Mastering ADHD-Friendly Financial Planning
Episode Overview
Integrate emotional well-being with financial planning. Use visualization techniques to make future goals tangible. Implement the '30-day old money' strategy to avoid paycheck-to-paycheck stress. Understand the emotional drivers behind spending and saving habits. Utilize practical tools tailored for ADHD brains.
Money is about numbers, but 90% of how we save, spend, and earn is driven by our emotions.
Are you overwhelmed by the thought of financial planning, especially with ADHD? In this episode of ADHD Focus, Dr. David Pomeroy chats with Simi Mandelbaum, founder and CEO of Prosper Financial Wellness. Simi brings a unique approach to financial therapy, combining emotional and financial well-being to help those with ADHD manage their finances more effectively. Simi's method involves visualization techniques that cater to the ADHD brain, making financial planning less daunting and more engaging.
Simi explains how she integrates visual tools and hands-on activities to help clients connect emotionally with their financial goals. This episode dives into practical strategies like the '30-day old money' technique, which helps avoid the stress of living paycheck to paycheck. Simi also shares a guided visualization exercise designed to make future financial success feel more tangible and achievable. Dr.
Pomeroy and Simi discuss the common pitfalls that people with ADHD face when it comes to managing money, such as impulsive spending and difficulty planning for the future. They explore how understanding one's emotional relationship with money can lead to better financial habits. Simi's insights are not just theoretical; they are grounded in real-life examples and client stories that illustrate the transformative power of her approach.
Whether you're struggling with financial anxiety or looking for practical tips to manage your money better, this episode offers valuable advice tailored specifically for those with ADHD. Don't miss out on learning how to turn your financial chaos into clarity with simple, actionable steps. Ready to take control of your finances in a way that works for your ADHD brain? Tune in to this enlightening conversation and discover how you can start making meaningful progress today.