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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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 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, providing actionable insights for business owners to reclaim their time and achieve a balanced life. The conversation also explores overcoming guilt and fear, the importance of delegation, and the benefits of building a supportive team.
Mark discusses:
The relationship between time wealth and financial wealth for entrepreneurs.
How he unintentionally created the opposite of time wealth in his business.
Why it is important to have a clear vision for your business and life.
With an eclectic background spanning from his time as a U.S. Marine to various professional roles, including accounting and real estate, Mark Dolfini gathered a wealth of experience—both in successes and failures. It’s this diverse journey that uniquely qualifies him as a strategic business coach.
But, beyond qualifications, Mark’s mission has been clear—he’s here to guide individuals who are tired of being run by their businesses and instead want their businesses to serve their lives.
Strategic Boardroom was born out of this idea and strives to help business owners and leaders learn how to set clear priorities, maintain a focused vision, and implement systems that align with that vision.
We are committed to showing you that it’s possible to achieve both personal and professional success without sacrificing one for the other.
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 in money management, and prioritize spending on experiences and relationships over material possessions. The episode concludes with a focus on aligning spending with personal values and the intentional use of money to foster a fulfilling life.
Christine discusses:
The job of money is to support our happiness, not be the source of it.
True happiness is about peace, well-being, and contentment.
More money can increase happiness, but only to a point.
Chasing money as a source of happiness is a losing race.
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: it did NOT involve riding off into the sunset on a unicorn), the common pitfalls ambitious people tend to overlook, and the step-by-step considerations you must address to put yourself—and your family—on smart financial footing.
This engaging conversation is full of candid stories, tangible processes, and practical mindset shifts to make sure your leap isn’t just brave, but also brilliantly planned.
Christine and Tania discuss:
The importance of setting up a clear, confident exit strategy.
How to manage unpredictable income after leaving a steady paycheck.
How to avoid common pitfalls like underpricing yourself or over-investing in business tools you don’t need.
The major challenges women over the age of 40 face when transitioning to self-employment.
Making the emotional transition from leader to entrepreneur with peace of mind.
Actionable steps for calculating your living and business expenses during a transition.
Tania Brown i]s a financial coach with over 20 years of experience, She helps corporate women build a financial bridge to the self-employed life they’ve dreamed of.
She does this by simplifying the complexities of navigating personal, business, and often overlooked mindset aspects of the transition from steady paychecks to unstable business income.
She’ll help you:
☑ Get Clarity and Direction: Move past confusion by understanding your current financial picture and assessing your personal “Quit Job” readiness with confidence.
☑ Uncover Key Blindspots: Proactively identify potential financial roadblocks or overlooked areas so you can take smart action before you make your leap.
☑ Map Your “Freedom” Date: Create a realistic financial timeline so you know exactly when you can confidently resign and begin building your self-employed life.
You won’t leave with just theory; you’ll have your personalized Blueprint—a solid starting point for making a confident transition to living life on your own terms.
Imagine this:
⋅ Waking up every morning excited to work with your clients.
⋅ Setting your own hours and creating a schedule that honors your priorities.
⋅ Building a thriving business that supports your dreams.
This is within your reach! Ready to finally take the step to live life on your own terms?
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 for those seeking financial growth. Plus, get a sneak peek into their collaborative Money Mind Reset Hypnosis Library, a collection designed to help you tackle the most stubborn financial issues effortlessly.
Christine and Tammy discuss:
How hypnosis differs from meditation.
How combining emotional intelligence with financial planning leads to more effective results.
Accessing your subconscious to rewrite unhelpful money scripts and embrace abundance.
Common myths surrounding hypnosis.
Getting unexpected results by adopting new mantras and breaking free from financial shame.
Tammy Tyree is an award-winning author and clinical hypnotherapist. A devoted mother of four and proud grandmother, she spent years helping individuals navigate the depths of the subconscious.
Now fully immersed in her passion for writing, Tammy has transitioned into a full-time author and self-hypnosis audio creator, blending her expertise in the mind’s hidden realms with the art of storytelling.
She is celebrated for her memoir and paranormal fiction, weaving profound themes of transformation, spirituality, and the unseen. As a writer, narrator, and explorer of all things spiritual, Tammy inspires others to embrace healing, self-discovery, and the power of our Divine Source.
How can you navigate the complexities of transitioning a family business to the next generation?
Today on Money Is Emotional, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, sits down with Financial Life Planner™ and host of Transition Talks: Business Exit & Retirement Strategies, Josh Ackerman, who shares invaluable insights on handling the financial and emotional aspects of passing a family business to the next generation. Learn why treating your children fairly doesn’t always mean treating them equally and discover the essential conversations to have early on.
Join Christine and Josh to hear real-life experiences about what goes into creating a seamless handover, maintaining family harmony, and planning for the future.
Top takeaways include:
Why Josh decided to join his father’s financial services firm, Context Financial
The biggest and most common pitfall in business transitions
Why treating your children fairly may not always mean treating them equally
What business owners with young children should be thinking about
Josh Ackerman, joined Context Financial in 2006 and became a Certified Financial Planner™ in 2009. Josh is a member of the Financial Planning Association, a national association that supports CFP® professionals, financial planners, academic leaders, students, and those who support the financial planning process. He is the host of Transition Talks: Business Exit & Retirement Strategies.
