Financial Awareness can be challenging for many of us, but for those struggling with Attention-Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder, it can be overwhelming. Dave and Reb speak with local physician, Dr. Beth Anne van Noppen on today’s episode of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb” where she provides practical tips on how to manage money. Keeping a simple budget, giving yourself a 24-to 48-hour spending rule, using cash, or using an APP that provides you with visual envelopes are among the helpful ideas and tools discussed on today’s show.
Dr. van Noppen says it is important to remember that you can manage money. It may not be easy or intuitive, but it can be done.
“You can do this,” she says. “There is hope, and I think if people can simplify, take small steps, managing your money is possible.”
She also provides encouragement to partners or parents of those with ADHD. She suggests people learn more about ADHD to understand that people aren’t intentionally or deliberately ignoring you or disrespecting you.
“It’s really a brain wiring issue rather than a moral issue,” she says. “Being patient and understanding that you are a team, where you use one another’s strengths to grow and develop are also really helpful and important considerations.”
Tune in to gain more understanding and compassion for those with ADHD. Today’s show is sponsored by More Than Enough Financial – a financial coaching, tax, and mortgage company helping people find hope and freedom in their finances one day at a time. For more help or information about money and ADHD call our office at 613-520-4157 and our staff will connect you with Dr. van Noppen.
To order a copy of Reb’s book Cultivating Trust: Finding God’s Hope and Freedom for Your Finances, go to www.morethanenoughbooks.com or email info@morethanenough.ca, to arrange a pick-up from their Ottawa office.