stepping away from a career and stepping into a new chapter of identity, meaning, and contribution.Whether you’re approaching retirement or already there, this conversation offers practical strategies and soulful reflections

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