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- The “Tax”: The hidden cost of late fees, forgotten subscriptions, and impulsive shopping.
- The Fix: Building “friction” into your spending habits and automating the “boring” admin.
- The Goal: Moving from financial shame to strategic financial wellness.
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What is the “ADHD Tax”?
The ADHD Tax is the money you lose simply because your brain works differently. It isn’t a lack of discipline; it is a functional barrier. Common examples include:
- Forgotten Subscriptions: Paying for that gym or streaming service you haven’t used in months.
- Late Fees: Interest on credit cards because the “open mail” hurdle was too high.
Impulse Buys: The 1:00 AM purchase of a new hobby kit that is now gathering dust.
“Future-You” Strategies
To reduce the “Tax,” we must utilise systems that protect your money from your impulsivity:
- The 24-Hour Rule: Leave items in your online basket for 24 hours. The dopamine hit usually happens at the “add to basket” stage. If you still want it tomorrow, then you buy it.
- Visual Banking: Use apps like Monzo or Revolut to create “Pots” or “Vaults.” Move your bill money the second you get paid so you cannot accidentally spend it.
Stop losing money to your “Executive Dysfunction.”
Where is your money actually going? Download our Step-by-Step Financial Audit worksheet. We help you identify your top “ADHD Tax” triggers and provide a checklist to eliminate them this week.
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