Ever feel like you’re constantly chasing that next little hit of excitement — whether it’s buying something impulsively, doom-scrolling, or reaching for snacks you didn’t even want? You’re not alone — and it’s not a flaw. It’s dopamine.

In this episode, I break down how dopamine drives the ADHD brain and why that can lead to impulsive spending. More importantly, I share free ways to get that same dopamine boost — without the guilt, the clutter, or the credit card bill.

We’ll explore:

• Why ADHD brains crave dopamine more than most

• The “dopamine trap” behind impulsive spending

• Simple, free activities that can give you a healthy hit of dopamine

• How to build your own “Dopamine Toolbox” for when cravings strike

🎁 Free Download: Grab the Free Dopamine Hit List — a printable tool packed with ADHD-friendly ideas you can use anytime you feel the urge to spend.👉 https://adhdollarspodcast.com/episode/4

This episode is based on my most-viewed TikTok series — because clearly, this message hits home. Whether you’re working on managing your money, your energy, or your mood, these free dopamine boosters can help you feel good on your terms.

Before I understood how ADHD worked, I didn’t realize just how much it was sabotaging my finances. In this episode, I break down five key reasons ADHD can mess with your money — and trust me, you’ll probably recognize yourself in more than one of them.

We’ll cover:

• ⏰ Time Blindness — why bills sneak up on you

• 🛒 Impulsive Spending — the dopamine trap

• 😵 Executive Dysfunction — knowing what to do, but not doing it

• 🧠 Object Permanence — how “out of sight, out of mind” hits your budget

• 😔 Shame Spiral — the guilt loop that keeps you stuck

Whether you're trying to get out of debt, build savings, or just feel more in control — this episode will help you understand the why behind the chaos… and how to start moving forward.

In this first full episode of ADHDollars, I’m sharing the story behind it all—my ADHD money origin story. I open up about how I discovered I had ADHD, how it shaped my relationship with money long before I had a name for it, and the wake-up calls that led me here. If you’ve ever looked at your finances and thought, “What is wrong with me?”—you’re not alone. This episode is for every ADHDer who’s ever felt stuck, ashamed, or overwhelmed by money. This is where my journey started—and maybe yours will too.

Welcome to ADHDollars – the podcast for ADHD brains who want less stress and more control with money.

Hosted by Shane Gallagher, ADHDollars is a judgment-free space to explore why money feels harder when you have ADHD—and what actually helps.

In this trailer, you’ll get a sneak peek at what’s coming:
🎧 Short, actionable episodes
💸 ADHD-friendly money tips
🧠 Real stories, real struggles, and small wins that add up

If you’ve ever impulse-spent your way into regret, avoided opening your bank app, or felt overwhelmed by budgeting advice that just doesn’t stick—you’re not alone.

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