In this episode of the Mind & Money Podcast, we’re talking about why saving money is more than just a good habit; it’s what keeps you from falling into financial traps that cost way more in the long run.

From renting water heaters for decades to paying sky-high interest rates on car loans, we break down real-life examples of how “cheap” choices can end up being way more expensive. We’ll also share ADHD-friendly strategies to build savings, reduce shame, and make financial decisions from a place of confidence instead of panic.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re too much of a hot mess to get your finances together, we hope this episode will prove you wrong and help inspire you to start making small changes with your money!

You’ll learn:

• Why being broke often keeps you broke

• How “budget buys” can cost more over time

• How to look at the big picture of to make financial decisions

• How emotions shape money decisions (and how to stabilize them)

  
  

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Ever feel like buying something new becomes a full-blown research project? Or maybe you’re on the flip side, hitting “buy now” before you’ve really thought it through?

In this episode of the Mind & Money Podcast, we’re pulling back the curtain on how we make purchasing decisions — from smartwatches to sports bras — and the lessons you can take into your own financial life.

As two financial professionals (and ADHD brains), we get real about:

• Why ADHD can make decision-making about money feel so overwhelming

• The balance between thoughtful research and “fuck it, I’ll try it” moments

• How to use return policies, wants lists, and budgeting to make smarter purchases

• Why your spending choices don’t need to be perfect to still move you toward your goals

Whether you’re debating a smartwatch upgrade, a big appliance, or just everyday purchases, this episode will help you see your own money habits in a new light — and give you strategies to make decisions without the guilt spiral.

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Groceries are one of the biggest monthly expenses, and if you’re living with ADHD, food shopping can feel like a black hole for your time, money, and mental energy.

In this episode of the Mind + Money Podcast, Val (financial planner) and Sherry (financial coach) dig into ADHD-friendly ways to get a handle on grocery spending without ending up with seven jars of pasta sauce hiding in your pantry.

They share real-life grocery strategies, from Costco budgeting and meal planning to online ordering hacks that save money and reduce overwhelm. Whether you’re feeding a family or just yourself, you’ll find practical, judgement-free tips to help you stick to your grocery budget while still enjoying food that works for you.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why grocery budgets are sneaky and how ADHD makes them harder to track

• Simple tricks to avoid overspending at Costco (and how to actually budget for those big trips)

• ADHD-friendly systems for meal planning and grocery lists

• How online grocery ordering can save time, money, and stress

• Realistic numbers for what families and adults are spending on food right now in Canada

If groceries are eating up more of your money than you’d like, this episode will help you take back control — without adding more shame, guilt, or boring budgeting rules.

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In this episode of the Mind &+Money Podcast, Sherry (financial coach) and Val (financial planner) dive into ADHD-friendly organization hacks that make daily life easier. From garbage cans in unexpected spots, to bins that travel between home and the cottage, to why your underwear drawer might actually be sabotaging your mental energy — they’re breaking down how small shifts in your environment can free up brain space and reduce stress.

If you’ve ever felt guilty that your home doesn’t look like a Pinterest spread, or frustrated that “normal” systems don’t work for you, this episode will help you feel seen. You’ll walk away with practical strategies you can start using today to make your space — and your life — work better with your ADHD brain.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• How to organize your home in ways that actually make sense for your brain.

• Why fewer steps (or sometimes more steps!) can be the key to consistency.

• ADHD hacks like “siblings vs. coworkers” for organizing random items.

• Why visual clutter doesn’t always mean disorganization.

• How communicating your systems with your household can save a ton of frustration.

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If you’ve got a mortgage renewal coming up, you’re not alone — nearly 60% of Canadian mortgage holders will face one in the next 12–18 months. And with rates no longer sitting pretty at the rates we saw in the early 2000's, it can feel overwhelming to figure out your options.

In this episode of the Mind & Money Podcast, Sherry (Financial Coach) and Val (Financial Planner) dig into everything you need to know about mortgage renewals — from confusing letters with twelve different rates, to whether you should stick with your bank or talk to a mortgage broker, to strategies that make the payment increase feel less painful.

We’ll talk about:

• How to set your payments up to save you 1,000s

• How to advocate for yourself (and not get screwed by your bank’s “first offer”)

• When rolling debt into your mortgage makes sense — and when it can backfire

• How to make your life easier by lining up your payment schedule with your pay schedule

• How to test-drive a higher mortgage payment before renewal

This isn’t about jargon or shame. It’s about clarity, strategy, and feeling more in control of one of the biggest financial decisions in your life.

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In this fun and thought-provoking episode of The Mind + Money Podcast, Val (Financial Planner) and Sherry (Financial Coach) challenge each other with random “this or that” style questions—ranging from teleportation vs. time travel, to tattoos, household duties, and of course, money. 💸

You’ll hear how past financial choices shaped their journeys, what they’d change (or not) about their money today, and how ADHD and unique brain wiring actually fuel their strengths in serving clients.

This episode blends lighthearted conversation with meaningful insights about financial decision-making, self-employment, and creating a life you love.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• How past financial decisions can influence present money habits

• Why ADHD brains offer powerful problem-solving perspectives

• The importance of privilege and self-awareness in financial freedom

• The realities of short-term rentals, paperwork, and self-employment

• What both Val and Sherry would change about their finances today

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In this episode of the Mind & Money Podcast, Sherry (Financial Coach) and Val (Financial Planner) dig into one of the sneakiest reasons people overspend: comparison and pressure to upgrade.

From trading in a perfectly good car because a dealer makes the numbers look the same, to buying the latest tech gadget because friends just upgraded, we break down how these decisions can quietly drain your wealth.

We talk about:

• Why wealthy people often don’t upgrade their homes and cars.

• The truth behind dealership “we’ll keep your payment the same” offers.

• How FOMO and social media fuel money stress.

• The power of pausing, asking “why,” and choosing based on YOUR values.

• Simple ways to feel content with what you already have — and still hit your big financial goals.

If you’ve ever felt pulled to upgrade, buy, or invest because of outside pressure, this episode is your permission slip to run your own race.

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Ever wonder why some things in life feel so much harder than they need to be? Whether it’s training for a half-marathon, posting on social media, or keeping up with your money, there’s a simple truth: repetition works.

In this episode, Val and Sherry talk about the magic of doing small things over and over again, and how those habits can make your life and finances so much easier. We get into:

• The difference between repetition and consistency (and why it matters for ADHD brains)

• How tiny daily money check-ins can keep you out of financial avoidance

• Gamifying boring tasks to make them actually fun

• The sneaky way impulse spending steals your future goals—and how to flip that into a dopamine hit for saving

• Why you don’t need perfection to start investing, decluttering, or running your business like a pro

If you’ve ever avoided looking at your bank account, abandoned a social media plan, or felt overwhelmed by “starting over,” this one’s for you.

🎧 Listen in and see how these micro-actions can create big results—for your money, your business, and your life.

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