Money Is Emotional

Are finances a thorny issue in your relationship? Today on Money is Emotional, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, alongside special guest Kevin Bruce Scott, dives deep into the often complex dynamic of men, money, and emotions. Kevin, a renowned Men’s Empowerment and Relationship Coach, sheds light on the internal battles men face around finances and how these struggles impact their relationships. Throughout their engaging conversation, they explore actionable strategies for better communication, understanding, and connection between partners when discussing money. Kevin’s top takeaways: Understanding the pressure men feel to provide and the impact on their self-worth Tactics for managing dynamics and emotions in relationships where women are the primary earners Tips and strategies for open, honest, and effective financial discussions between partners An insightful look into Kevin’s transformative program focused on empowering men to lead with integrity in all areas of life, including finances And more! Don’t miss the full conversation for a deeper understanding of how emotions and money interplay in relationships and discover practical tips for achieving financial harmony with your partner. Resources: The Wealthy Woman Book Club The Word of Man Program 9 Ways You May Be Unknowingly Destroying Your Relationship: What If You Showed Up as the Man You Were Meant to Be? By Kevin Bruce Scott The Change In Your Relationship Starts With You: What if you showed up as the man you were meant to be? By Kevin Bruce Scott Connect with Christine Luken: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken TikTok: Christine Luken YouTube: Christine Luken [email protected] Connect with Kevin Bruce Scott: Effortless Alpha LinkedIn: Effortless Alpha Instagram: @effortlessalpha Facebook: Effortless Alphas YouTube: Effortless Alpha About Our Guest: When Kevin Bruce Scott speaks, his messages connect people to their hearts as well as their minds. He has lived many different lives – as an artist, businessman, salesman, even a farmer! – and that helps him relate to all kinds of people. Kevin strives to give his dedicated clients a feeling of potential possibility in their lives, something one tends to forget they have hidden all along. He is a leader of leaders, a leader of men, and works hard to be an example for men of all walks of life. The motto for the Effortless Alpha brotherhood he created is “Honoring Individual Masculinity.” His life-transforming work with men in groups and one-on-one has sparked the Masculine Expansion, an effort to encourage men to lead themselves and their communities with power, honor, discipline, and respect.

Are your adult kids becoming financial grownups? Let’s talk about how you can help your adult (18+) children become financially independent while supporting them along the way. Today, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, sits down with Bobbi Rebell, CFP®, founder of Financial Wellness Strategies, to discuss launching financial grownups. Bobbi shares her journey from the news world to helping parents raise financially savvy almost-adult kids. She emphasizes the importance of understanding each person’s unique financial blueprint and offers practical advice for transitioning your adult children to financial independence. Learn how to empower your children to become money-smart adults and navigate financial independence with practical strategies and emotional support. Bobbi’s Key Topics: Her journey from working in national media to helping parents raise financial grown-ups. Supporting young adults in their financial journey towards independence. Encouraging open communication and transparency around financial matters. Providing financial guidance and setting up an exit plan for parental support. Allowing adult children to lead their financial decisions while offering guidance and supervision. And more Resources: Launching Financial Grownups by Bobbi Rebell How To Be A Financial Grownup by Bobbi Rebell Connect with Christine Luken: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken TikTok: Christine Luken YouTube: Christine Luken [email protected] Connect with Bobbi Rebell: Financial Wellness Strategies Bobbi Rebell, CFP® LinkedIn: Bobbi Rebell Facebook: Bobbi Rebell Instagram: @bobbirebell1 Twitter: @bobbierebell About our Guest: Bobbi Rebell, CFP®, is the founder of Financial Wellness Strategies and the author of Launching Financial Grownups: Live Your Richest Life by Helping Your (Almost) Adult Kids Become Everyday Money Smart. She is a financial wellness educator, speaker, conference host, and moderator, and works as a spokesperson for brands aligned with her values. Bobbi is frequently quoted in the media as a money and parenting expert. Media outlets have included The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Consumer Reports, AARP, The NY Post, New York Magazine, The Washington Post, USA Today, Newsweek, Time, CNBC, Architectural Digest, Health, Brides, Parade, Business Insider, Money, Cosmopolitan, Bottom Line, Yahoo Finance, Marketwatch, The Street, MSN, Today.com, Oprah.com, Fox News Channel, Fox Business, Cheddar, The Street, as well as hundreds of appearances on local television, radio and podcasts. Earlier in her career Bobbi was a global business news anchor and personal finance columnist at Thomson Reuters and held various journalist positions at top news outlets including CNBC, CNN, and PBS. Bobbi is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and received her Certificate in Financial Planning from New York University. Her first book “How to be a Financial Grownup: Proven Advice from High Achievers on How to Live Your Dreams and Have Financial Freedom” was released in 2016. She and her family live in Boca Raton, Florida.

Are you tired of the stress and drama that lending money to friends and family can bring into your life? Let’s unpack it together. In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, dives into the world of lending money to friends and family, exploring the nuances, risks, and strategies for maintaining financial harmony in relationships. She discusses the pros and cons of lending money to keep your relationships and finances healthy and drama-free. Christine’s top takeaways: Lending money changes the nature of the relationship. If you can’t afford to give it, you can’t afford to lend it. Co-signing a loan is NOT a better option. If you’re loaning a significant amount of money, draw up a loan agreement in writing. How to politely say NO to requests for loans from loved ones How to help out loved ones in need And more Resources: Money is Emotional: Prevent Your Heart from Hijacking Your Wallet by Christine Luken Work 1:1 with Christine, apply for Financial Dignity® Coaching Are You Helping or Enabling? (Ep. 20) Why You Should Let Your Kids Fail With Money With James Lenhoff (Ep. 4) Living a Rich Life: The No-Regrets Guide to Building and Spending Wealth by James Lenhoff Connect with Christine Luken: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken TikTok: Christine Luken YouTube: Christine Luken [email protected]

What does it take to turn a rough start into a triumphant success when investing in real estate? Get ready to listen to some of the most valuable lessons for aspiring landlords and real estate investors from Mark Dolfini, founder of Mark Dolfini Strategic Coaching and Landlord Coach. Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, welcomes Mark Dolfini, a veteran of the US Marines, author, and a life and business strategist, onto the show today to share his story about becoming a successful real estate investor from a rocky start as a landlord. Mark addresses some common mistakes landlords make, such as underestimating expenses and overestimating income, leading to financial strain and personal stress. He emphasizes the importance of proper property underwriting, strategic planning, and budgeting for expenses like capital expenditures and vacancy rates. Mark gets real about his own plot twists, sharing a personal story of overworking, facing foreclosures, and hospitalization, highlighting the risks of mismanagement. But like any great story, there’s a silver lining! He concludes with advice on creating systems and processes for efficient property management, ensuring landlords can avoid creating unnecessary jobs for themselves and maintain profitability. Mark talks about: His experience as a landlord and how he got into the real estate business The most common mistakes landlords make that adversely affect the profitability of their business Tips about being “time-wealthy” for any business owner His VIP Method Course for Landlords And more Resources: The Judge: A Landlord’s Tale by Mark Dolfini The Time-Wealthy Investor 2.0 by Mark Dolfini VIP Method Course for Landlords Manage Money Like a BOSS by Christine Luken Connect with Christine Luken: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken TikTok: Christine Luken YouTube: Christine Luken [email protected] Connect with Mark Dolfini: Mark Dolfini LinkedIn: Mark Dolfini Facebook: Mark Dolfini Instagram: @markdolfini YouTube: @markdolfini About Our Guest: Mark Dolfini is a Strategic Life and Business Coach and founder of Mark Dolfini Strategic Coaching and Landlord Coach, LLC. Mark has an eclectic background starting from his time as a U.S. Marine. His professional experience includes accounting and banking fields, Commercial Underwriting, Commercial Lending and Loan Review, Residential Property Management, and Real Estate Investments.

Get ready for another electrifying episode of Money is Emotional! Today, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, talks about six simple ways to increase your business income, THIS MONTH. She dissects a range of approaches, including the introduction of tiered service options, the clever reconfiguration of product offerings, the strategic hike in pricing, the targeting of sales efforts towards current clientele, and the streamlining of the transaction journey. Christine brings her own stories to the table, highlighting the psychological impact of buying decisions, the upsides of adjusting prices upwards, and the critical role that consumer allegiance plays. This episode is brimming with practical tips for business owners eager to amplify their financial returns. Christine discusses: Upselling and down-selling Repackaging what your business offers Raising product and service prices Selling to your current and past customers Making it easy for customers to buy from you The importance of following up with both existing and potential customers And more Resources: KRC Machine Tool Solutions The Color of Money With Michelle Lewis (Ep. 22) FREE Guide: 7 Easy Ways to Increase Your Business Income This Month Manage Money Like a Boss by Christine Luken Statistics: Sales Follow-Up (mentioned approx. 26:41) Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken TikTok: Christine Luken Email: [email protected]

Money can be a source of contention in a relationship, but it doesn’t have to be. Today, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, talks about the mindset shifts and practical actions you can take to manage money as a couple in a more harmonious way. She explores how to handle your cash with your better half without the drama and is all about how to play nice with your partner when it comes to your finances. Christine is a big fan of chatting it out, getting cozy with each other’s money histories, and penciling in some adorable “money dates” to discuss spending and financial plans. She shines a spotlight on the must-haves: being as clear as crystal, building a fortress of trust, and kicking financial secrets to the curb. Plus, she’s all about mixing it up with a sprinkle of yours, mine, and ours when it comes to bank accounts. So, buckle up. It’s time to make managing money with your main squeeze a walk in the park. Christine discusses: The importance of open communication when managing money as a couple Understanding each partner’s unique money blueprint Being financially transparent and addressing financial secrecy Having a weekly “money date” as a couple Why both partners should be involved in financial planning and decision-making And more Resources: Why Money is So Emotional (Ep. 2) Money is Emotional by Christine Luken Secrets of the Millionaire Mind by T. Harv Eker The Wall Street Journal: Couples Embrace the Least Romantic Date Ever: The Money Date Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken TikTok: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken Email: [email protected]

It takes approximately 500 hours for an executor to complete tasks that have been designated to them by their deceased loved one. If you’ve been appointed as an executor, this episode of Money is Emotional can help you learn how to best prioritize tasks, solidify decisions without guilt, and provide you with much-needed encouragement as you carry the weight of executing a will. Join Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach in a soul-stirring conversation with Rachel Donnelly, CEO and founder of AfterLight as they discuss what to do as an executor of an estate. Rachel shares practical advice on when to seek professional help and how to navigate estate administration. She emphasizes the importance of collaborative estate planning, a way to make informed decisions that pay homage to the departed’s legacy. Learn how to balance mourning with managing the intricacies of being an executor as Christine and Rachel touch on: Responsibilities of an executor, and the first steps to take when a loved one passes Their personal experiences with being an executor and estate planning Emotional and financial challenges that come with losing a loved one How to detail your estate plan to ease decisions and actions for your executor When an executor should reach out for help And more Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken TikTok: Christine Luken Email: [email protected] Connect with Rachel Donnelly: AfterLight LinkedIn: Rachel Donnelly Facebook: My AfterLight Instagram: @MyAfterLight Email: [email protected] About Our Guest: Rachel Donnelly is the CEO and founder of AfterLight, a company that provides legacy planning and After Loss Consulting. She has dealt with the loss of many of her loved ones and often wishes they had been better prepared. Rachel aims to give families in the same situation the guidance, space to grieve, and ability to get back to their everyday lives by taking after loss and end-of-life tasks off their plates.

Have you ever fallen prey to the infamous “girl math”? If you’ve ever succumbed to an impulsive shopping spree, you’re probably guilty as charged! Today on Money Is Emotional, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, dives headfirst into the world of “girl math” – those quirky rules women supposedly abide by when justifying their impulse buys. Christine takes a magnifying glass to this flawed logic, sharing a jaw-dropping example that’ll leave you questioning the sanity of “girl math.” Get ready for a rollercoaster as Christine passionately voices her concerns about this trend and its impact on the financial well-being of women. She stresses the urgency of financial literacy and responsible spending, urging her fellow ladies to reclaim control of their finances. Out with “girl math,” in with “wealthy woman math” – making informed financial decisions! Christine discusses: What “Girl Math” is and where the trend started The omnipresence of Girl Math Why Girl Math is a cutesy way to keep women dumbed down about money The liberation of not needing to justify your spending when you’re in control of your money Trading “Girl Math” for “Wealthy Woman Math” Recognizing if you’re using Girl Math as an occasional funny joke or as a way to justify self-destructive financial behavior And more Resources: Free download of Money is Emotional: Prevent Your Heart from Hijacking Your Wallet Using “Girl Math” to justify $5,600 spent on a 4-day Taylor Swift concert extravaganza FINRA’s 7-Question Financial Literacy Quiz Women & Investing article by Motley Fool Forbes Gender Pay Gap 2023 article Financial Literacy Statistics by Gender and Generation Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken Email: [email protected]  

How can you help your aging parents with their finances? In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, welcomes her friend and special guest, Julianne Miller, an accredited financial counselor and the owner of Life Money Management. Christine and Julianne answer how you can help your senior parents with money and discuss the challenges and solutions of managing finances for aging parents. They highlight the signs that indicate a need for assistance, such as forgetfulness and disorganization, and discuss the role of a daily money manager. They also dive into the importance of using personal finance apps for transparency and communication, preparing legal documents in advance, and protecting seniors from scams. Julianne discusses: What led her to financial coaching and daily money management The signs that our senior parents or loved ones may need assistance with their personal finances Various options we have to help our senior family members with money management Protecting aging parents from scams and the importance of being vigilant How to begin the conversation with our senior parents And more Resources: Julianne’s Tip Sheet – Caring for Aging Parents: Tips for Managing the Bills Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken Email: [email protected] Connect with Julianne Miller: Life Money Management LinkedIn: Julianne Miller Facebook: Life Money Management Instagram: @lifemoneymanagement About Our Guest: Julianne Miller, AFC ®, is the founder of Life Money Management. For over 26 years, Julianne Miller has been bringing calm to the people she works with. Whether it was in corporate jobs where her calm demeanor helped calm a stressed boss, or in the accounting and tax world where she brought calm to elderly clients and sole proprietors nervous about their tax liabilities and bills to be paid, she has always had the ability to be a careful listener, diligent researcher, and finder of answers. She has always been able to simplify the complex so others could understand and make the best decisions with what they had. Her love of helping others, especially women and their money, brought her to Financial Counseling in 2017. Since then, she has loved bringing Clarity, Confidence, and Peace to her clients who want to make smart decisions with their money so they can finally reach their dreams and goals.

Are you looking to improve your relationship with your personal finances? In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, welcomes her fellow friend, financial coach, and the author of “Dear Fellow Spender: Enjoy Using Your Money to Get Out of Debt, Build Savings, and Create a Life You Love”, Emily Burnett. Together, they talk about the emotional side of personal finance, emphasizing the importance of budgeting, not as a restriction, but as a way to plan for joyful and fulfilling spending. Emily shares her personal journey of paying off $50,000 in debt in less than two years, highlighting the role of intentionality and control in financial management. Emily talks about: Her journey as a “former money mess” and what her turning point was Her love for budgeting and why she reframes it as the “active cycle of organizing your money and planning your spending” How to regain a sense of control over your money by remembering “money doesn’t spend itself” The challenges women may encounter when managing personal finances as a single person And more   Resources: Dear Fellow Spender: Enjoy Using Your Money to Get Out of Debt, Build Savings, and Create a Life You Love by Emily Burnett Why Money Is So Emotional (Ep. 2) The Problem with Budgets (Ep. 27) Manage Money Like A Boss In Your Business (Ep. 15) Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken Email: [email protected] Connect with Emily Burnett: Moso Money LinkedIn: Emily Burnett Instagram: @moso_money About our Guest: Emily Burnette is a financial coach, the founder of Moso Money, and the author of “Dear Fellow Spender”. Emily is passionate about helping others get out of debt by adding a happy structure to their money and habits. She has written extensively about the subject and coached dozens of others to healthier money and thus happier lives. Emily left corporate in 2022 and has been traveling and building her business full-time ever since. She loves the open road, literally and figuratively, and her first book was published, “Dear Fellow Spender” in July 2023.

Is anyone honestly excited about budgets? Maybe two people out of 100! Let’s explore why we don’t like traditional budgets and how to shift our mindset around tracking out numbers. In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, talks about the challenges of traditional budgeting and offers a new perspective on managing personal finances. She suggests reframing budgeting as a prosperity plan or a wealth accumulation plan and emphasizes the importance of a sustainable and personalized approach. Christine also touches on the importance of both micro and macro budgeting and explains what they’re best suited for. Christine talks about: Why budget is an emotionally loaded word The cookie cutter problem with traditional budgeting Why the pass/fail paradigm is a problematic approach to budgeting Macro vs Micro budgeting And more   Resources: Tidy Money Bundle Money is Not Evil (Ep. 25) Generosity Makes You Rich with Bob Depasquale (Ep. 14) Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach Set up a time to chat with Christine LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken Email: [email protected]

As a business owner, securing your financial future requires making important decisions and considering various factors. It’s easy to get caught up in the daily hustle and forget about the need to build a strong retirement plan. In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, sits down with Darren Wurz, co-owner of Wurz Financial Services and host of The Lawyer Millionaire Podcast. They dive into retirement savings options for business owners. They explore strategies like backdoor Roth IRAs and solo 401(k) plans. Darren also highlights the importance of building savings outside of retirement accounts and cautions against relying solely on the sale of assets. Christine and Darren discuss: Darren’s background and experience in financial planning for attorneys and law firm owners The difficulty for self-employed individuals to prioritize saving for retirement Retirement savings options for solo entrepreneurs and small business owners The benefits of a cash balance plan for retirement savings Non-qualified compensation plans The importance of considering saving and investing outside of retirement accounts The potential pitfalls of relying solely on the sale of a business or property for retirement savings And more!   Resources: “The Lawyer Millionaire” by Darren Wurz “The Lawyer Millionaire Podcast” Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken Email: [email protected] Connect with Darren Wurz: The Lawyer Millionaire LinkedIn: Darren Wurz About our Guest: Darren Wurz specializes in financial planning for law firm owners. He is a Certified Financial Planner® Professional with an M.S. in Financial Planning from Golden Gate University. As a fiduciary and fee-only advisor, he has developed expertise in the unique financial planning needs of those in the legal profession, and he now specializes in serving attorneys and law firm owners across the country. His mission is to help his clients achieve financial independence as they define it. As a small business owner himself, he is deeply familiar with the challenges of solo practitioners and small firm owners. He is the host of The Lawyer Millionaire Podcast, available wherever you get your podcasts, and author of The Lawyer Millionaire: The Complete Guide for Attorneys on Maximizing Wealth, Minimizing Taxes, and Retiring with Confidence, published by the American Bar Association. Darren is a member of the American Bar Association and the Financial Planning Association. Locally, he is a member of the Cincinnati Bar Association, the Northern Kentucky Bar Association, and the Covington Business Council. His office is located in Cincinnati, OH, and he was born and raised in Toledo, OH.

Have you ever felt guilty about desiring wealth? Have you been told that money is the root of all evil? Dive into this episode as Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, unravels the intricate ties between money, spirituality, and morality! Dismantling long-standing myths and drawing from the wisdom of thought leaders and spiritual teachings, this transformative journey offers a balanced view of wealth, fostering a positive and dignified relationship with finances. Throughout the episode, Christine dives into: Discover the paradigm shift that recognizing money as a tool creates in your wealth perspective Debunking misconceptions around wealth and spirituality How to navigate wealth, embody generosity, and respond to scrutiny with grace and dignity How to ensure that money is your servant, not your master How to uncover, process, and heal your emotional money triggers to achieve financial dignity and success And more!   Resources: Treasures Beyond Your Emotional Money Triggers Masterclass Matthew 6:24 1 Timothy 6:10 Jim Rohn Joyce Meyer J. K. Rowling Elon Musk Jen Sincero Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken Email: [email protected]

It’s rare to find a person without emotional money baggage. Most of us have at least one money wound haunting us from the past. What’s yours? Dive into this episode with Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, as she hangs out with the fabulous Emily Wilcox, the Money Healer and Business Guru. Emily reveals her own money wounds and how they inspired her to make it her medicine to help fellow female entrepreneurs. Ever heard of the “Money Shame Wound” and “Hard Money Wound”? Emily breaks them down and lets us in on her secret to make those money wounds vanish! Christine and Emily discuss: Emily’s journey from money mishaps to financial finesse, and why she’s passionate about guiding entrepreneurs on a similar path The skinny on money wounds: What they are and the signs you might have one Unraveling the mysteries of the “Money Shame Wound” and the “Hard Money Wound” Emily’s effective strategies to smooth out those financial creases And more   Resources: Money Wounds Quiz The Joyous Path to Millions (new name for Emily’s podcast) Em Makes Money Podcast Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken Email: [email protected] Connect with Emily Wilcox: Emily Wilcox LinkedIn: Emily Wilcox Instagram: @Em.makes.money About our Guest: Emily Wilcox is a Multi 7-Fig CEO and Business Coach, Money and Business Mentor, Podcaster, and Creator of Money Wound Medicine. Emily is on a mission to bring more conscious wealth to this planet by helping entrepreneurs heal their money wounds and call in big, aligned, joyous moolah. She is happily married for over 12 years, a mom of two amazing kids, and loves crossfit and pilates in her spare time.

Are you using debt as a sling shot or a shovel? In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach Christine Luken challenges conventional wisdom about debt, offering a nuanced perspective on what is often viewed as a financial no-go zone. Far from being just a problem or a solution, debt is a tool with many faces. Christine breaks down how to navigate debt responsibly, and what sets “good debt” apart from “bad debt.” Throughout the episode, Christine covers: How chef’s knife and dumbbell analogies illuminate debt’s dual nature: useful or harmful The essential differences between “good debt” that propels you forward and “bad debt” that entraps you How to assess your comfort level with debt before taking the plunge Why the concept of “prolonged pleasure” is a healthier alternative to instant gratification And more!   Resources: I Let My Heart Hijack My Wallet (Ep. 1) Demystifying Credit Scores (Ep. 16) Badass Retirement With Robert Pagliarini, Ph.D., CFP® (Ep. 17)   Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach Financial Dignity® On Demand Course LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken Email: [email protected]

Ever wonder why you feel calm in a green room or why red makes your heart race? In this episode, our guest, Color Psychology Strategist Michelle Lewis, plunges into the mesmerizing field of color psychology. Explore how color not only influences your emotions but also significantly impacts your financial decisions, relationships, and business interactions In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken and Michelle discuss: The soothing power of green in fostering financial stability How opting for purple in business meetings can boost trust Navigating delicate financial conversations with your partner using colors like purple and orange Aligning your daily attire with your goals for maximum effectiveness How to turn your wardrobe into a toolkit for emotional and psychological well-being And more!   Resources: Book: Color Secrets: Learning The One Universal Language We Were Never Taught Book: If It’s Purple, Someone’s Gonna Die Color Psychology School The Color Cure Brand Color Kit Color Psychology Certification for Marketers Free 2-Minute Brand Color Quiz Podcast Pitch Kit: http://bit.ly/podcastpitchkit Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Instagram: Christine Luken Facebook: Christine Luken Email: [email protected] Connect with Michelle Lewis: LinkedIn: Michelle Lewis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecolorcure/ Visibility Vixen Color Cured About our Guest: Michelle Lewis is a Color Psychology Strategist and Visual Presence Expert. Michelle specializes in turning struggling brands into eye-catching success stories. Through her signature Color Course, she helps businesses find their unique brand color and voice, attracting the right customers and boosting sales. She’s been featured on prominent platforms like TEDx, The Huffington Post, and EOFire. Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur or a large corporation, Michelle’s innovative strategies in color psychology and visibility can revolutionize your business.

Have you ever wondered why we choose instant gratification over long-term rewards? In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken uncovers the psychological and biological factors behind our saving habits. Christine discusses how to conquer present bias, save for safety and pleasure, and master the art of delayed gratification. Discover how emotional factors influence saving attitudes and why saving isn’t just about restricting spending. Get ready to supercharge your financial strategy with smart goal-setting, automated savings, and more. Christine discusses: The emotional factors behind saving money and how to recognize + curb poor saving attitudes Why saving money isn’t the opposite of spending money How to start implementing visuals reminders & delayed gratification in your finances The role of an emergency fund in your financial plan + how to start making yours And more   Resources: “Money Is Emotional: Prevent Your Heart From Hijacking Your Wallet” by Christine Luken Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken Email: [email protected]  

Have you ever wondered if your acts of kindness are truly helping or unintentionally fueling poor financial habits? Brace yourself for a mind-bending exploration as Christine dives deep into the world of financial enablement, deciphering its meaning and empowering you with the tools to identify and address this delicate issue head-on. With a dash of wisdom and a sprinkle of practical advice, Christine will guide you through setting healthy boundaries and fostering financial independence for your loved ones. Get ready to reclaim your own financial power while supporting those you care about. In this episode, Christine explores: Unveiling the fine line between helping and enabling Recognizing when your “help” falls short of being helpful The crucial first step to fixing the enabling dynamic Preparing for “the talk” and establishing healthy money boundaries And much more insightful advice to transform your financial relationships!   Resources: I Let My Heart Hijack My Wallet (Ep. 1) The Mel Robbins Podcast Schedule a call with Christine! Financial Dignity On Demand Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken Email: [email protected]

Have you ever felt like you had no control over your finances? Financial abuse is a common form of domestic violence that can leave people feeling helpless and trapped. In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken invites Allison Dagney, author of “When Tears Leave Scars”, to discuss the warning signs of financial abuse and how to overcome its effects. Allison also shares her journey of transforming her relationship with money after her divorce, which was initially filled with fear and anxiety due to the conditioning and programming from her previous marriage. Allison discusses: How to recognize emotional and financial abuse Her personal story experiencing financial and emotional abuse and what she would tell her past self How she escaped the relationship and discreetly saved up resources to live on her own Her recovery journey–the strategies she is using to regain confidence, control, and peace of mind And more   Resources: Website: When Tears Leave Scars “When Tears Leave Scars: A True Story of Triumph Over Emotional Abuse” by Allison K. Dagney Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken Email: [email protected] Connect with Allison Dagney: [email protected] Schedule an Appointment with Allison Dagney About Allison Dagney: As a young adult, Allison met a man who she believed was the love of her life. They got married quickly and brought three kids into the world. But something was wrong. She was miserable. And she blamed herself for all the problems in their marriage. What she didn’t know was that she was being emotionally abused by who she believed was a narcissist. Allison decided it was time to break free and step into the person she was always meant to be — confident and free to live the life she’d always imagined. Allison escaped, and she turned her personal story of transformation into a memoir. And now she coaches women all over the world to help them stop thinking of the painful past, experience peace, and start enjoying life like never before.

Unleash your inner money magician with Christine Luken’s enchanting formula for lasting Financial Dignity®! Wave goodbye to debt, skyrocket your net worth, and embark on a whimsical adventure to financial abundance! Abracadabra, it’s time to play with your money! In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, shares the Financial Dignity® Formula with you. She breaks down the formula into 5 parts: your relationship with money, building a prosperity plan, mastering your debt, emotionally charging your savings, and investing in yourself, and shares some case studies and examples to help you apply the Financial Dignity® Formula to your finances. Christine discusses: How to develop a positive relationship with your money How a prosperity plan can eliminate the problems with extreme budgeting How you can master your debt by using it wisely and in moderation How you can emotionally charge one of the important goals you want to save for Why you should invest in yourself and your financial future And more   Resources: I Let My Heart Hijack My Wallet (Ep. 1) Why Money is So Emotional (Ep. 2) How To Stop Spending Emotionally (Ep. 6) Debt-Busting 101: The Top 5 Methods to Say Goodbye to Bad Debt (Ep. 7) Unearthing Your Money Story (Ep. 10) Apply for a Finaicial Coaching Session Financial Dignity On Demand Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken Email: [email protected]

Retirement: it’s a world of endless possibilities! Some folks love nothing more than basking on a sandy beach, while others crave a daring adventure. Join us for an exciting episode as Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, teams up with the incredible Robert Pagliarini, Ph.D., CFP®, to banish the notion of an “average retirement” and embrace the concept of a “Badass Retirement”! Get ready to learn why people are ditching the beach dreams for thrilling escapades, the vital role of staying healthy in retirement, and discover how you can achieve your very own badass retirement! In this episode, listen and learn as Christine and Robert dive into: The epic disparities between an average retirement and a badass retirement Who is cut out for the daring adventures of a badass retirement (spoiler alert: it’s not for the faint-hearted) How the space between desire and achievement can ignite our inner fire and drive us towards greatness The secret sauce of upgrading your health for a truly badass retirement, with stories from Robert’s own clients The steps you can start taking a decade or more before retirement to set the stage for your own kick-ass retirement And much, much more!   Resources: I Disagree with Dave Ramsey (Ep. 13) Badass Retirement Robert’s other publications Money Is Emotional Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken Email: [email protected] Connect with Robert Pagliarini: Pacifica Wealth Badass Retirement Instagram: @badassretirement About our Guest: Robert Pagliarini, Ph.D., CFP® is the president of Pacifica Wealth, a Certified Financial Planner®, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, and the author of five books, including “Badass Retirement”. He’s not your typical financial professional, but is quite the adventurer! Robert has climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro, hiked the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, and hang-glided in Brazil!

Credit scores can be confusing! How are they calculated? Why do they go up and down? How important are they really? In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, demystifies credit scores and answers your burning questions about them! She covers the basics from what your credit score is and how it’s calculated, all the way to how important your credit score is to your overall financial health. Christine discusses: What a credit score is and how it’s calculated What affects your credit score What your credit score affects other than your ability to borrow money How to improve your credit score without taking on a lot of debt Why it’s more important to focus on your net worth than your credit score And more!   Resources: Financial Dignity® On Demand Free Credit Report Check – AnnualCreditReport.com Credit Score Ranges – Equifax.com Credit Education – MyFICO.com Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken Email: [email protected]

You don’t have to be a numbers nerd to be the boss of your business finances. All you need are a Money Boss mindset and Money Boss actions! In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken talks about making money the best employee in your business, not your worst nightmare. She shares tips on how to keep your business finances organized with a simple system and why it’s important to give them some CEO love. Plus, don’t worry if you’re not a spreadsheet nerd because managing money like a boss doesn’t require a degree in Excel! What are you waiting for? Put on your boss hat, grab a coffee, and let’s get to work on turning your finances into the star employee of your business. Christine’s Key Takeaways: Why you should treat your money as an employee in your business Why a positive mindset about personal finance doesn’t automatically translate to business finances, and how to build a Money Boss Mindset How setting up a simple system can help keep your business finances organized Why it’s important to give your business finances positive attention with some scheduled CEO time Why you should keep your business finances separate from your personal finances You don’t have to be a spreadsheet nerd to manage your money like a boss! And more   Resources: Office Space Trailer Quickbooks Freshbooks Why Money is So Emotional (Ep. 2) Unearthing Your Money Story (Ep. 10) The Manage Money Like A Boss Course Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken Email: [email protected]

Did you know that giving can actually make you feel good? It’s true! In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, speaks with the Generosity Guy, Bob DePasquale, CFP® CAP® about the incredible power of generosity and how it can impact your life and finances. Get ready to be inspired as Bob shares some heartwarming personal stories about the unexpected generosity he’s received during tough times. He also dives into the science behind generosity and gives you some tips on how to cultivate a habit of giving, both consistently and spontaneously. Let’s spread some love and generosity together! Bob discusses: Why generosity has been an important part of his life for the past couple of decades How generosity benefits everyone, even those who just observe it What people miss out on by not being generous with their money How you can cultivate a habit of generosity Why we need both consistent and spontaneous generosity And more Resources: Personal Finance in a Public World: How Technology, Social Media, and Ads Affect Your Money Decisions PIX 11 News: WTC CEO looks back on 9/11 20 years later The impact of generosity: Wendy Steele at TEDxBocaRaton Help! I’m Terrified of Taxes With Lisa Niser (Ep. 11) Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken Email: [email protected] Connect with Bob DePasquale: Bob DePasquale The Generosity Guy Speaking of Impact with Bob DePasquale LinkedIn: Bob DePasquale About our Guest: Bob DePasquale’s generosity journey started at age 18 when he was diagnosed with cancer and experienced the tragic events of 9/11 in just a few short days. He wouldn’t be around to speak about if it weren’t for some amazing acts of generosity. Bob realized the powerful force that the giving mindset is after experiencing his life-threatening illness and the terrorist attacks. He spent 15 years learning how to apply giving principles in his own business and it is now his mission to help others do the same. Organizations that have a generous culture are bound to attract better employees and better customers.

Let’s face it, following Dave Ramsey’s extreme measures, like selling all your possessions, living on a shoestring budget, and working yourself to the bone to pay off debt quickly, can lead to burnout and may not be sustainable in the long run. So, what’s the solution? In this episode, Christine Luken challenges the popular philosophies the famous Dave Ramsey taught. She argues that being too intense and fixated on your finances can be dangerous and that finding a happy medium is the key to success. Tune in to gain valuable insight from Christine as she offers practical tips on achieving a balanced approach that works for YOU and avoiding financial burnout. And that’s not all! Christine also delves into how her Financial Dignity® philosophy complements Dave Ramsey’s teachings, making this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking to enhance their financial well-being. Get ready to have some fun as Christine talks about: Why blindly following anyone (even Dave Ramsey!) isn’t a good idea How to mix Dave Ramsey’s philosophies with her Financial Dignity® movement and create your unique approach Creative ways to use credit cards wisely and reap their benefits The significance of taking a chill pill from your financial plan to prevent burnout and keep your motivation level high Plus, there’s more exciting stuff in store! Resources: FinancialDignityOnDemand.com – promo code “PODCAST” Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken Email: [email protected]

Love on the rocks? Don’t let your finances sink with your heart! We all know splitting up is tough, but it doesn’t have to be a total financial disaster. In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken talks about the top four money mistakes she sees people make during a divorce and how to avoid them. She explains how each of these emotional landmines can cause some real financial damage and what we can do to steer clear of them. In this episode: Get the inside scoop on why some people use money as a weapon during divorce and the emotions fueling this behavior Discover how taking productive action can help you stay in control of your future finances Learn the value of having a pro on your “money team” to guide you through financial matters during divorce Plus, so much more! You don’t want to miss this jam-packed episode Resources: Talking Money With Your Honey With Adam Kol (Ep. 8) Is My Spouse Hiding Money From Me? (Ep. 5) Financial Dignity After Divorce by Christine Luken Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken Email: [email protected]

We get it, taxes can be terrifying. Let’s put your tax fears at ease together. In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, brings on the one and only Lisa Niser – a tax pro with a passion for teaching folks like us how to make smart decisions with our money. Lisa dishes on the top 5 tax fears that give us the heebie-jeebies. But instead of hiding under the covers, they’re giving us the scoop on how freaked out we should be, what actually happens in each situation, and what we can do to conquer those fears if we ever face ‘em. Lisa’s got us covered on: The 5 most common tax fears How much we should really be freaking out about each one The scoop on what really happens in each tax fear scenario Actions we can take to handle those tax fears like a boss And more (you don’t want to miss this!) Resources: What Entrepreneurs Need To Know About Taxes – Exclusive 25% off with code CHRISTINE25 Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken Email: [email protected] Connect with Lisa Niser: LisaNiser.com LinkedIn: Lisa Niser About our Guest: Lisa Niser has a Master’s degree in Taxation from DePaul University and has been an IRS Enrolled Agent for over 25 years. Lisa provides tax advice to both individuals and business owners so they can make informed decisions for their finances.

Are you tired of feeling like a hamster on a wheel when it comes to your finances? It’s time to break the cycle and unleash your inner money boss! In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, helps us find our money stories and teaches us how to remove them. So what exactly is a money story, you ask? Christine breaks it down and shows us how our past experiences with money can impact our present and future relationship with it. But don’t worry – she’s got a two-step plan to help us remove those unhelpful money stories from our subconscious once and for all. Christine discusses: Breaking free from financial patterns by understanding your money story How your past experiences can affect your financial future Fast-tracking information into your unconscious mind with theta brain waves Why unhelpful money stories keep us in self-sabotaging cycles How to remove unhelpful money stories in just two steps Creating a positive financial narrative and transforming your money mindset And so much more! This is not your average finance talk – it’s time to let loose and have some fun as we explore our money mindset and unleash our financial potential. Tune in now and let’s get started! Resources: 5 Reasons Why People Give Up On Their Money Goals (Ep. 9) The Biology of Belief by Dr. Bruce Lipton Magnetic Money Mindset Course, Promo code: PODCAST Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken Email: [email protected]

Ready, set, stick to your money goals! It’s no secret that New Year’s resolutions can be tough to keep, especially when it comes to our finances. But don’t worry, Financial Dignity® Coach Christine Luken has your back! She’s uncovered the top 5 reasons why we tend to fall off track with our money goals and has some super fun tips to help you reset and rock those goals like a boss! Christine discusses: Why having a million and one goals is more harm than help Why we need to get pumped about our goals The benefits of being a bit bendy: Why some goals need room to move Setting a schedule: When it’s a help and when it’s a hindrance Why being rigid can keep us from achieving our goals And so much more! Resources: Debt-Busting 101: The Top 5 Methods to Say Goodbye to Bad Debt (Ep. 7) High Income, Hot Mess (Ep. 3) Why You Should Let Your Kids Fail With Money With James Lenhoff (Ep. 4) Why Money Is So Emotional (Ep. 2) FinancialDignityOnDemand.com – promo code “PODCAST” Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken Email: [email protected]

Talking about money with your honey doesn’t have to be painful or stressful! It’s normal to not agree with each other 100% of the time, but that doesn’t mean we can’t navigate those differences with love and respect. Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, teams up with Adam Kol, a certified mediator, tax attorney, financial advisor, and financial couples counselor, to tackle the elephant in the room- talking about money as a couple Listen in as Adam shares his expert insights and explains how he helps couples in financial conflict find teamwork, fairness, and peace of mind. Let’s make talking about money a piece of cake! In this episode: Find out why money causes big trouble in relationships Understand the danger of ignoring the root cause of financial disagreements Money talks with your significant other don’t have to be painful or stressful Learn why disagreeing is normal, and how it can be handled with love and respect Adam shares the process that he walks couples through to address and resolve conflicts around money when emotions are high And more! Let’s make talking about money a piece of cake! Resources: Couples Financial Coach Podcast Couples Financial Coach Blog Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken Email: [email protected] Connect with Adam Kol: Couples Financial Coach LinkedIn: Adam Kol Email: [email protected] About our Guest: Adam Kol helps couples go from financial overwhelm or fighting to clarity, peace of mind & teamwork. He brings experience as a Certified Mediator, Tax Attorney, and Financial Advisor. Adam is a graduate of Duke Law (J.D.) and NYU Law (LL.M. in Tax Law).

Ready to kick debt to the curb? Whether you’re a debt newbie or a seasoned pro, this episode is for you! Join Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, as she shares 5 different strategies for paying off debt and the perfect scenarios to use them in. Plus, she’ll be dishing out some helpful resources for managing debt so you can be on your way to financial freedom in no time. It’s time to say goodbye to those pesky bills and hello to the good life! In this episode, you will learn: Why it’s always a good time to start paying off your debt, regardless of the time of the year Why a key step to paying off debt is making a promise to yourself to stop digging the hole deeper The top 5 ways to pay off debt and how to choose the one that works best for you Mix and match the methods for a powerful debt-busting combo And that’s not all, folks! Resources: Is My Spouse Hiding Money From Me? (Ep. 5) I Let My Heart Hijack My Wallet (Ep. 1) Debt Payoff Worksheet Mint.com Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken Email: [email protected]  

Not all spending is bad. Some emotional spending is good, but when it starts to negatively affect our finances or results in regrettable purchases, it’s time to take a step back and try to fix our spending habits. In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, talks about emotional spending. More importantly, she explains that we can’t stop all emotional spending, but there are ways to help put a stop to the bad habits related to it. Christine talks about what emotional spending really means, the difference between healthy and unhealthy emotional spending, and things we can do to help with emotional spending if it becomes problematic. Christine discusses: What “emotional spending” really means The difference between healthy and unhealthy emotional spending Why emotional spending is a habit, not a character trait Identifying the root emotion that causes you to spend unwisely and how to redirect yourself from unhealthy spending Why spending is not inherently bad And more Resources: Why Money is So Emotional (Ep. 2) Free 3-Day Master Your Spending Mini-Course Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken Email: [email protected]

37% of people keep at least one financial secret from their romantic partner. If your relationship is on the rocks or divorce has already been mentioned, you should be on high alert. In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken talks about the many red flags with hiding money from a spouse. She details why spouses might hide money from one another, the signs to look out for, and where the money or income might be hidden with a couple of personal stories from herself and her co-host, Aric Johnson. Christine discusses: Why spouses might hide money from each other The common and not-so-common signs a spouse might be hiding money Surprising places spouses can hide income Where spouses hide assets and cash, and where to look …and so much more! Resources: I Let My Heart Hijack My Wallet (Ep. 1) Financial Dignity After Divorce by Christine Luken Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken Email: [email protected]

Every parent wants their children to be successful financially, but running to the rescue can actually hinder their financial growth and understanding. The hard truth: Let your kids fail In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, speaks with author, podcast host, and co-founder James Lenhoff, CFP® about how to set kids up for financial success. James focuses on why letting kids and teenagers fail with money is beneficial to their financial literacy and shares his experience with letting his own kids experience failure with money. Christine and James discuss: Why parents often swoop in and rescue their kids rather than letting them experience failure with money Some of the long-term issues that result from making financial mistakes as a child or teenager without any financial consequences What the progression of “failing with money” in a controlled environment looks like The long-term benefits of letting kids fail with money when the amounts and consequences are relatively small And more Resources: The Rich Life Podcast Living a Rich Life: The No-Regrets Guide to Building and Spending Wealth by James Lenhoff Greenlight Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken Email: [email protected] Connect with James Lenhoff: Wealthquest LinkedIn: Wealthquest LinkedIn: James Lenhoff About our Guest: James Lenhoff, CFP® is the Director Of Mission and co-founder of Wealthquest. James is a certified financial planner and a certified life coach. He is passionate about the emotional and relational aspects of money and is on a mission to change the conversation about money. James is the author of “Living a Rich Life: The No-Regrets Guide to Building and Spending Wealth” and he is the host of The Rich Life Podcast. James has been married to his wife, Amy, for over 20 years. They have three children. Max, Wes, and Mia. In his free time, he loves to share adventures with his family through travel, golfing, and boating.

Contrary to popular belief, more money won’t fix your financial problems! (If that were true, then celebrities and professional athletes would never go bankrupt.) In this episode of Money Is Emotional, Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach, talks about why some high-income earners are a hot mess and how they can climb out of the seemingly never-ending spending cycle. Christine discusses: How you can a have high income and still struggle financially How high-income earners and business owners can live freely and avoid living on a strict budget What a “Dream Session” is and how it can help alleviate the societal pressures of keeping up certain appearances Why not asking for help leads to getting caught in the money shame cycle, and how to get out of it …and so much more! Connect with Christine: Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC LinkedIn: Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken About Your Host, Christine Luken: Ready for money to support your happiness rather than stress you out? Then you need Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach, in your corner! As the Founder of the Financial Dignity® Movement, Christine has coached hundreds of high-earning professionals, business owners, and divorcing women to pay off staggering amounts of debt and massively increase their net worth. The author of several books, including Money is Emotional and Financial Dignity® After Divorce, Christine blends wise money management with emotional intelligence. When she’s not coaching clients from her home office in Cincinnati, you can find this National Association of Divorce Professionals member curled up with a good book, a fluffy cat, and a strong cup of coffee. Introducing our host and star of the Money is Emotional show, Christine Luken.

Forget trying to take emotions out of your money. Instead, commit to increasing your emotional money IQ. As the Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, started this podcast to empower you with the tools to do just that. Rather than fighting against our emotions, we can learn how to harness their power to make financial decisions we’re confident with both now and later. In this week’s episode, Christine dives deeper into the brain science behind how we think about money. She also discusses her new course, Magnetic Money Mindset®. It provides all the tools you need to harness the power of your unconscious mind to win with money! http://www.magneticmindsetbundle.com/. Christine discusses: Why money is a taboo subject to discuss The importance of working smarter, not harder for your money What the reticular activating system is and how it relates to your mind and money Why financial decisions aren’t made in a vacuum And so much more! Resources: Money Is Emotional by Christine Luken Financial Dignity® After Divorce: A Woman’s Guide to Healing Her Relationship with Money by Christine Luken Manage Money Like a Boss: A Financial Guide for Creative Entrepreneurs by Christine Luken Secrets of the Millionaire Mind: Mastering the Inner Game of Wealth by T. Harv Eker Connect with Christine: LinkedIn: Christine Luken LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken About Your Host, Christine Luken: Ready for money to support your happiness, rather than stress you out? Then you need Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach in your corner! As the Founder of the Financial Dignity® Movement, Christine has coached hundreds of high-earning professionals, business owners, and divorcing women to pay off staggering amounts of debt and massively increase their net worth. The author of several books, including Money is Emotional and Financial Dignity® After Divorce, Christine blends wise money management with emotional intelligence. When she’s not coaching clients from her home office in Cincinnati, you can find this member of the National Association of Divorce Professionals curled up with a good book, a fluffy cat, and a strong cup of coffee.

Success in personal finance is a balance of both wise money management and emotional intelligence. A lesson our host Christine Luken learned in her 20s while navigating through debt, ruined credit, no money in the bank, shame and embarrassment. Today, She is the Financial Dignity® Coach, helping thousands of people to pay off massive amounts of debt and drastically improve their net worth! In this inaugural episode of Money is Emotional Podcast, we get to know Christine. She shares lessons learned from her own financial hardship and how she’s navigated to become the Financial Dignity® Coach she is today. Christine helps others clean up their finances, unburden themselves from the weight of their money worries, and transition out of money stress and into lasting Financial Dignity®! Christine also discusses her book Money is Emotional, which is available on Amazon, Audible, or at www.MoneyIsEmotional.com Christine discusses: How she got into debt in her 20s despite having an accounting degree and how she managed to get out How and why she started the Financial Dignity® Coach and who she helps Her book Money is Emotional and how it can help you! ….And so much more! Resources: Money Is Emotional by Christine Luken Financial Dignity® After Divorce: A Woman’s Guide to Healing Her Relationship with Money by Christine Luken Manage Money Like a Boss: A Financial Guide for Creative Entrepreneurs by Christine Luken Connect with Christine: LinkedIn: Christine Luken LinkedIn: 7 Pillars, LLC Christine Luken Twitter: Christine Luken About Christine Luken: Ready for money to support your happiness, rather than stress you out? Then you need Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach in your corner! As the Founder of the Financial Dignity® Movement, Christine has coached hundreds of high-earning professionals, business owners, and divorcing women to pay off staggering amounts of debt and massively increase their net worth. The author of several books, including Money is Emotional and Financial Dignity® After Divorce, Christine blends wise money management with emotional intelligence. When she’s not coaching clients from her home office in Cincinnati, you can find this member of the National Association of Divorce Professionals curled up with a good book, a fluffy cat, and a strong cup of coffee.