It Starts With Attraction

Have a question you want answered? Submit it here!How well are you taking care of your skin? Skin health is essential for everyone, and good skincare should start early. Today, Kimberly is speaking with Lauren Vance, Lead Medical Aesthetician at a premier medical spa. Lauren shares the importance of diet, hydration, good SPF, vitamin C, and why you shouldn’t use towels to dry your face! You don’t want to miss this episode because you may think you are doing everything right in skincare, but you’ll be surprised! Men and women, this episode is for you!Today’s Speaker: Lauren Vance, Lead Medical AestheticianLauren Vance is the lead medical aesthetician at a brand new premier medical spa in Franklin,TN called Face It. Lauren has a background in early childhood education but decided to follow her passion in the beauty industry. Lauren has been an aesthetician for several years and continues to enhance her practice by pursuing additional classes to learn everything there is to learn about skincare. Lauren is certified in dermaplaning, light therapy, acne care, skin cancer care, chemical and enzyme peels, corrective skincare, and Lauren is a partner with many medical-grade skincare lines. She has a huge passion for helping her clients feel their most beautiful selves and finding their confidence.Social: Find Lauren on Facebook and Instagram. To purchase products, contact Lauren at lauren@faceitfranklin.comGet the Attraction Assessment by visiting PIESUniversity.com, scroll down and wait for the pop-up. You’ll LearnHow your diet can affect your skinThe importance of drinking water Why you shouldn't use a washcloth or towel to dry your faceEpisode: 66, Improve Your Skin Health with Medical Aesthetician, Lauren VanceYour Host: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and RelationshipsKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master's degree in psychology for over ten years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching how attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reach over 500,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best they can be.🔗 Website: https://itstartswithattraction.com📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlybeamholmes👀 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kimberlybeamholmesFollow our other channels!📺 https://youtube.com/@UC7gCCAhhQvD3MBpKpI_4g6w 📺 https://youtube.com/@UCEOibktrLPG4ufxidR8I4UQ

Have a question you want answered? Submit it here!Do you have a relationship in your life that is troubled? In today’s episode, you are going to hear from Stanford Professor Dr. David Bradford. David is well known for his course on Interpersonal Dynamics, or what the students call the “touchy-feely” class. David has his students build relationships by sharing personal feelings and creating interactions that help them grow and learn from each other.  You will learn how to improve your troubled relationships by applying Dr. Bradford’s techniques and tools. He shares when it’s good to be defensive vs. when it’s not and shares how to have respectful, honest, and trustworthy conversations that will strengthen your relationship. There is so much to unpack in this episode so grab your headphones and paper to takes notes. Enjoy the show!Today’s Speaker: Dr. David Bradford Ph.D., Senior Lecturer at Stanford Graduate School of BusinessDavid is the Eugene O’Kelly II Senior Lecturer Emeritus in Leadership at Stanford Graduate School of Business, where he helped develop Interpersonal Dynamics (“Touchy Feely”) and much of the School’s leadership curriculum. He is the author of numerous books, including Managing for Excellence, Influence Without Authority, and Power Up. He lives in Berkeley, California, with his wife of more than fifty years.Website: https://connectandrelate.com/Buy the book: Connect: Building Exceptional Relationships with Family, Friends, and Colleagues. Take the Connect AssessmentYou’ll LearnWhen being defensive is good vs. bad How your relationship obstacles can be good opportunities for growthHow to set boundaries without blame Season 2, Ep 03: Creating Exceptional Relationships from Stanford's Top Class ProfessorYour Host: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and RelationshipsKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master's degree in psychology for over ten years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching how attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reach over 500,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best they can be.🔗 Website: https://itstartswithattraction.com📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlybeamholmes👀 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kimberlybeamholmesFollow our other channels!📺 https://youtube.com/@UC7gCCAhhQvD3MBpKpI_4g6w 📺 https://youtube.com/@UCEOibktrLPG4ufxidR8I4UQ

Have a question you want answered? Submit it here!Are you interested in learning how to become more aware of yourself and your surroundings? In this episode, Scott shares how he became the VP of Mindfulness and Compassion at LinkedIn and why he took a chance to advocate and create the position. You will learn how mindfulness allows you to be more aware and therefore have more compassion for others. When we focus on small things to show compassion, you let others know that you care about them. Scott talks about micro compassions and what you can start doing today to take positive actions to be more compassionate. There is so much to learn in this episode that falls in line with the PIES. Pop in your headphones, go for a walk, and enjoy the episode! Today’s Speaker: Scott Shute, LinkedIn VP Head of Mindfulness & CompassionScott Shute is at the heart of LinkedIn‘s quest to create a culture of compassionate leadership, serving as VP of Global Customer Operations and Head of Mindfulness Programs. In both of his roles, Scott is working every day to align himself, his coworkers, and the company with a deeper understanding of member needs—and human needs in general—through data analysis, intentional listening, and swift action, in order to elevate LinkedIn’s collective wisdom and impact in the world. As a mindful leader, he has cultivated his mastery of meditation and awareness from his early days farming with his family in rural Kansas to leading thousands in meditation in Silicon Valley and beyond. Here we learn about the secret driver of his work and creative pursuits, including art photography and yoga, which is also the key to our happiness—with beautiful depth and a simple application that we can all put into practice.Website: www.scottshute.com/Order the book: The Full Body Yes Get the Attraction Assessment by visiting PIESUniversity.com, scroll down and wait for the pop-up. You’ll LearnThe difference between mindfulness and meditationHow to start a mindfulness practice How to use mindfulness to be more compassionate Season 2, Ep 02: Tips for Mindfulness and Self-Care from  LinkedIn VP, Scott ShuteYour Host: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and RelationshipsKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master's degree in psychology for over ten years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching how attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reach over 500,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best they can be.🔗 Website: https://itstartswithattraction.com📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlybeamholmes👀 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kimberlybeamholmesFollow our other channels!📺 https://youtube.com/@UC7gCCAhhQvD3MBpKpI_4g6w 📺 https://youtube.com/@UCEOibktrLPG4ufxidR8I4UQ

Have a question you want answered? Submit it here!We're kicking off the season with a wonderful testimonial from Adele Bester. You are going to love her story, and you'll leave the podcast feeling inspired and informed on how to start working on your PIES. Adele shares how she learned to let go and trust God. This story is a continuation of an incredible journey and the importance of hard work and self-love. You can hear more of Adele and Ren's story on the Relationship Radio podcast. Pop in your headphones, go for a walk, and enjoy the episode! Today’s Speaker: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement & RelationshipsKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master’s degree in psychology for over 10 years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching how attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reach over 200,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best they can be.  Website: www.PIESUniversity.comGet the Attraction Assessment by visiting www.PIESUniversity.com, scroll down and wait for the pop-up. You’ll LearnTips on prioritizing your PIESThe importance of sleepWhy you may want to "Let go and let God."Season 2, Ep 01: Motivation, Dedication, and Having a Why with Adele BesterYour Host: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and RelationshipsKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master's degree in psychology for over ten years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching how attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reach over 500,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best they can be.🔗 Website: https://itstartswithattraction.com📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlybeamholmes👀 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kimberlybeamholmesFollow our other channels!📺 https://youtube.com/@UC7gCCAhhQvD3MBpKpI_4g6w 📺 https://youtube.com/@UCEOibktrLPG4ufxidR8I4UQ

Have a question you want answered? Submit it here!Season 2 is back! We've got a new look and a super exciting second season for you!  We are delighted to give you amazing interviews, new topics, and a theme for each month!We are kicking off August, covering various topics on relationships, from workplace relationships to parenting. In addition, you'll hear from a LinkedIn VP share tips on mindfulness and self-care in the workplace, and you'll also hear how Dr. Mellin works through emotional brain training with Kimberly.Get ready for an all-new season next Tuesday, August 10th.    Your Host: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and RelationshipsKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master's degree in psychology for over ten years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching how attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reach over 500,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best they can be.🔗 Website: https://itstartswithattraction.com📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlybeamholmes👀 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kimberlybeamholmesFollow our other channels!📺 https://youtube.com/@UC7gCCAhhQvD3MBpKpI_4g6w 📺 https://youtube.com/@UCEOibktrLPG4ufxidR8I4UQ

Have a question you want answered? Submit it here!We’re wrapping up the first season of It Starts With Attraction! It’s been a wonderful first season with great guests, researched-based topics, and awesome questions from our listeners. Be sure to go back and listen to previous episodes to get tips to help you work on your PIES.A few of our favorites:  The Most Important Part of Attraction with Dr. Joe BeamWhy You Should Stop Focusing On Your RelationshipSMART Communication in Your Relationships: Part 1Overcoming Trauma with Dr. Karol DarsaWe would love to hear from you so if there is a topic that you would like us to cover, please let us know by clicking here to take our podcast survey.  Until then, stay tuned for season 2 of It Starts With Attraction!Today’s Speaker: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and RelationshipsKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master’s degree in psychology for over 10 years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching the ways that attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reaches over 200,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best that they can be.  Website: www.PIESUniversity.comYour Host: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and RelationshipsKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master's degree in psychology for over ten years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching how attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reach over 500,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best they can be.🔗 Website: https://itstartswithattraction.com📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlybeamholmes👀 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kimberlybeamholmesFollow our other channels!📺 https://youtube.com/@UC7gCCAhhQvD3MBpKpI_4g6w 📺 https://youtube.com/@UCEOibktrLPG4ufxidR8I4UQ

Have a question you want answered? Submit it here!Do you ever feel like you just aren't in the mood and want to sleep? Today's Ask Me Anything questions comes from Muna and she says "I often have no interest in sex and just want to sleep. How can I change to be in the mood more often?" In this episode, Kimberly helps answer this question by uncovering what could be the root cause. Has something in your life recently changed that is causing you stress? Are you not getting enough sleep because you are overwhelmed throughout the day? Pop your headphones in and get ready to learn how to get in the mood! Always consult with a medical professional first to get help. Today’s Speaker: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and RelationshipsKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master’s degree in psychology for over 10 years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching the ways that attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reaches over 200,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best that they can be.  Website: www.PIESUniversity.comReferenced in the episode: Spark your Marriage CourseYou’ll Learnwhat you can do so you can get in the mood againhow to speak with your significant other about ways to help when feeling overwhelmedquestions to ask yourself and evaluate other parts of your life that may need to changeEp 060: AMA: Help! I've Lost Interest in Having Sex, with Kimberly Beam HolmesThanks for listening!Connect with me on Instagram: @kimberlybeamholmes @it_Starts_With_AttractionBe sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and leave a review! Your Host: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and RelationshipsKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master's degree in psychology for over ten years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching how attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reach over 500,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best they can be.🔗 Website: https://itstartswithattraction.com📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlybeamholmes👀 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kimberlybeamholmesFollow our other channels!📺 https://youtube.com/@UC7gCCAhhQvD3MBpKpI_4g6w 📺 https://youtube.com/@UCEOibktrLPG4ufxidR8I4UQ

Have a question you want answered? Submit it here!In today's episode of our Ask Me Anything series, Ann asks " How can I become more physically attractive for my husband? He says he was never physically attracted to me. Can attraction change over time? Kimberly shares the most important areas of the PIES and the parts of physical attraction that can be changed, and the ones that can't. You are going to learn a few tips to becoming physically attractive and how to appreciate the body God gave you. Pop in your headphones and settle into this episode to learn how to focus on the areas of attraction so you can grow and become the best version of yourself that you can be. Today’s Speaker: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and RelationshipsKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master’s degree in psychology for over 10 years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching the ways that attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reaches over 200,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best that they can be.  Website: www.PIESUniversity.comYou’ll LearnThe importance of loving the body God gave youThat physical attraction may be one of the least important areas of the PIESWhat you can do to work on Physical Attraction so you feel your bestEp 059: AMA: Can I become more physically attractive over time?  with Kimberly Beam HolmesYour Host: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and RelationshipsKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master's degree in psychology for over ten years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching how attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reach over 500,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best they can be.🔗 Website: https://itstartswithattraction.com📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlybeamholmes👀 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kimberlybeamholmesFollow our other channels!📺 https://youtube.com/@UC7gCCAhhQvD3MBpKpI_4g6w 📺 https://youtube.com/@UCEOibktrLPG4ufxidR8I4UQ

Have a question you want answered? Submit it here!Do you often feel anxious or have fears that seem to take over your life? Did you know that 40 million people in the United States experience anxiety? In today's episode, Kimberly is sharing her own personal experience with anxiety and, ways to overcome it based on research. Today's Ask Me Anything question comes from Emily. And she says, "How do I work to get past my general fears and anxieties, I have health anxiety because many of the people closest to me have or have had cancer. And I'm realizing that my husband feels drained as a result of me dragging him into this fear-based world of mine, I feel it makes him not want to be around me at all."You'll want to dive into this episode to understand the neuroscience behind anxiety and what you can do to help overcome emotions. Today’s Speaker: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and RelationshipsKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master’s degree in psychology for over 10 years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching the ways that attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reaches over 200,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best that they can be.  Website: www.PIESUniversity.comYou’ll LearnAbout the neurosensory perceptions in our brains and what happens when we have anxious feelings and emotionsThings you can do to rewire your brain and learn to deal with the source of the anxietyHow to sit with the feelings and let them pass throughEp 058: AMA: Overcoming Fear and Anxiety, with Kimberly Beam Holmes.Your Host: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and RelationshipsKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master's degree in psychology for over ten years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching how attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reach over 500,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best they can be.🔗 Website: https://itstartswithattraction.com📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlybeamholmes👀 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kimberlybeamholmesFollow our other channels!📺 https://youtube.com/@UC7gCCAhhQvD3MBpKpI_4g6w 📺 https://youtube.com/@UCEOibktrLPG4ufxidR8I4UQ

Have a question you want answered? Submit it here!Are you feeling unmotivated? Do you feel like there is so much to do in a day that you don't have time to work on yourself? In this episode of Ask Me Anything, we hear from Sheetal who says  "I don't have time to work on my PIES with everything I have going on in my life. Where do I start?" The first thing to know is that it's okay to feel this way. What's important is that you recognize it. It's normal to have stages in our lives where you might feel stuck and totally unmotivated. You may be dealing with depression which is also normal.  In today's episode, Kimberly shares tips on how to get back on track by taking small steps to get you motivated again. Our Ask Me Anything series will continue for several weeks. We would love to hear from you! Please submit your question by clicking the link below. Today's Speaker: Kimberly Beam HolmesKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master’s degree in psychology for over 10 years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching the ways that attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reaches over 200,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best that they can be.  Website: www.PIESUniversity.comSubmit Your Question HereYou’ll LearnSigns and behaviors to watch for if you are feeling depressedTips to find the time to accomplish your goalsThe importance of exercise and good nutritionEp 057: AMA: Secrets to Getting Motivated, with Kimberly Beam Holmes.Your Host: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and RelationshipsKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master's degree in psychology for over ten years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching how attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reach over 500,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best they can be.🔗 Website: https://itstartswithattraction.com📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlybeamholmes👀 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kimberlybeamholmesFollow our other channels!📺 https://youtube.com/@UC7gCCAhhQvD3MBpKpI_4g6w 📺 https://youtube.com/@UCEOibktrLPG4ufxidR8I4UQ