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August 7, 2025 18 mins

Ready to stop surviving and start thriving—in life, money, and business? In this heart-opening episode of I Date Money, Lisa sits down with trauma recovery therapist and bestselling author Karen Robinson, founder of Heal Thrive Dream. Karen shares her powerful journey of leaving a secure government job to follow her soul’s calling—building a holistic healing business that now includes retreats, energy work, and deep trauma-informed care.

They explore the deep link between emotional healing and financial health, the power of paying yourself first (even when it’s hard), and why nervous system regulation is the secret weapon for entrepreneurs. You’ll walk away feeling seen, inspired, and ready to say yes to your own healing and wealth journey.


💬 Quote to Remember:

“I know I can always make money. It’s a mindset shift—we’re not powerless.” —Karen Robinson


Topics Discussed:

  • Karen’s transition from the Department of Defense to trauma-informed entrepreneur
  • How Heal Thrive Dream was born (and why the name still gives her chills)
  • Childhood memories that shaped her money story
  • The powerful link between emotional health and financial confidence
  • How to calm your nervous system in moments of financial stress
  • Karen’s favorite income stream: healing retreats for women and couples
  • The truth about paying yourself first—and why so many entrepreneurs skip it
  • Permission to be a work in progress while building wealth


💡 Resources & Links Mentioned:

🔗 Karen’s Website: www.healthrivedream.com


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