Money Is Emotional

Money Is Emotional

Welcome to the Money is Emotional Podcast with Christine Luken, The Financial Dignity® Coach. In this podcast, we help you recover a positive and peaceful relationship with your personal finances. We do this by bringing together wise money management with emotional intelligence. Join us for this journey where we navigate our relationship with money as Christine Luken draws from years of experience and guest experts to help you get to the root of your money issues.

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July 16, 2025 45 mins
On this episode of the Money is Emotional podcast, Christine Luken and Mark Dolfini discuss the concept of time wealth, emphasizing its importance for entrepreneurs. Mark shares his journey from feeling overwhelmed in his business to creating a framework that enables better time management and personal fulfillment. They delve into the Viper framework, which includes …

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On this episode of The Money is Emotional Podcast, host Christine Luken, the acclaimed financial dignity coach, explores her top three emotional money tools to help you make smarter financial decisions and grow your wealth . Christine shared why emotionally charged savings matter, how processing your emotions can help you spend less, and the power …

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On this episode of The Money is Emotional podcast, host Christine Luken sits down with Akash Kanojia, finance professor at UT Austin and a former Wall Street bond investor with over 15 years of experience at institutions like McKinsey and the Federal Reserve. Together, they tackle one of the toughest challenges for high-achieving professionals: how …

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June 4, 2025 33 mins
On this episode of the Money is Emotional podcast, Christine Luken explores the intricate relationship between money and happiness. She emphasizes that while money can support happiness, it is not the source of it. The conversation delves into the concept of the income plateau, where happiness levels off after a certain income point. Christine encourages …

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On this episode of the Money is Emotional podcast, host Christine Luken sits down with cybersecurity expert Dave Hatter to unpack the latest tricks scammers are using to target individuals and businesses. They discuss the evolution of scams, the role of social engineering, and the necessity of cybersecurity awareness. Dave shares insights on common scams, …

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On this episode of Money is Emotional podcast, host Christine Luken sits down sits down with renowned Certified Financial Planner™ and Accredited Financial Counselor® Tania Brown to tackle the emotional rollercoaster and financial realities of leaving traditional employment and building your own business. You’ll hear about Tania’s own journey from executive life to entrepreneurship (hint: …

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April 16, 2025 35 mins
On this episode of The Money is Emotional Podcast, host Christine Luken, the acclaimed financial dignity coach, dives deep into the often uncomfortable topic of “Overcoming Money Shame.” Using insights from Brene Brown’s “Atlas of the Heart,” Christine unpacks heavy emotions like shame, guilt, and perfectionism—showing how they manifest specifically in our financial lives. She …

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On this episode of The Money is Emotional Podcast, host Christine Luken delves into the intricacies of family wealth transfer with  Paul Deloughery, an experienced estate planning and probate litigation attorney with over 25 years of experience. Paul shares insights from his own journey, highlighting the importance of seeing your family as a championship team with …

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On this engaging episode, Financial Dignity® Coach Christine Luken chat with Tammy Tyree, an award-winning author and clinical hypnotherapist. Together, they explore the fascinating world of hypnosis and how it can dissolve deep-seated money blocks. Tammy shares her journey into hypnotherapy and reveals how this powerful tool works to replace old, limiting beliefs with empowering …

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February 19, 2025 37 mins
If we know that comparison has the tendency to make us feel bad, why do we do it? Let’s unpack it together. On this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christian Luken revisits one of her favorite books called Atlas of the Heart by Brene Brown. She shares insights on comparison, envy, and contentment and how they …

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What does it feel like to give back and still thrive financially? In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach Christine Luken chats with Derrick Kinney, author of the bestseller “Good Money Revolution.” Derrick’s journey from running a top financial advisory firm to spearheading a movement where money meets meaning is both inspiring and revolutionary. Discover why …

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What happens when grief, trauma, and money intertwine? In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, welcomes special guest DonJay Rice, a certified financial behavior specialist, to explore how life’s trials can impact our relationship with money.  DonJay shares his deeply personal journey from childhood poverty and trauma to financial enlightenment. Together, let’s learn how …

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Are you over the old advice to just save and never enjoy your money? Ready to discover how to balance saving and living? Join Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken as she discusses balancing ‘Provider Money’ and ‘Pleasure Money’ energies in your financial life. Christine shares insights on how to identify imbalances, practical strategies for achieving …

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Are you ready to claim your seat at the financial table? Christine Luken sits down with Jennifer Rogers Markwell, an Emmy-nominated journalist turned financial planner, to explore the journey of empowering women through finances. Jennifer shares her transformative path from journalism to founding Platinum Wealth Management and discusses the importance of financial literacy and emotional …

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Join Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken as she discusses the significant impact of medical bills on personal finances. She emphasizes the importance of questioning medical recommendations, understanding financial responsibilities, and utilizing tax-free accounts for healthcare expenses. Gain insight and clarity with these key highlights:  The importance of reviewing and even questioning the costs of procedures …

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It’s entirely possible to build a thriving business on social media, even with a small audience. You just need to know how to do it! If you are an entrepreneur looking to leverage deeper connections with your online community, you need to download this episode of Money Is Emotional. Join Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken …

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In a world where financial paradigms constantly shift, understanding the deep emotional ties we have with money becomes increasingly relevant.  Join Christine Luken as she welcomes back special guest Casandra Austin-McDonald for an in-depth conversation surrounding her journey as a biracial woman. Together they explore the often-unspoken money conversations in her family, the profound impact …

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In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach Christine Luken is joined by Casandra Austin-McDonald to share her personal experience managing finances as a multiracial woman. Together, they explore how diverse racial backgrounds shape financial journeys, discuss the impact of systemic issues on wealth-building, and highlight the importance of emotional healing in achieving financial well-being. Casandra discusses:  …

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Are you confident your financial advisor is truly working for you?  Welcome back to Hiring and Working with a Financial Advisor: Part 2, where Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, dives into the fiduciary standard and arms you with essential questions to ask your financial advisor that ensure you’re hiring the right advisor for your unique …

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