Money Is Emotional

Money: From Sacrilege to Sacrament (Ep. 86)

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 on which integrates marketplace savvy with spiritual practice.   Resources: * Follow and subscribe to the Merchant Priestess on Substack: https://substack.com/@christineluken [https://substack.com/@christineluken] * Waitlist for the inaugural round of the Merchant Priestess Path:  https://bit.ly/mpwaitlistjuly26 [https://bit.ly/mpwaitlistjuly26] * Listen to episode 84, The Four Elements of Money: https://bit.ly/MIEpodcast84 [https://bit.ly/MIEpodcast84] * Wealthy Woman Book Club® https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/ [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/ [https://www.christineluken.com/apply/] Connect with Christine Luken: * Connect with Christine Luken for financial coaching: https://www.christineluken.com/apply/ [https://www.christineluken.com/apply/] * Join the Wealthy Woman Book Club®: https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/ [https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/]

Through the Threshold with HR Hutzel (Ep. 85)

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/ [https://www.christineluken.com/apply/] * Join the Wealthy Woman Book Club®: https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/ [https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/]   Connect with Heather Hutzel: * Through the Threshold workshop: www.hrhutzel.com/threshold [http://www.hrhutzel.com/threshold] * Heather’s Substack, Threshold: https://hrhutzel.substack.com/ [https://hrhutzel.substack.com/] * Fable of Eylan Books: https://hrhutzel.store/products/fable-of-eylan [https://hrhutzel.store/products/fable-of-eylan] * Fable of Eylan Books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4vyDOjH [https://amzn.to/4vyDOjH] * Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/hrhutzel/ [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.

The Four Elements of Money (Ep. 84)

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/ [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 [https://foundations-of-financial-dignity-self-study.teachery.co/buy-now] * Magnetic Money Mindset® Course: https://bit.ly/magneticmindsetcourse [https://bit.ly/magneticmindsetcourse]  Save $111 with promo code MINDSET111 * Wealthy Woman Book Club® https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/ [https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/]   Connect with Christine Luken:  * Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach  [https://www.christineluken.com/financial-professionals/foundations-financial-dignity/] * LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC [https://www.linkedin.com/company/7-pillarsllc/] * LinkedIn: Christine Luken [https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdignitycoach/] * Instagram: Christine Luken [https://www.instagram.com/christineluken/] * Facebook: Christine Luken [https://www.facebook.com/FinancialDignityCoach/] * TikTok: Christine Luken [https://www.tiktok.com/@christine.m.luken] * YouTube: Christine Luken [https://www.youtube.com/@ChristineLuken] * Hello@ChristineLuken.com [hello@christineluken.com] * The Wealthy Woman Book Club™ [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/2122.png] [https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/] * Loved this episode? Go here [https://bit.ly/MIEpodtipjar] to leave us a little tip!

Feng Shui Your Way to Abundance (Ep. 83)

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/ [https://www.christineluken.com/apply/] * Join the Wealthy Woman Book Club®: https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/ [https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/] * Financial Tidy Up Bundle: https://bit.ly/financialtidyup [https://bit.ly/financialtidyup]   Connect with Janine Lowe: * Website: https://www.janinelowe.co.uk/home [https://www.janinelowe.co.uk/home] * Feng Shui Your Way to Abundance book: https://amzn.to/4t4XBFb [https://amzn.to/4t4XBFb] * Podcast: https://ukhealthradio.com/program/feng-shui-your-way/ [https://ukhealthradio.com/program/feng-shui-your-way/] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janinelowefengshui/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/janinelowefengshui/?hl=en] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janinelowefengshui/ [https://www.facebook.com/janinelowefengshui/] * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janine-lowe-b185562a/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/janine-lowe-b185562a/]   Connect with Christine Luken:  * Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach  [https://www.christineluken.com/financial-professionals/foundations-financial-dignity/] * LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC [https://www.linkedin.com/company/7-pillarsllc/] * LinkedIn: Christine Luken [https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdignitycoach/] * Instagram: Christine Luken [https://www.instagram.com/christineluken/] * Facebook: Christine Luken [https://www.facebook.com/FinancialDignityCoach/] * TikTok: Christine Luken [https://www.tiktok.com/@christine.m.luken] * YouTube: Christine Luken [https://www.youtube.com/@ChristineLuken] * Hello@ChristineLuken.com [hello@christineluken.com] * The Wealthy Woman Book Club™ [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/2122.png] [https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/] * Loved this episode? Go here [https://bit.ly/MIEpodtipjar] 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.

Break Out of Your Money Comfort Zone (Ep. 82)

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/ [https://www.christineluken.com/apply/] * Magnetic Money Mindset® Course: https://bit.ly/magneticmindsetcourse [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 [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 [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/ [https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/]   Connect with Christine Luken:  * Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach  [https://www.christineluken.com/financial-professionals/foundations-financial-dignity/] * LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC [https://www.linkedin.com/company/7-pillarsllc/] * LinkedIn: Christine Luken [https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdignitycoach/] * Instagram: Christine Luken [https://www.instagram.com/christineluken/] * Facebook: Christine Luken [https://www.facebook.com/FinancialDignityCoach/] * TikTok: Christine Luken [https://www.tiktok.com/@christine.m.luken] * YouTube: Christine Luken [https://www.youtube.com/@ChristineLuken] * Hello@ChristineLuken.com [hello@christineluken.com] * The Wealthy Woman Book Club™ [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/2122.png] [https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/] * Loved this episode? Go here [https://bit.ly/MIEpodtipjar] to leave us a little tip!