Dollars & Distractions – Episode 11 ADHD & Money, Impulse vs Intention

About this episode

This episode discusses the relationship between ADHD and money habits, focusing on impulse spending and the impact of modern distractions.

In this episode, Maryanne and Bec dive into a very real and relatable topic, ADHD and money habits, and how impulse spending can creep in when structure isn’t in place. From self-diagnosed ADHD tendencies to the impact of modern life (hello, constant notifications and scrolling 👀), this conversation explores how our environment may be shaping shorter attention spans and influencing the way we spend. 💡 What We Cover The link between ADHD traits and impulse spending How the digital world is conditioning distraction and quick dopamine hits Why lack of structure leads to overspending, especially in everyday situations like grocery shopping The role of self-awareness in managing money habits How routine can reduce overwhelm and improve focus The concept of avoidance, and how putting things off can make money stress worse over time Why ADHD can also be a superpower, especially in problem-solving and thinking ahead 🛠️ Practical Money Tips Shared ✔️ Shop with a plan Going in without a list = walking out with things you don’t need (and forgetting what you actually needed) ✔️ Use multiple bank accounts Split your money into: Bills account (direct debits) Spending account Savings account…

People in this episode

Host: Maryanne Elliott

Guest: Bec

Topics covered

• ADHD
• money habits
• impulse spending
• self-awareness
• digital distractions
• money management

Keywords

• ADHD
• money management
• impulse spending
• self-awareness
• digital distractions
• routine
• financial tips

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: ADHD

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