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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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What Our Grandmothers Knew: Nervous System Wisdom...

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2026/01/16

What if the key to nervous system regulation isn’t something new—but something we’ve forgotten? In this episode of Strategies for Living, Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian explore the quiet wisdom our grandmothers and ancestors lived by instinctively. From natural rhythms, screen-free repetition, and mindful eating to rest without guilt and connection without performance, this conversation reframes modern stress through an ancestral lens. Discover how simple, rhythmic living once

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The Art of Real Grit: Habits That Build Resilience...

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2026/01/15

What does real grit actually look like in everyday life? In this episode of Strategies for Living, Dr. David McMillian and psychotherapist Lauren Leon McMillian explore the art of real grit—not as toughness or endurance, but as resilience rooted in self-understanding, self-acceptance, and trust.Drawing inspiration from recent psychology insights, the conversation reframes grit as a mindset anyone can cultivate. Together, they unpack the habits naturally gritty people practice daily: emotional

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Mental Wealth: Building Resilience, Healing, and...

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2026/01/14

In this episode of Strategies for Living, Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian welcome Demitrius Brown, Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs at LSU Shreveport, to explore the inaugural MENtality Workshop: Mental Wealth. Together, they discuss why mental health, resilience, and emotional well-being are essential foundations for personal and community growth—especially for men.The conversation highlights practical strategies for building mental wealth, the power of resilience before crisis

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How to Know Yourself: Breaking Illusions That Keep Us...

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2026/01/09

What does it truly mean to know yourself—and why is it so hard to do?In today’s episode of Strategies for Living, we’re joined by University of Chicago professor and life strategist J. Eric Oliver, author of How to Know Yourself: The Art and Science of Discovering Who You Really Are. Together, we explore the hidden illusions that keep us stuck, including the “Gold Star” myth of success, the stories we live by but didn’t write, and the mistaken belief that the self is fixed rather than dynamic.This

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Waking the Sleeping Prophet: Edgar Cayce’s Timeless...

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2026/01/07

What can the teachings of Edgar Cayce, known as the Sleeping Prophet, offer us in today’s fast-paced, uncertain world?In this episode of Strategies for Living, David and Lauren McMillian are joined by psychotherapist Gary Tiemann and Edgar Cayce scholar Henry Bieryla for a deep and accessible conversation about Cayce’s timeless insights into holistic healing, consciousness, dreams, reincarnation, and the mind–body–spirit connection.Drawing from Cayce’s thousands of archived readings, the discussion

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Return to Nature: What Ospreys Teach Us About Home,...

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2026/01/06

In this episode of Strategies for Living, hosts David and Lauren Leon McMillan welcome bestselling author and nature writer David Gessner to discuss the 25th anniversary edition of his acclaimed book Return of the Osprey: A Season of Flight and Wonder.Through the remarkable recovery of the osprey—from near extinction due to DDT to its inspiring return—Gessner explores themes of patience, environmental responsibility, and what it means to truly come home. The conversation weaves together nature,

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’Twas the Week Before Christmas: Staying Grounded...

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2025/12/19

The week before Christmas can feel intense—emotionally, mentally, and physically. In this episode of Strategies for Living, Dr. David McMillian and Lauren McMillian explore why holiday stress peaks right now and why nothing is “wrong” with you if you’re feeling overwhelmed.Blending psychology, nervous system science, seasonal wisdom, and compassion, they unpack the clash between our biology’s need to slow down and a culture that demands we speed up. You’ll learn practical grounding strategies,

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Tis the Season to Go Within: Rest, Darkness, and the...

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2025/12/17

As the winter solstice approaches, David and Lauren McMillan invite listeners to slow down and reconnect with nature’s rhythm. In this reflective episode of Strategies for Living, they explore late fall as a sacred season of rest, introspection, and renewal—challenging a culture that glorifies constant productivity. Through psychology, biology, spirituality, and ancient wisdom, they reframe darkness not as something to fear, but as fertile ground for healing, integration, and the return of light. If

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50 Years of A Course in Miracles: Meaning, Miracles,...

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2025/12/13

In this special anniversary episode of Strategies for Living, Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian are joined by licensed clinical social worker and author Gary Tiemann to celebrate 50 years of A Course in Miracles.Together, they explore what A Course in Miracles really teaches—why it isn’t a religion, how it defines miracles as shifts in perception, and why changing the mind is the key to healing, peace, and personal transformation. The conversation weaves together psychology,

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Synchronicity, Survival, & the Power of Art: Nancy...

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2025/12/12

In this powerful episode of Strategies for Living, David and Lauren talk with author and artist Nancy Rosenfeld, whose book 50 Cents for a Life chronicles her father Bernard’s miraculous escape from World War II Europe — a true story of survival, synchronicity, resilience, and the healing power of art.Nancy shares how her father fled Lithuania at just 17, the decades of silence that followed, and the emotional discovery of the manuscript he wrote for his four daughters nearly 50 years later. She

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Leveraging Your Phone for Real Results: No-BS...

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2025/12/11

If marketing, social media, or sales feels overwhelming, this episode is your roadmap back to clarity. Today on Strategies for Living, David and Lauren sit down with SRT Sales Training founder Scott Tarkoski and Natasha Regard of No BS Marketing for a no-fluff conversation about what actually works in today’s digital landscape — and what you can stop wasting your time on.We dive into why so many business owners feel confused or intimidated by social media, what really holds people back from posting

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God Says You Can Trust Me: Nancy Frecka’s Near-Death...

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2025/12/10

What happens when you die… and come back? In this powerful episode of Strategies for Living, David and Lauren talk with author and pastor Nancy Frecka, who experienced two near-death experiences, floated above her lifeless body, traveled through a tunnel of light, and encountered Jesus and the unconditional love of God. Nancy shares what she saw, the moment her life review stopped on a childhood wound, and the spiritual lessons she was told she must bring back—especially about forgiveness, divine

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Signs You’re Becoming Your True Self

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2025/12/09

Are you becoming the person you were truly meant to be? In this inspiring episode of Strategies for Living, David and Lauren McMillian explore the subtle, but powerful signs that you're stepping into your authentic self. Together, they unpack what authenticity looks like in real life — from developing healthy boundaries and aligning decisions with core values to experiencing more synchronicity, flow states, gratitude, and self-compassion.Lauren and David dive into why we often lose our sense of

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How to Have Fewer Days That Suck: Unzip Holiday...

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2025/12/06

Feeling the holiday pressure? You’re not alone. In this uplifting episode of Strategies for Living, David and Lauren sit down with happiness and positive-energy expert Deborah Mallow, author of Six Steps to Fewer Days That Suck. Together, they explore practical, science-backed steps to reduce stress, build emotional resilience, and create more days filled with joy — even during the busiest, most triggering time of year.Deborah shares how micro-changes, intentional decisions, and realistic

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The Esteemed Priority: Creativity, Faith, & Divine...

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2025/12/04

In this inspiring episode of Strategies for Living, David and Lauren welcome legendary Louisiana creator Al Bohl—artist, bestselling author, award-winning filmmaker, animator, musician, and lifelong storyteller. Together, they explore the heart behind his viral short film The Esteemed Priority, a beautiful stop-motion silhouette animation about unconditional love and the Good Samaritan.Al shares the spiritual roots of his creativity, the power of divine appointments, and the decades-long journey

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How to Connect with Loved Ones on the Other Side –...

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2025/12/03

This episode of Strategies for Living explores one of our most requested topics: how to recognize signs from loved ones who have passed. As the holiday season intensifies emotions and thins the veil, David and Lauren welcome back past-life hypnotherapist and intuitive psychic Karen Kubicko for a heartfelt and empowering conversation.Karen explains how spirit guides, angels, and deceased loved ones communicate—through intuition, dreams, scents, signs, orbs, and even telepathy. She offers practical,

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Portal in the Pines: Local Filmmakers Bring Sci-Fi...

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2025/11/29

Step behind the scenes of Portal in the Pines, the brand-new sci-fi horror film created and filmed right here in Shreveport–Bossier. David and Lauren sit down with local life strategists Ted Ferguson and Eric Gibson to talk about the wild journey of indie filmmaking, writing and producing a full-length feature, collaborating with homegrown talent, and keeping the Louisiana film industry alive.From particle colliders and portals to local movie magic, this episode dives into creativity, perseverance,

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Dreams, Ancestors, & Healing: A Conversation with...

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2025/11/28

In this powerful episode of Strategies for Living, David and Lauren sit down with mind-body-spirit psychotherapist and author Linda Yael Schiller to explore ancestral dreaming—a transformative approach to healing generational wounds through dream work.Together, they dive into why we dream, how dreams connect us to our ancestors, and how unresolved trauma (and deep wisdom) is carried through generations. Linda explains the six ancestral “calls,” the importance of keeping a dream journal, and how

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Preserving the Past: Inside the Historic Hypolite...

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2025/11/27

Step back in time with David and Lauren as they welcome Adam Bordelon, Registrar of Voters for Avoyelles Parish and president of the historic Hypolite Bordelon Home. In this heartfelt and fascinating conversation, we explore the rich Louisiana history behind David’s great-great-grandfather’s 18th-century Creole home — now a cherished landmark on the National Register of Historic Places.Adam shares surprising stories about the home’s origins, its move into Marksville, the unique Creole architectural

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Unlocking Your Divine Potential: The Sovereign...

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2025/11/26

In this powerful episode of Strategies for Living, psychotherapist Lauren Leon McMillian and Dr. David McMillian sit down with internationally best-selling author, mindset mastery coach, and quantum healer Jeremy E. McDonald to explore The Sovereign Mindset: Unlocking Your Divine Potential.Jeremy shares profound insights from his new book, weaving together spiritual wisdom, emotional healing, subconscious programs, intuition, and practical tools for personal transformation.Together, we dive into: ✨

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