Money Is Emotional

On this episode of Money Is Emotional, Christine Luken speaks with David Delisle, founder of The Awesome Stuff, about helping children develop a healthy relationship with money before they inherit unhealthy financial beliefs from the world around them. Christine and David discuss: Why money conversations and education should start from a young age. The money stories pass down to their children. It’s okay for parents not to have all the answers. Money conversations don’t have to be confrontational. Financial wellbeing begins long before you earn your first paycheck.   Connect with Christine Luken: Join my free community, Spiritual Women Building Wealth: https://bit.ly/SWBWfbgroup Book a Money Power Hour with Christine: https://bit.ly/MoneyPowerHr Join the waitlist for the next round of The Merchant Priestess Path: https://7-pillars-llc.kit.com/mpwaitlist Subscribe to the Merchant Priestess Substack to get early access to my next book: https://christineluken.substack.com/   Connect with David Delisle: Website:  https://www.theawesomestuff.com The Golden Quest: Your Journey to a Richer Life graphic novel and The Awesome Stuff Discovery Cards: https://www.theawesomestuff.com/products/essential-pack-book-cards/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theawesomestuff TikTok: @theawesomestuff YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theawesomestuff   About David Delisle: David Delisle  is a TEDx speaker, author, and creator of The Awesome Stuff. He wrote The Golden Quest and built the question, “Is this my Awesome Stuff?”, after watching his own father chase more and lose what mattered most. He speaks to schools, families, and communities across North America.

On this episode of Money Is Emotional, Christine Luken speaks with Juliana Uto, investor, startup advisor, and founder of Wealth Bravery, about developing the skills and judgment needed to become a better steward of wealth. Christine and Juliana discuss: Financial knowledge isn’t the same as investor judgment. How women can develop investment confidence? Risk tolerance is learned through experience. Understanding the role your investments play in your overall wealth strategy. The emotional transformation that happens when you take ownership of your financial future. Why your net worth doesn’t necessarily determine your financial freedom.   Connect with Christine Luken: Join my free community, Spiritual Women Building Wealth: https://bit.ly/SWBWfbgroup Book a Money Power Hour with Christine: https://bit.ly/MoneyPowerHr Join the waitlist for the next round of The Merchant Priestess Path: https://7-pillars-llc.kit.com/mpwaitlist Subscribe to the Merchant Priestess Substack to get early access to my next book: https://christineluken.substack.com/   Connect with Juliana Uto: Website:  www.wealthbravery.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/juliana_uto LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/julianauto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juliana.uto   About Juliana Uto: For nearly two decades, Juliana was a senior leader at a global oil and gas major — evaluating assets, making strategic investment decisions at a corporate level, and operating in environments where capital decisions carried real consequence. All while quietly building her own multi-seven-figure portfolio from the inside out. When her daughter was born, she knew she wanted to be present — not traveling internationally for someone else’s balance sheet. She left at forty. Not because she had to — because she’d built the architecture to make it possible. The optionality to stay or go, to work or not, wasn’t something she stumbled into at sixty-five. It was something she designed for, intentionally, long before she needed it. Then she built Wealth Bravery to give other high-earning women the same framework: the capital allocator’s lens, the private markets access, and the clarity that changes how you see everything you’re building.

On this episode of the Money Is Emotional podcast, host Christine Luken challenges common stereotypes about trust fund and “nepo” babies while exploring the realities of inheritance, family businesses and generational wealth. Christine argues that criticizing people who inherit wealth while hoping to create wealth for your own family sends conflicting messages about your financial goals. Christine discusses: Why you need to rethink negative assumptions about inherited wealth? Being a “nepo baby” isn’t as easy as it looks. Family businesses require preparation, not entitlement. Why trust fund babies are relatively uncommon? Money and inheritance are deeply emotional. Resources: Schedule your Money Power Hour: https://bit.ly/MoneyPowerHr Join me in my free Facebook Group, Spiritual Women Building Wealth: https://bit.ly/SWBWfbgroup Get your copy of Money is Emotional: Prevent Your Heart from Hijacking Your Wallet: https://amzn.to/4w4GHbx Follow and subscribe to the Merchant Priestess on Substack: https://substack.com/@christineluken  

In this deeply personal episode of the Money Is Emotional Podcast, host Christine Luken welcomes her friend Nicole Olsthoorn for an honest conversation about a misunderstanding that could have ended their friendship but instead made it stronger. Rather than avoiding conflict, both women chose curiosity, accountability, and open communication, demonstrating what emotionally mature friendships can look like. Christine and Nicole discuss: How to settle misunderstandings with grace and emotional maturity. Taking responsibility for your own emotions rather than making others responsible for them. Why healthy female friendships are not defined by the absence of conflict? Recognizing that emotional triggers often point to unresolved experiences from the past. Repairing relationships through honest, respectful conversations instead of gossip, avoidance or resentment.   Connect with Christine Luken: Join the Wealthy Woman Book Club® Subscribe to the Merchant Priestess Substack to get early access to my next book Connect with Christine Luken for financial coaching Book: The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer   Connect with Nicole Olsthoorn: Website: Nicole Olsthoorn Substack: The Celtic Goddess with Nicole Olsthoorn Facebook: Nicole Olsthoorn Podcast: Speaking Goddess with Nicole Olsthoorn Linkedin: Nicole Olsthoorn   About my guest: Nicole Olsthoorn (aka The Celtic Goddess) is a high priestess, a seer and channel, and an expert in creating sacred spaces. She uses her spiritual gifts to guide ambitious soul-led female founders and leading ladies in the reclamation of their feminine intuition, power, and leadership through online and in-person rites, rituals, and ceremonies that elevate and transform instantly. Nicole believes that women are the catalyst for the evolution of humanity, and that the world isn’t collapsing — she is emerging.

In this episode of the Money is Emotional podcast, host Christine Luken sits down with Certified Divorce Financial Analyst and Author, Melissa Murphy Pavone, author of Divorce by Design, to discuss how people can navigate divorce with greater clarity, intention, and financial confidence. Melissa shares how her mother’s difficult divorce inspired her career in divorce financial planning after witnessing the long-term consequences of emotional financial decisions. She explains that divorce is not just a legal process but one of the largest financial transactions most people will ever experience, making it essential to have both emotional and financial support throughout the journey. Christine and Melissa discuss: What drew Melissa to specialize in divorce financial planning? The difference between “Divorce by Default” and “Divorce by Design” The biggest financial mistakes people make during the divorce process. How working with a team like financial professional, attorneys and mediators can lead to better outcomes. Helping clients shift from survival mode into actually planning and feeling hopeful about their financial future.   Connect with Christine Luken: Join the Wealthy Woman Book Club® Financial Dignity® After Divorce book Connect with Christine Luken for financial coaching   Connect with Melissa Murphy Pavone: Website:  Mindful Divorce Partners Book: Divorce by Design book   Instagram: mindfuldivorcepartners TikTok: @mindfuldivorcepartners   LinkedIn: Melissa Murphy Pavone Podcast Appearances 

So often, we believe that if we could just make more money, hit a certain number, or achieve a particular level of success, then we’d finally feel secure, fulfilled, and at peace. But what happens when you get there? What happens when you’ve won the money game, and yet you’re still asking bigger questions about purpose, identity, freedom, relationships, and legacy? On this episode of Money is Emotional podcast, host Christine Luken is joined by Moa Diseborn, the founder of Studio Molodi, a private world for people who have achieved significant financial success and are exploring what comes next. She works with discreetly wealthy entrepreneurs, investors, and visionaries who want more than external success—they want a life that feels rich from the inside out. Her philosophy is simple: when money is no longer the main problem, the real work begins. Moa is known as “The Secret Millionaire’s Best Friend,” and on this episode we’re diving into the journey from getting rich to living richly. Christine and Moa discuss: The biggest surprises people discover when they arrive at the level of wealth they once dreamed about. The difference between getting rich and living richly. Why many wealthy individuals go out of their way to downplay their wealth? How someone’s identity evolves as they accumulate wealth? How wealthy people maintain authentic relationships while creating healthy boundaries around their time, energy and resources.   Resources: Alex Hormozi & Tony Robbins Interview on Purpose & Money   Connect with Christine Luken: The Merchant Priestess Path Becoming the Benefactor Course Connect with Christine Luken for financial coaching Join the Wealthy Woman Book Club®   Connect with Moa Diseborn: Website: Studio Molodi Instagram: studio_molodi  

On this episode, host Christine Luken, originally known as a financial dignity coach, introduces a transformative identity: The Merchant Priestess. This new title reflects a deeper integration of her professional expertise in money management with her spiritual journey and identity. Christine shares: The limitations of referring to herself as only a financial coach. Her Akashic records reading experience that revealed past life connections to Egypt and Europe. The interest in business she showed right from the age of 5. Her childhood desire to be a priest which led to creating her own rituals at home. How to create beauty and substance in all aspects of life including finance. The Merchant Priestess creed.   Resources: Join me on the Merchant Priestess Path:  https://bit.ly/MPsummer2026 Follow and subscribe to the Merchant Priestess on Substack: https://substack.com/@christineluken If you want to work with me 1:1, apply for Financial Dignity® Coaching here: https://www.christineluken.com/apply/

On this episode of Money is Emotional podcast, host Christine Luken shares her journey reconciling spirituality and money, emphasizing that money is deeply emotional and intertwined with spiritual beliefs. Christine shares: The conflict she believed existed between spirituality and wealth as a result of her religious upbringing. Transition to seeing money as a neutral tool due to Dave Ramsey’s influence. Why she now views money as a sacrament. The relationship between money, power and the church. How to balance the four elements of money to create financial and spiritual harmony. The Merchant Priestess path she is currently which integrates marketplace savvy with spiritual place.   Resources: Follow and subscribe to the Merchant Priestess on Substack: https://substack.com/@christineluken Waitlist for the inaugural round of the Merchant Priestess Path:  https://bit.ly/mpwaitlistjuly26 Listen to episode 84, The Four Elements of Money: https://bit.ly/MIEpodcast84 Wealthy Woman Book Club® https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/ If I’m you want to work with me 1:1, apply for Financial Dignity® Coaching here: https://www.christineluken.com/apply/ Connect with Christine Luken: Connect with Christine Luken for financial coaching: https://www.christineluken.com/apply/ Join the Wealthy Woman Book Club®: https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/

On this episode of Money is Emotional podcast, host Christine Luken is joined by Heather Hutzel, a storyteller of soul-stirring fantasy and bestselling author of the Fable of Eylan series. Together we discuss how identity shapes our relationship with money and how storytelling frameworks can facilitate profound personal and financial transformation. Heather Hutzel shares: How money challenges often mask deeper identity struggles. The essence of a story lies in character transformation. Common limiting beliefs most people have about themselves or about money. How to identify threshold moments in our lives Why your financial future depends on the identity you choose to embody today?   Connect with Christine Luken: Connect with Christine Luken for financial coaching: https://www.christineluken.com/apply/ Join the Wealthy Woman Book Club®: https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/   Connect with Heather Hutzel: Through the Threshold workshop: www.hrhutzel.com/threshold Heather’s Substack, Threshold: https://hrhutzel.substack.com/ Fable of Eylan Books: https://hrhutzel.store/products/fable-of-eylan Fable of Eylan Books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4vyDOjH Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/hrhutzel/   About my guest H. R. Hutzel is a storyteller of soul-stirring fantasy. Her books are portals—infused with love, loss, magic, and memory. She is the author of Fable of Eylan, a fantasy series born from grief and shaped by wonder—written for those who believe magic is real… and love never dies. Her journey began with a bestselling debut novel and has since grown into a body of work that bridges soul and story. Her work is an invitation to transformation—a reminder that the stories we tell shape the lives we live… and that sometimes, losing yourself in a story is the truest path to finding your way home. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her walking with her golden retrievers, barefoot in the garden, or curled in a hammock with a book—losing herself in the pages, always listening for the next chapter in her own story.

On this episode,  host Christine Luken, the Financial Dignity Coach and host of the Money is Emotional podcast, presents a transformative approach to personal finance by integrating practical money management with emotional intelligence, mindset work, and spiritual alignment. Her framework is based on the ancient symbolism of the four elements—Earth, Water, Air, and Fire each representing a vital dimension of our relationship with money. Christine discusses: The multidimensional nature of Money and how it encompasses the physical (earth), emotional (water), mental (air), and spiritual (fire). Why money is deeply personal and emotional, requiring a blend of practical skills and inner work. The importance of emotional intelligence and how it helps to overcome blocks like shame, anxiety, and impulsive spending. How mindset work helps to reshapes unconscious beliefs and aligns thoughts with financial goals. How spiritual alignment turns money into a tool for greater good, reflecting personal values and morality.   Resources: If you’re interested in working with me 1:1 to help you break out of your money comfort zone and reach new heights of financial success, apply for Financial Dignity® Coaching here: https://www.christineluken.com/apply/ Foundations of Financial Dignity® course for financial coaches, advisors, and tax professionals to help their clients with the emotional side of money: https://foundations-of-financial-dignity-self-study.teachery.co/buy-now Magnetic Money Mindset® Course: https://bit.ly/magneticmindsetcourse  Save $111 with promo code MINDSET111 Wealthy Woman Book Club® https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/   Connect with Christine Luken:  Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach  LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken TikTok: Christine Luken YouTube: Christine Luken Hello@ChristineLuken.com The Wealthy Woman Book Club Loved this episode? Go here to leave us a little tip!  

On this episode, host Christine Luken features Janine Lowe, an expert Feng Shui consultant, Chinese astrologer, and founder of the J. Lo Feng Shui Academy. The conversation explores how Feng Shui, combined with emotional intelligence and wise money management, can transform your financial and personal life by enhancing energy flow and abundance. Janine discusses: How she got into Chinese astrology. The influence of Feng Shui in our lives especially when it comes to abundance. Why the front door is described as the “mouth of chi”? How to strategically place water and color elements to activate financial energy. Why Clutter blocks energy flow and negatively impacts corresponding life areas Resources: Connect with Christine Luken for financial coaching: https://www.christineluken.com/apply/ Join the Wealthy Woman Book Club®: https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/ Financial Tidy Up Bundle: https://bit.ly/financialtidyup   Connect with Janine Lowe: Website: https://www.janinelowe.co.uk/home Feng Shui Your Way to Abundance book: https://amzn.to/4t4XBFb Podcast: https://ukhealthradio.com/program/feng-shui-your-way/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janinelowefengshui/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janinelowefengshui/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janine-lowe-b185562a/   Connect with Christine Luken:  Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach  LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken TikTok: Christine Luken YouTube: Christine Luken Hello@ChristineLuken.com The Wealthy Woman Book Club Loved this episode? Go here to leave us a little tip!   About Janine Lowe: Janine Lowe is a renowned expert in Chinese astrology, Feng Shui, Body Language, and Interior Designer. Since beginning her career in 2004, Janine has provided chart readings for a diverse range of clients, from celebrities, business leaders to private individuals, helping them uncover their destiny and personality traits through birth dates and times of birth. As an award-winning Feng Shui consultant, she collaborates with both affluent individuals and large corporations to enhance prosperity and harmony in their spaces. Her passion for interior design naturally complements her Feng Shui practice, allowing her to create environments that are not only harmonious but also visually captivating. Janine is also a successful author, with her book Date Love Marry Avoid hitting number one on Amazon upon release in December 2023. Her latest book Feng Shui Your Way to Abundance hit number one on Amazon in December 2025. She is currently working on her book Manifest Your Way To Abundance expected out early 2026. Beyond her professional pursuits, Janine is an animal lover who has rescued numerous street cats, giving them the loving homes, they deserve. She enjoys relaxing by walking her dog, Rhia, along the beach, spending time with friends and family, and unwinding with a good Netflix binge. Alongside her work as a Feng Shui consultant and author, Janine Lowe is a radio presenter on UK Health Radio, hosting the popular show Feng Shui Your Way for an audience of over 14 million listeners worldwide. Returning to her roots as a DJ, she blends a natural flair for interviewing with deep insight into energy, wellbeing, and personal transformation, creating conversations where ancient wisdom meets modern life.

On this episode, host Christine Luken gets real about the science behind financial comfort zones, including how fear and old family patterns can quietly sabotage your financial aspirations. She shares her personal story of stepping into angel investing and gives practical advice on how to use discomfort as a springboard for growth. If you’ve ever felt anxious or defensive about unfamiliar investment strategies, or if you’re curious about how to break through your revenue plateau, this episode is for you. You’ll walk away inspired and ready to make your next bold financial move. Christine discusses: Why your brain wants safety, not success. The science behind your money comfort zone. How your childhood environment may affect your current financial decisions. How to expand your money comfort zone. Managing irrational fear around financial topics.   Resources: If you’re interested in working with me 1:1 to help you break out of your money comfort zone and reach new heights of financial success, apply for Financial Dignity® Coaching here: https://www.christineluken.com/apply/ Magnetic Money Mindset® Course: https://bit.ly/magneticmindsetcourse  Save $111 with promo code MINDSET111 Podcast Episode 79, Cash is Queen with Natalie Levy (Angel Investing): https://bit.ly/MIEpodcast79 What Changed When I Started Creating Costco Samples of My Dream Life (Substack by HR Hutzel):  https://hrhutzel.substack.com/p/what-changed-when-i-started-creating-costco-samples-of-my-dream-life Wealthy Woman Book Club® https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/   Connect with Christine Luken:  Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach  LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken TikTok: Christine Luken YouTube: Christine Luken Hello@ChristineLuken.com The Wealthy Woman Book Club Loved this episode? Go here to leave us a little tip!

This episode is all about real talk and practical wisdom. Christine Luken gathers stories and tips from “old married couples” who’ve weathered economic ups and downs together so you don’t have to figure everything out the hard way. Learn how honest conversations, clear systems, and value-driven decisions can bring your financial life into alignment, whether you’re running a busy practice or managing your household finances. Christine discusses: The importance of transparent money conversations (hint: silence is not golden). How financial systems can reduce friction and free up your mental energy. Why financial intimacy requires emotional vulnerability. Balancing your “provider” and “pleasure” money without the guilt. Why there’s no one-size-fits-all for couples’ finances and how to find out what works for you. Whether you and your partner tackle bill pay together or separately, this episode is packed with actionable ideas you can start using right away to bolster both your bank accounts and your relationship.   Resources: If you’re a couple who’s interested in working with me 1:1, apply for Financial Dignity® Coaching here: https://www.christineluken.com/apply/ Money is Emotional book: https://www.christineluken.com/books/money-is-emotional-book/ Provider Money Pleasure Money book: https://www.christineluken.com/books/provider-money-pleasure-money/ Podcast Episode 76, My Money, Your Money, Our Money: https://bit.ly/MIEpodcast76 Wealthy Woman Book Club® https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/ Emma, The Emotional Money Coach: Use promo code podcast (no spaces, no caps) for a special listener discount   Connect with Christine Luken:  Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach  LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken TikTok: Christine Luken YouTube: Christine Luken Hello@ChristineLuken.com The Wealthy Woman Book Club Loved this episode? Go here to leave us a little tip!

On this episode, host Christine Luken challenges the tired “think positive and money will follow” narrative and offers actionable steps tailored for business owners in high-stakes fields. She introduces the concept of the emotional vibration scale which is a scientifically grounded approach that reframes how you show up for your business, your money, and your goals. You’ll learn why forcing optimism or “delusional affirmations” can backfire, especially when you’re navigating real stress, financial setbacks, or growth plateaus. Instead, Christine walks you through practical tools (like bridge mantras and feel-good rituals) that restore emotional stability, so you can make sound decisions, attract ideal clients, and avoid burning out. Most importantly, she underscores the importance of not touching key money decisions when you’re stressed or triggered because emotional clarity is as vital as financial certainty. Christine discusses: Why manifestation advice often backfires. Why some affirmations don’t work. How to raise your emotional vibration. Using “bridge mantras” to shift out of stress, self-doubt and burnout. Low vs. high energy vibration emotions and their impact on manifestations.   Resources: Emotional Vibration Scale: https://blisspot.com/blogs/the-vibration-analysis-frequency-chart/ Quantum Vibes book by Suzanne Adams: https://amzn.to/4a7imbv Manifest Everything book by Jennifer Blanchard https://amzn.to/45GWORA   Connect with Christine Luken: If you’re interested in working with me 1:1, apply for Financial Dignity® Coaching here: https://www.christineluken.com/apply/ Wealthy Woman Book Club® https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/ Emma, The Emotional Money Coach. Emma’s my AI twin and your new money-smart bestie! https://bit.ly/GetEmmaNow Use promo code podcast (no spaces, no caps) for a special listener discount!

On this powerful of Money is Emotional podcast, host Christine Luken sits down with Natalie Levy, founder of She’s Independent, to explore how women can step into greater financial influence and dignity through the world of angel investing. You’ll hear Natalie’s journey from engineer and Wall Street trader to successful investor and community builder, and discover why you don’t need to be a celebrity or an ultra-wealthy insider to make a meaningful impact with your investments. Together, they unpack common myths about angel investing, discuss the emotional patterns that hold women back, and demystify what it means to be an accredited investor. Whether you’re curious about building wealth, seeking to learn about alternative investments, or looking for practical steps to grow your confidence as an investor, this conversation is packed with actionable insights tailored for ambitious law firm owners and professionals alike.   Christine and Natalie discuss: Transitioning from engineer and wall street trader to investor and community leader. A brief introduction to angel investing. How to align investments with your values. Why women need to unlearn certain beliefs about money and power. The importance of being mindfully selfish and prioritizing personal goals. Why ownership matters for women. Connect with Christine Luken: Connect with Christine Luken for financial coaching: https://www.christineluken.com/apply Emma, the Emotional Money Coach (Your ChatGPT AI coach):https://bit.ly/GetEmmaNow Listeners, use promo code “podcast” for special pricing! Join the Wealthy Woman Book Club: https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now   Connect with Natalie Levy: Company Website: https://shesindependent.com/ Cash is Queen: A Conscious Journey in Angel Investing book: https://amzn.to/3KQe2F0 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliedlevy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shesindependent YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShesIndependent Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shesindependent   About Natalie Levy: Natalie Levy is the Founder of She’s Independent, a women-first investment group offering an entirely new way to support women’s financial independence and influence through investing and board placements. As a member-led investment group, She’s Independent marries empowerment and action, with the ultimate mission of closing the power gap in investing by getting more women on the cap table, in the boardroom, and into positions of influence. Over the next 12 months, She’s Independent plans to deploy over $2M of capital collectively, and has invested in 13 deals since its formation in 2022. An accomplished engineer turned Wall Street derivatives trader, investor, and advisor, Natalie has over a decade of tech operational experience, a portfolio of 30+ seed through later stage private investments, and has experienced liquidity events across 3 of the first 4 investments in her growth technology portfolio with an average return >20X. She resides in Boulder, CO with her loving rescue pup Beans and is passionate about gender equity and mental health awareness.  

As your income grows, so does the temptation to make life easier for your kids. But giving them financial abundance without the foundation of good money habits can backfire leading to entitled attitudes or future money struggles. Christine Luken gets real about fostering financial responsibility, gratitude, and independence in your children even when you can afford to say “yes” more often than “no.” Christine discusses: How to teach kids the mechanics of money without boring lectures. Why shared experiences matter more than pricey gadgets? Why money should not be used as a tool to control children’s choices? Financial activities you can involve your children or relatives in. How to strike a balance between providing financial support to your children and ensuring they develop financial independence.   Resources: 60-minute consultation with Christine to create your personalized plan of action to increase your kids’ financial knowledge and experience, book here:  https://bit.ly/60minsCL If you’re interested in working with me 1:1, apply for Financial Dignity® Coaching here: https://www.christineluken.com/apply/ Emma, The Emotional Money Coach: https://bit.ly/GetEmmaNow Use promo code podcast (no spaces, no caps) for a special listener discount! Wealthy Woman Book Club® https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/ Money is Emotional: Prevent Your Heart From Hijacking Your Wallet book: https://www.christineluken.com/books/money-is-emotional-book/   Connect with Christine: Connect with Christine Luken for financial coaching: Emma, the Emotional Money Coach (Your ChatGPT AI coach): Use promo code podcast (no spaces, no caps) for a special listener discount! Join the Wealthy Woman Book Club: Money Mind(RE)set Hypnosis Library: Join the FREE Financial Dignity® Community:

Ready to set ambitious goals for 2026? Before you dive in, discover why celebrating your wins and learning from your challenges can transform your business and financial outcomes. In this episode, Christine Luken shares her proven year-end review process that sets the foundation for powerful goal-setting and lasting success. Christine discusses: Why you don’t need to have your resolutions ready by January 1st. Why women especially tend to skip celebrating accomplishments. How to build momentum instead of starting from zero. The importance of creating celebration and vision boards that keep you motivated all year. How to connect financial goals with real meaning and make them stick.   Resources: If you’re interested in working with me 1:1, apply for Financial Dignity® Coaching: 5 Reasons Why People Give Up on Their Money Goals (Ep. 9) Books by Christine Luken Wealthy Woman Book Club® LH Agenda Planners   Connect with Christine: Connect with Christine Luken for financial coaching: Emma, the Emotional Money Coach (Your ChatGPT AI coach): Use promo code podcast (no spaces, no caps) for a special listener discount! Join the Wealthy Woman Book Club: Money Mind(RE)set Hypnosis Library: Join the FREE Financial Dignity® Community:

Are you and your spouse on the same page about money or do finances spark more stress than unity? On this episode of Money is Emotional podcast, Christine Luken dives deep into the “separate vs. joint accounts” debate, challenging money myths and sharing strategies every married couple should know. Christine discusses: Why separate accounts don’t equal secrecy. How to build trust and prevent money fights. Smart money moves for blended families. Why secret bank accounts or debt is a red flag. How to protect personal and business assets with smart estate planning. Timely strategies for financial healing after experiencing financial abuse.   Resources: Is My Spouse Hiding Money from Me (Ep. 5) Triumphing Over Financial Abuse with Allison Dagney (Ep. 19) Books by Christine Luken If you’re interested in working with Christine, 1:1, apply for Financial Dignity® Coaching:   Connect with Christine: Connect with Christine Luken for financial coaching: Emma, the Emotional Money Coach (Your ChatGPT AI coach): Use promo code podcast (no spaces, no caps) for a special listener discount! Join the Wealthy Woman Book Club: Money Mind(RE)set Hypnosis Library: Join the FREE Financial Dignity® Community:

On this episode of the podcast, host Christine Luken sits down with Dr. Joaquin Wallace, a leading voice in generational wealth psychology and behavioral finance. They tackle the “why” behind our money habits, how inherited beliefs play into the way we run our businesses (and our lives), and most importantly how you can re-write your own financial story for good. Dr. Wallace’s down-to-earth wisdom goes beyond budget spreadsheets, delving deep into what holds high-achievers back and how to finally create a financial legacy that endures. Joaquin discusses: Why you need to understand your financial genetic code? How to break free from financial shame. The emotional drivers behind our financial decisions. The 7-stage wealth model for your family’s future. Why emotional honesty is the secret to financial growth.   Connect with Christine: Connect with Christine Luken for financial coaching: Join the Wealthy Woman Book Club: Money Mind(RE)set Hypnosis Library: Join the FREE Financial Dignity® Community: Emma, the Emotional Money Coach (Your ChatGPT AI coach): Use promo code “podcast” for special pricing!   Connect with Dr. Joaquin Wallace: Website: Dr. Joaquin Wallace Book: Generational Wealth Begins with Generational Knowledge® Podcast: The New Wealth Wave Podcast LinkedIn: Dr. Joaquin Wallace Instagram: Dr. Joaquin Wallace X: Dr. Joaquin Wallace About our Guest: Dr. Joaquin Wallace is a nationally recognized financial planner, Amazon best-selling author, and visionary speaker dedicated to bridging financial empowerment, leadership, and community transformation. His latest book, Generational Wealth Begins with Generational Knowledge—a transformative guide that redefines how we think about money and legacy—achieved Amazon Best Seller status and is empowering underserved and marginalized communities to build lasting prosperity. Drawing on his personal journey, Dr. Wallace delivers dynamic and relatable keynote presentations on leadership, coaching, personal motivation, and generational wealth strategies. His message isn’t just about finance; it’s about helping people understand their “Financial Genetic Code” to make better choices and build a legacy. Driven by a passion for creating pathways to opportunity, Dr. Wallace founded Project Transition, Inc., a groundbreaking welfare-to-work program. This initiative has empowered over 1,000 participants in Alameda County to transition into competitive careers, helping them break cycles of poverty and build sustainable futures. His impact extends far beyond program design—he equips individuals with the mindset, tools, and access they need for success. Recognized among the most influential African Americans of the 21st century by Contemporary Black Biography, Dr. Wallace’s accolades include: Amazon Best Seller – Generational Wealth Begins with Generational Knowledge® Oakland Chamber of Commerce Community-Based Nonprofit of the Year Wells Fargo Living History Makers Award Recommendations for prestigious fellowships from the Ford Foundation and the Annie E. Casey Foundation With every stage appearance, Dr. Wallace inspires audiences to see that Generational Wealth Begins with Generational Knowledge and that actual change happens when knowledge, opportunity, and action align.

On this episode, host Christine Luken discusses the challenges of emotional spending during the holiday season, emphasizing the importance of awareness and strategies to manage finances while navigating complex emotions. Christine gets to the heart of why we overspend, how to recognize emotional triggers, and—most importantly—actionable ways to enjoy the holidays without regret. Drawing from her own experiences and her book, “Money is Emotional,” she shares how we can navigate seasonal financial stress with confidence and clarity.   Christine discusses: Why it is important to acknowledge emotional spending. How to set boundaries and say “No” with confidence. Why spending can’t fill an emotional void How loneliness, guilt and pressure impact spending decisions. Why finding joy in giving doesn’t have to mean overspending. How to gamify your holiday spending   Resources: Money Mind(RE)set Hypnosis to reprogram your unconscious mind for financial abundance: Why Money is So Emotional (Episode 2):  Books by Christine Luken: If you’re interested in working with Christine, 1:1, apply for Financial Dignity® Coaching:   Connect with Christine: Connect with Christine Luken for financial coaching: Emma, the Emotional Money Coach (Your ChatGPT AI coach): Use promo code podcast (no spaces, no caps) for a special listener discount! Join the Wealthy Woman Book Club: Money Mind(RE)set Hypnosis Library: Join the FREE Financial Dignity® Community: