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Is ADHD a Superpower? The Truth About Strengths and Struggles (Ep 111)

Is ADHD a Superpower? The Truth About Strengths and Struggles (Ep 111)

Sherry Andrew
ADHD

ADHD gets called a superpower a lot, but that framing misses the reality of executive dysfunction, overstimulation, and exhaustion. Sherry and Val explore the polarising nature of the superpower narrative. Yes, there are areas where ADHD feels like a strength: hyper-focus, connecting dots, wide awareness, empathy. But calling it a superpower invalidates the real struggles and creates shame when you can't live up to superhuman expectations. Learn about cyclical productivity, why medication timing matters, and how to honour both the strengths and challenges without forcing either into a box.

The Cost of Not Looking at Your Credit Card (And Why ADHD Makes It Worse) Ep 109

The Cost of Not Looking at Your Credit Card (And Why ADHD Makes It Worse) Ep 109

Sherry Andrew
ADHD and Money

When you're tuned out with your money, the costs add up fast. Forgotten subscriptions, fraud charges, payroll errors, and credit card insurance scams can drain hundreds from your account without you noticing.

Sherry and Val discuss why ADHD makes it so easy to avoid checking statements, the shame that builds, and the simple five minute weekly habit that catches problems before they cost you. Stop trying to categorize months of old transactions and start fresh with a system that works when it gets boring.

ADHD and Money: Simple Systems to Manage $$ with Ease

ADHD and Money: Simple Systems to Manage $$ with Ease

Sherry Andrew
ADHD and Money

Managing money with ADHD requires different strategies than traditional budgeting advice. In this episode, financial coach Sherry and financial planner Val share ADHD-friendly money systems that actually work, including separating bills from spending, automating payments and savings, and managing credit cards without restriction. Learn why multiple bank accounts reduce decision fatigue, how to create sustainable financial plans, and why building emergency savings before aggressively paying down debt leads to better long-term results for ADHD brains.

Goal Setting That Actually Sticks for ADHD Brains (Ep 96)

Goal Setting That Actually Sticks for ADHD Brains (Ep 96)

Sherry Andrew
ADHD Entrepreneur, ADHD

Listen to hear this fresh approach to goal setting for 2026, especially if you are a fellow ADHDer!

Let’s focus on actions instead of just results, track progress effectively, and create systems that fit your brain. Whether you prefer a notebook, a spreadsheet, or a mix of both, these strategies will help you stay consistent, reduce overwhelm, and make this your most productive year yet.

The Ick Factor: Sensory Triggers That Drive Us Crazy

The Ick Factor: Sensory Triggers That Drive Us Crazy

Sherry Andrew
ADHD

Sensory quirks aren’t just a fun conversation starter (or podcast episode topic), they can have a surprising impact on our everyday lives. In this week’s episode of The Mind + Money Podcast, we’re diving into those moments that make you shudder: sensory "icks."

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by textures, sounds, or other sensory annoyances, this episode is your permission slip to embrace your quirks and find creative solutions.

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