spiritual attraction

Have you ever been stopped in your tracks and been forced to rest? In this episode, you will hear Kimberly's story of perseverance and how an injury forced her to sit with God, listen, and rest. We are all wired to do and be what God has called us to do, and that is perfectly awesome. But sometimes, we need time to reflect to focus on our strengths rather than our weaknesses. You'll hear Kimberly's confession on how she struggled with her PIES and how she surrendered to rest.

In today's episode, Kimberly speaks with world-renowned marriage and divorce researcher Dr. John Gottman!  Kimberly and Dr. Gottman pack a lot into this exciting episode. They discuss various topics like commitment, what makes sex great in a relationship, how to be more intentional with your spouse, constructive conflict, dating your spouse, and so much more!  Kimberly and Dr. Gottman cover ALL THE THINGS we contemplate most in our relationships, so grab a notebook and a pen to discover more about commitment, what makes a great marriage, and how to make a marriage last.

Creating habits on top of your existing habits can sound overwhelming, but in today's episode, Kimberly shares practical tips on how to increase productivity with PIES Stacking.  Think about your good daily habits that already exist and consider something that you can add to it. For example, if you are a coffee drinker and it's part of your morning routine, rather than doom scrolling, read or journal while you enjoy your cup of caffeine. Say affirmations to yourself while you brush your teeth to help set the tone and mood for the day. 

In this episode, Kimberly chats with personal development coach, author, and speaker, Andrea Owen. Andrea talks about her new book Make Some Noise and shares how to navigate challenging conversations, set boundaries (and when it's appropriate), communicate better, and set expectations when speaking with loved ones. This episode is filled with vulnerability, transparency, and powerful tools you can use to show up as your best self!

Are you getting enough rest, and are you getting the right kind of rest?  In this week's episode, Pastor Ian Simkins talks about the importance of rest and how rest is much more than sitting on the couch after a long day at work; it's about how you spend your time when you aren't resting. You'll learn what God says about rest and why you need time for Sabbath.  This episode aligns so well with the PIES of Attraction and becoming the best version of you that you can be. What you do in life is important but who you are becoming is more important. Ian provides a great perspective on rest and how it resets the posture of who we are and understanding our identity, especially our identity in Christ.

Do you practice mental wellness and self-love? In this episode, Kimberly chats with Dr. Shainna Ali about mental wellness and how we talk to ourselves. You are going to learn what you can start doing to take better care of your mental well-being. Dr. Shainna also shares what self-love is and how we can intentionally love ourselves with the seven components of self-love.  Dr. Shainna created the Self-Love workbook that helps boost self-esteem, so you can recognize your worth and find genuine happiness.

Do you ever feel like you need to slow down? How aware are you of your body, your mind, and your emotions?   In today's episode, Kimberly shares techniques that you can do to help you become more grounded and centered. If you are new to mindfulness and meditation, we encourage you to go back and listen to episode 10, where Kimberly talks about the science and research behind it.  You will learn breathing techniques and the importance of being intentional with your breath and what it does to your body. You'll also know what it means to be centered and grounded with your body. If you have never practiced mindfulness or meditation, this episode is perfect for you. Kimberly ends with a 10 minute guided meditation that you can do at your desk, on a walk, or lying down.

Do you have a relationship that is struggling over a disagreement? With everything going on in the world and our society, there is a lot of fighting and division happening all around us. In this episode, Kimberly shares five things you can do when a disagreement challenges you. Many of us have encountered conversations about politics, and we're quick to stand our ground, believe what we believe, and disagree with the other side. But, you'll learn how to have a respectful conversation when you disagree and come out of it with more love and appreciation for the other person once you seek to understand.