How to Save Money on Groceries with ADHD: Real Life Tips and Systems (Ep 81)
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 trackSimple tricks to avoid overspending at Costco (and how to actually budget for those big trips)ADHD-friendly systems for meal planning and grocery listsHow online grocery ordering can save time, money, and stressRealistic numbers for what families and adults are spending on food right now in CanadaIf 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.✨ Ready to make ADHD-friendly money systems work for you? Let's connect: Val’s InstagramSherry’s InstagramPodcast TikTokPodcast InstagramLearn more about coachingBook a free call with Val (financial planner) Book a free call with Sherry (financial coach)Sherry’s TikTok
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ADHD-Friendly Organization Tips to Save Time + Reduce Stress (Ep 80)
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.The IG account that inspired usVal’s InstagramSherry’s InstagramPodcast TikTokPodcast InstagramLearn more about coachingBook a free call with Val (financial planner) Book a free call with Sherry (financial coach)Sherry’s TikTok
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Mortgage Renewal in Canada: What You Need to Know (Ep 79)
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 1,000sHow 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 backfireHow to make your life easier by lining up your payment schedule with your pay scheduleHow to test-drive a higher mortgage payment before renewalThis 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.👉 Want more support? Let's connect:Val’s InstagramSherry’s InstagramPodcast TikTokPodcast InstagramLearn more about coachingBook a free call with Val (financial planner) Book a free call with Sherry (financial coach)Sherry’s TikTok
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Time Travel, Tattoos & Money: Come Play Ask Anything With Us (Ep 78)
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 EpisodeHow past financial decisions can influence present money habitsWhy ADHD brains offer powerful problem-solving perspectivesThe importance of privilege and self-awareness in financial freedomThe realities of short-term rentals, paperwork, and self-employmentWhat both Val and Sherry would change about their finances todayVal’s InstagramSherry’s InstagramPodcast TikTokPodcast InstagramLearn more about coachingBook a free call with Val (financial planner) Book a free call with Sherry (financial coach)Sherry’s TikTok
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ADHD + Money: How much is FOMO costing you? (Ep 78)
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.Val’s InstagramSherry’s InstagramPodcast TikTokPodcast InstagramLearn more about coachingBook a free call with Val (financial planner) Book a free call with Sherry (financial coach)Sherry’s TikTok
About Mind + Money: A Podcast All About Money and ADHD
We are two financial professionals with ADHD, and we are here to share strategies for changing your finances that align with how your unique brain works! We’ll also dive into different ADHD topics!
The number of personal finance experts out there can feel overwhelming, and when we try to follow their ’must-follow’ steps to financial success and fail, we can feel defeated.
Together, we will help you ditch the shame and make changes that feel aligned with the life you want to live!
We’ll also share things we learn about ADHD along the way and what works for us to find balance in our lives.
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