It Starts With Attraction

Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement & Relationships

Revealing secrets on how to become the most attractive you can be Physically, Intellectually, Emotionally and Spiritually (or as us insiders call it...the PIES). Listen to weekly episodes. Join a course or get more info at kimberlybeamholmes.com

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AMA: How Do I Know if I Am Healthy?

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04/27/21 • 13 min

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Are you wondering how to know if you are healthy?
Over the next few weeks, I'll be answering questions from the podcast listeners and subscribers in my Ask Me Anything series. This week's question comes from Josh.

Josh asks: "How do I know that I am a healthy single dad raising two daughters successfully?"

In this episode, Kimberly shares the areas of your life to focus on so you are striving to be the healthiest you can be. She talks about the importance of sleep and why you need more than you think you do.

Today's Speaker: Kimberly Beam Holmes

Kimberly 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.

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You’ll Learn

How sleep affects your physical and mental well-being
The importance of eating whole foods
The importance of moving your body
How to work on all your PIES to become the healthiest you can be

Ep 055: AMA: How Do I Know if I am Healthy , with Kimberly Beam Holmes

Your Host: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and Relationships
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AMA: Overcoming Fear and Anxiety

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05/18/21 • 27 min

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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 Relationships

Website: www.PIESUniversity.com

You’ll Learn

About the neurosensory perceptions in our brains and what happens when we have anxious feelings and emotions
Things you can do to rewire your brain and learn to deal with the source of the anxiety
How to sit with the feelings and let them pass through

Ep 058: AMA: Overcoming Fear and Anxiety, with Kimberly Beam Holmes.

Being Honest About Self Deception with Dr. Cortney Warren

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06/06/23 • 66 min

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Self honesty and self deception are not terms that we may use in every day life, but they are things that we will encounter from a day to day basis, even when we don't realize it. In my conversation with Dr. Courtney Warren, we break down what self deception is, how to recognize it, and how to be honest to ourselves about things we might not want to be honest about. Let's dive in!
Article Referenced:
https://apple.news/AIOTHgQNqSUus596O7slOqQ
Connect with Dr. Warren:
https://drcortney.com/
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/naked-truth
https://www.tiktok.com/@drcortneywarren?lang=en
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQGXD7Ms5oR3GzsPZl3Tjl_9qj71MezHj
Today's Guest: Dr. Courtney Warren
Dr. Cortney S. Warren is a Board Certified Clinical Psychologist and Adjunct
Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV).
Cortney has won some of the most prestigious awards in her field, including the 2015
Early Career Achievement Award from the American Psychological Association Minority
Fellowship Program; the 2011 Theodore H. Blau Early Career Award for Distinguished
Professional Contributions to Clinical Psychology; and the 2010 Samuel M. Turner Early Career Award for Distinguished Contributions to Diversity in Clinical Psychology.
In addition to publishing in academic circles, Dr. Warren is passionate about bringing
theoretically grounded, empirically supported psychological research to the general public. Dr. Warren works as a research consultant, keynote speaker, and writes a blog for PsychologyToday.
In her TEDx talk Honest Liars and its associated book Lies We Tell Ourselves: The Psychology of Self-Deception, Dr. Warren argues that self-deception is our biggest obstacle to personal growth. Her latest work is a self-help book that explores romantic love and breakups through an addictive lens called, Letting Go of Your Ex: CBT Skills to Heal the Pain of a Breakup and Overcome Love Addiction (2023).
Your Host: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and Relationships
Kimberly 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 h

Embracing Forgiveness and Growth with Chandra Jarrett

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10/03/23 • 49 min

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When was the last time you really paid attention to your body language? Chandra Jarrett, a seasoned executive coach, and former engineer, opens our eyes to the silent yet powerful messages we send through our gestures and postures. She challenges us to examine our daily interactions, urging us to set personal standards that reflect our values and positively influence our surroundings. This conversation is an invitation to embark on a journey of self-leadership, in a world desperate for genuine, value-based leadership.
Life will often hit us with unexpected blows, and Chandra is no stranger to these. She unearths her personal journey of learning forgiveness, a road that has led her to find peace with her past and grow from these experiences. Chandra's account of caring for her mother and dealing with hurtful workplace comments, coupled with her perspective on offering grace and not letting negativity define our relationships, is an inspiring narrative that prompts us to consider our own paths to forgiveness and growth.
What could you accomplish if you harnessed your tendencies instead of fighting against them? Chandra, an introvert and perfectionist, shares her experience of turning these tendencies into strengths that shaped her reality positively. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing patterns, seeking insights from those around us, and the balance between humility and assertiveness. Listen as Chandra encourages us to take a closer look at ourselves, and turn the mirror inward for personal growth and self-reflection. Let's dive in!
Today's Guest: Chandra Jarrett
Chandra Jarrett is an executive coach and consultant with a broad base of experience in leadership development, training and business development. Prior to becoming a coach, she worked as an engineer in the automotive manufacturing industry for fifteen years. She also has over 20 years experience working in the not-for-profit sector.

With an engineering mind and as a champion of people, Chandra assists her clients in discovering their leadership voice while unlocking untapped potential to achieve their desired goals. She understands that each individual and organization is unique. Clients can expect a supportive, creative approach coupled with just enough challenge to experience strategic, collaborative learning and liberation as a leader.

Your Host: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and Relationships

Kimberly 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

How To Set AND Achieve Your Goals For 2025

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12/31/24 • 40 min

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One of my favorite weeks of the year every year is the week between Christmas and New Years. I sit down and reflect on the last year and plan out my goals and dreams for the new year.
In this episode, I’ll guide you through how to set attainable goals. Let’s go into the new year striving to be the best versions of ourselves... Let’s dive in!

Get Unshakeable Confidence with Karen Laos

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12/06/22 • 41 min

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It's important to know how to speak confidently, because when you speak confidently, people listen. That's what we talk about on today's episode of It Starts With Attraction with Karen Laos.
Today's Guest: Karen Laos
Many women miss opportunities because they don’t speak up. Karen Laos, Communication Expert and Confidence Cultivator, is on a mission to change that. She’s fiercely committed to eradicating self-doubt in 10 million women by giving them practical strategies to ask for what they want in the boardroom and beyond.

Coached by her father, Karen first recognized the power of confident communication when she successfully negotiated her first flea market purchase at just six years old. She now guides women to transform self-doubt into self-confidence resulting in more clients, job promotions, and negotiation wins.

With 25 years serving as C-Suite advisor and commanding the most coveted stages around the world such as Google, Starbucks and NASA, Karen leads the frontline of best practices for creating results through confident communication. She guides corporations and individuals with a proven model and is known for her actionable tips and ability to build trust and credibility quickly. During her corporate career, she led a team of facilitators while traveling the globe consulting industry leaders and teams on the seemingly soft skills that ultimately impact the bottom line.

Karen is the author of Trust Your Own Voice: Growing Your Influence Through Confident Communication, as well as the host of her highly ranked podcast Ignite Your Confidence, equipping women to stop holding back and start taking their seat at the table. Following her lifelong dream to live in Manhattan, she rented an apartment there for the month of her 50th birthday.
Links :

Website : https://karenlaos.com/

Podcast: Ignite Your Confidence

Books: Trust Your Own Voice: Growing Your Influence Through Confident Communication Kindle Edition

Free gift : https://karenlaos.lpages.co/words-to-avoid/

Your Host: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and Relationships

Kimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master's degree in psychology for over ten years, acting as the

Are You PROTEIN Deficient Without Even Knowing It?

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10/08/24 • 36 min

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Discover how much protein you truly need for optimal health and why animal protein is often heralded as the go-to source for essential amino acids. We'll tackle the everyday obstacles of meeting protein requirements, particularly when dining out, and share a compelling study that pits high-protein snacks against their high-fat counterparts in the battle of satiety.
Ready to transform your body composition and boost your weight loss efforts? You'll find the answers in our exploration of protein's powerful impact on fat loss and muscle development. We dissect fascinating research that highlights the benefits of a protein-rich diet, showcasing how it not only helps shed fat but also supports lean body mass retention in older adults. Practical tips on daily protein intake will guide you in achieving a higher resting metabolic rate and a more effective path to reaching your fitness goals.
Gain insights into the strategic timing and tracking of protein intake. Our discussion covers the pros and cons of varying sources like soy and meat, with a focus on the practicality of spreading protein consumption throughout the day to enhance muscle protein synthesis. We emphasize the significance of regular strength training and the mindful monitoring of dietary habits, offering a tried-and-true approach to improving your nutrition. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or just getting started, this episode provides the tools you need to optimize your diet and fuel your health journey.

Eating for Your Macros with Emily Field RD

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09/15/20 • 51 min

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If you have ever heard the term Macro Dieting and thought, "That's WAY too much math" then this episode is for you. Today, I am talking to Registered Dietitian, Emily Field who has been working in the field of macro dieting. In today's episode, we will be sharing what macros are, how to eat for your macros, and how macros affect your body.
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Today’s Speaker - Emily Field, RD

Emily Field is not your average Dietitian.
She uses her expertise to empower her clients to embrace a macro-based, balanced eating pattern that protects their metabolism, supports lean muscle gains, and leads to stress-free, fat loss.
She eats the yolks, adds heavy cream to her coffee and tops with guacamole whenever possible. Straight talk and tough love is what you’ll get from her.
She believes that strong is beautiful. Calories are not to be feared, but neither are potatoes or poptarts. Your worth is not wrapped up in the size of your pants or the number on the scale.
Everywhere we turn, we are bombarded with messages about our health. Often the messages are complicated, confusing and contradictory. If you’re ready to mute that noise and learn what really works for your body, contact Emily Field RD.
Website: https://emilyfieldrd.com

You’ll Learn

What macros are
Difference between calorie-tracking and macro-dieting
How to eat for your macros
How macros affect your body
How different diets (vegan, paleo, etc.) compare to macros

It Starts With Attraction Ep. 023: Eating for Your Macros with Emily Field RD

The 7 Universal Emotions & What Drives Them with Dr. David Matsumoto

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09/01/20 • 65 min

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Are you struggling to understand what another person might be thinking or feeling?
Did you know there are seven UNIVERSAL emotions? Hear Dr. David Matsumoto, a psychologist who has studied micro-expressions and human behaviors, explain what the seven universal emotions are and what drives them. If you are wanting to know how to combat the negative emotions in your relationships, this PIEScast is for you!
This PIEScast is not only about noticing facial expressions and having better conversations with others. We are going to take a deep dive into the driving forces behind each of the seven universal emotions. Listen to this PIEScast to hear Dr. David Matsumoto share what matters MORE than science and research.
Today’s Speaker - Dr. David Matsumoto

Dr. David Matsumoto, Director of Humintell, is a renowned expert in the field of microexpressions, facial expression, gesture, nonverbal behavior, emotion and culture. He has published over 400+ articles, manuscripts, book chapters and books on these subjects.

Since 1989 Matsumoto has been a Professor of Psychology at San Francisco State University. He is also the founder and director of SFSU’s Culture and Emotion Research Laboratory. The laboratory focuses on studies involving culture, emotion, social interaction and communication.

In 2009, Matsumoto was one of the select few to receive the prestigious Minerva Grant; a $1.9 million grant from the US Department of Defense to examine the role of emotions in ideologically-based groups.

In addition to his work at Humintell and San Francisco State University, Matsumoto is the author of numerous books and articles. He also served as the Editor-in-Chief for the Journal of Cross-Cultural Psychology and is an Editor of the Culture and Diversity Section for the Social and Personality Psychology Compass. Matsumoto is also an Editorial Board Member for Personality and Social Psychology Review, Asian Journal of Social Psychology, Asian Psychologist, Journal of Nonverbal Behavior, Motivation and Emotion, Cognition and Emotion, Human Communication, Journal of Comparative Family Studies and Archives of Budo.

Matsumoto is also the founder and program director of the East Bay Judo Institute in El Cerrito, California. He holds a 7th degree black belt and well as class A Coaching and Referee Licenses. He has won countless awards, including the US Olympic Committee’s Coach of the Year Award in 2003. In addition to holding various positions within the United States Judo Federation an

How to Live a Less-Stressed Life with Christa Biegler

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12/08/20 • 55 min

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Stress isn't just a feeling you feel like you might feel sad or happy. Stress is actually the result of a hormonal change that occurs in your body, especially from cortisol.
In today's episode, I am speaking with Christa Biegler, an award-winning dietitian nutritionist. Tune into this episode to gain insight into things you need to start changing immediately in order to decrease your stress, decrease the cortisol in your body, and decrease your inflammation in order to better your health.
Today’s Speaker - Christa Biegler, RDN, CLT

Christa Biegler is an award-winning dietitian nutritionist, online educator, and host of The Less Stressed Life podcast. She specializes in helping health-conscious high-performance women overcome bloating, fatigue and food reactions. She is also the owner of Eczemanutritionist.com and author of The Eczema Relief Diet & Cookbook. She helps listeners and clients with unique ways to improve the inflammation causing stressors we inevitably have in life by sharing science that enlightens and inspires.
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/

You’ll Learn

The definition of stress
How to implement breath-work into your daily life
Things that build stress resilience
Foods that help manage symptoms of stress

It Starts With Attraction Ep. 035: How to Live a Less-Stressed Life with Christa Biegler

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The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Society & Culture, Alternative Health, Mental Health, Podcasts, Relationships, Health and Weight Loss.

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