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.

Episodes

January 14, 2026 24 mins

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 ...

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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...

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December 10, 2025 20 mins

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.

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November 19, 2025 51 mins

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 financia...

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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 experi...

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On this episode, Christine Luken breaks down the concept of “conscious capitalism” which is a way of doing business that’s about more than just profit. It’s about paying people well, choosing vendors with values, and using your financial power to uplift others (including Mother Earth).

Christine shares stories from her own journey and offers actionable steps any you can take, whether you’re hiring staff, p...

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On this episode of the Money is Emotional podcast, host Christine Luken sits down with guest Shannon Villalba, founder of Heartsong Legal and a true innovator in the world of trademarks, copyright, and business strategy. Shannon isn’t your typical IP attorney, she’s a digital artist, a legal strategist, and someone who truly understands what it means to build a business with both ambition and purpose.

Shan...

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September 24, 2025 49 mins

Maybe you’re building a family legacy, planning for succession, or suddenly find yourself grappling with the weight of a financial windfall. Whatever your story, one thing is clear: wealth isn’t just a spreadsheet, it’s deeply personal.

This episode of Money is Emotional podcast features Marina Pearson as she and host Christine Luken dig into something most financial experts shy away from: the emotional bu...

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September 9, 2025 33 mins

On this episode of Money is Emotional podcast, host Christine Luken tackles a timely question:
Will AI Replace Financial Coaches?

The answer might surprise you, yes and no.

Discover why a human touch remains vital in your financial journey, especially during stressful or complex situations. Christine shares personal stories, explores the limitations of AI...

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August 20, 2025 26 mins

Are you still trying to make traditional budgeting work for you even though your income and expenses are anything but predictable?

Many of us were taught to use “static” budgets, but for professionals with variable income and complex finances, this old-school approach often leads to stress, guilt, and missed opportunities.

On this episode of Money is Emotional podcast, host Christine Luken dive...

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On this episode of Money is Emotional podcast, we explored how crystals can enhance your mindset and support your financial journey. While they aren’t a substitute for solid money management, crystals like Citrine, Pyrite, Green Aventurine, Sunstone, and Fluorite can help boost your confidence, focus, and abundance mindset. Remember, your prosperity starts with smart decisions—and a little extra sparkle ne...

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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 vision, infrastructure, process, execution, and reporting, providi...

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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 of treating yourself like your own best friend when big money choices arise. Remember...

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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 to keep your cool and stick to your investment plan when m...

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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 listeners to find joy in their current financial journey, practice mindfulness...

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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, particularly those that exploit emotions related to money, and emphasizes the...

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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 an...

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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 

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 new ones—a game-changer fo...

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