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When Wealth Isn't the Answer – Understanding the Emotional Side of Money

When Wealth Isn't the Answer – Understanding the Emotional Side of Money

Update: 2025-04-22
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Courtney Markley, founder of the Center for Financial Discipleship, shares her journey from bridal fashion designer to financial counselor. She and Tom discuss how wealth doesn’t solve money-related anxiety and how our past—especially childhood trauma—can deeply influence generosity. This episode explores the surprising truth that even high-net-worth individuals often struggle to talk about money, revealing how fundraisers can become safe, nonjudgmental conversation partners.

Key Themes:

  • Courtney’s personal financial transformation
  • Why math isn’t enough: money behaviors vs. financial literacy
  • The deep emotional and spiritual pitfalls of wealth
  • How major gift officers unintentionally become confidants
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When Wealth Isn't the Answer – Understanding the Emotional Side of Money

When Wealth Isn't the Answer – Understanding the Emotional Side of Money

THOMAS DAUBER