Strategies for Living

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 ne...

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 darkn...

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 ke...

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, a...

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...

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 childho...

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, f...

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, mos...

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 shar...

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 on...

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. F...

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 gen...

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 share...

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, s...

Join Lauren and Dr. David McMillian on Strategies for Living as they welcome internationally known psychic detective, medical intuitive, and spiritual teacher Nancy Orlen Weber , author of Soul Detective: How to Solve the Inner Mystery of You . In this powerful conversation, Nancy shares how intuitive gifts, journaling, breathwork, and inner awareness can help us heal old triggers, restore self-tr...

In this powerful episode of Strategies for Living , David and Lauren sit down with psychic intuitive, Reiki Master, author, and past-life regression hypnotherapist Karen Kubicko to explore the deeper layers of healing that take place across lifetimes. Karen shares her personal journey—from a near-death experience to uncovering multiple past lives—and explains how past life regression can release f...

In this special holiday episode of Strategies for Living , Dr. David McMillian and P-LPC Lauren Leon sit down with returning guest Dr. Stacie Slabaugh of The Balanced Life Wellness Center for a timely and heartfelt conversation about energy healing, stress relief, biofield tuning , and why experiences—not more stuff—make the best gifts . Stacie opens up about a breakthrough year at her wellness ce...

Are you ready for a healthcare experience that actually feels like care ? In this powerful episode of Strategies for Living , David and Lauren sit down with Dr. Todd Flowers and Family Nurse Practitioner Courtney Brooks of Mira Direct Primary Care —a model that is redefining patient-centered medicine in the Shreveport-Bossier region. Together, they explore why more patients are turning to direct p...

In this powerful episode of Strategies for Living , Dr. David McMillian and psychotherapist Lauren Leon McMillian sit down with Gary Tiemann and Henry Bieryla—advisory board members continuing the groundbreaking work of the late Dr. Walter Semkiw—to explore the science, spirituality, and psychology of reincarnation . Together, they dive deep into Edgar Cayce’s holistic revelations , the fascinatin...

What if the secret to real, lasting change lies beneath your conscious thoughts? In this enlightening episode of Strategies for Living , David and Lauren McMillian talk with life strategist Larry Valmore about the incredible power of the subconscious mind . Discover how your unconscious beliefs shape your daily choices, emotions, and even your physical health—and how to retrain your subconscious t...

In this heartfelt Strategies for Living episode, David and Lauren McMillian join Jay Murrell to welcome country artist Krystina B. — nurse practitioner, single mom, and rising singer-songwriter whose breakout hit song “Raising Men” is touching hearts across TikTok and beyond. Krystina opens up about her journey from small-town roots and low self-esteem to creative courage and national recognition....

In this episode of Strategies for Living , Dr. David McMillian and psychotherapist Lauren Leon McMillian sit down with Dr. Richard Balkin, author of Practicing Forgiveness: A Path Toward Healing (Oxford University Press). Together, they explore what forgiveness truly means—and what it doesn’t. From the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation to the emotional process of releasing resentme...

In this powerful episode of Strategies for Living , hosts David & Lauren McMillian sit down with Chief Wayne Smith and Corporal Chris Bordelon of the Shreveport Police Department to explore how community partnership, technology, and trust are transforming local policing. From the success of new substations to the city’s real-time crime center and innovative crime-reduction strategies, the conv...

What do Roman chariots, railroad tunnels, and rocket ships have to do with your family story? 🚀🐎 In this thought-provoking episode of Strategies for Living , Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian explore how the “tracks” we’ve inherited—through family systems, cultural traditions, and collective beliefs—can quietly shape the course of our lives. Using the famous “two horses’ behinds” sto...

Ever wish you could defuse a heated moment in seconds? In this episode of Strategies for Living , Dr. David McMillian and psychotherapist Lauren Leon McMillian share ten powerful, psychology-based phrases that instantly lower tension in difficult conversations. From “Let’s take a breath” to “I hear you,” these simple yet transformative tools draw on research in emotional intelligence, mindfulness,...