Money Is Emotional

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/

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Financial Tidy Up Bundle: https://bit.ly/financialtidyup



Connect with Janine Lowe:

Website: https://www.janinelowe.co.uk/home

Feng Shui Your Way to Abundance book: https://amzn.to/4t4XBFb

Podcast: https://ukhealthradio.com/program/feng-shui-your-way/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janinelowefengshui/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janinelowefengshui/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janine-lowe-b185562a/



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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.

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/

Magnetic Money Mindset® Course: 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

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

Wealthy Woman Book Club® https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/



Connect with Christine Luken: 

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This episode is all about real talk and practical wisdom. Christine Luken gathers stories and tips from “old married couples” who’ve weathered economic ups and downs together so you don’t have to figure everything out the hard way. Learn how honest conversations, clear systems, and value-driven decisions can bring your financial life into alignment, whether you’re running a busy practice or managing your household finances.

Christine discusses:

The importance of transparent money conversations (hint: silence is not golden).

How financial systems can reduce friction and free up your mental energy.

Why financial intimacy requires emotional vulnerability.

Balancing your “provider” and “pleasure” money without the guilt.

Why there’s no one-size-fits-all for couples’ finances and how to find out what works for you.

Whether you and your partner tackle bill pay together or separately, this episode is packed with actionable ideas you can start using right away to bolster both your bank accounts and your relationship.



Resources:

If you’re a couple who’s interested in working with me 1:1, apply for Financial Dignity® Coaching here: https://www.christineluken.com/apply/

Money is Emotional book: https://www.christineluken.com/books/money-is-emotional-book/

Provider Money Pleasure Money book: https://www.christineluken.com/books/provider-money-pleasure-money/

Podcast Episode 76, My Money, Your Money, Our Money: https://bit.ly/MIEpodcast76

Wealthy Woman Book Club® https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/

Emma, The Emotional Money Coach:

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Connect with Christine Luken: 

Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach 

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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.



Resources:

Emotional Vibration Scale: https://blisspot.com/blogs/the-vibration-analysis-frequency-chart/

Quantum Vibes book by Suzanne Adams: https://amzn.to/4a7imbv

Manifest Everything book by Jennifer Blanchard https://amzn.to/45GWORA



Connect with Christine Luken:

If you’re interested in working with me 1:1, apply for Financial Dignity® Coaching here: https://www.christineluken.com/apply/

Wealthy Woman Book Club® https://www.christineluken.com/wealthy-woman-book-club-join-now/

Emma, The Emotional Money Coach. Emma’s my AI twin and your new money-smart bestie! https://bit.ly/GetEmmaNow

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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.

Why ownership matters for women.

Connect with Christine Luken:

Connect with Christine Luken for financial coaching: https://www.christineluken.com/apply

Emma, the Emotional Money Coach (Your ChatGPT AI coach):https://bit.ly/GetEmmaNow

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Connect with Natalie Levy:

Company Website: https://shesindependent.com/

Cash is Queen: A Conscious Journey in Angel Investing book: https://amzn.to/3KQe2F0

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliedlevy

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shesindependent

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShesIndependent

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shesindependent



About Natalie Levy:

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.