Ellyce Fulmore

Ellyce Fulmore, author of Keeping Finance Personal, joins the hosts to discuss being neurodivergent in a neurotypical world. They cover topics like getting diagnosed with neurodivergent conditions, the impact of intersecting identities on financial experiences, and strategies to manage impulse spending. The chapter descriptions explore personal journeys of identity, the connection between personal habits and financial management, and the manifestation of money trauma in marginalized communities.

Ellyce Fulmore, a 29-year-old queer and neurodivergent financial educator and best-selling author, shares her unique approach to personal finance. She discusses the profound impact of identity on financial behavior, shaped by her late ADHD diagnosis. Ellyce emphasizes how upbringing and trauma influence money habits and provides strategies for mindful spending aligned with personal values. Her insights into budgeting, automation, and the emotional aspects of finance aim to help others find joy and stability in their financial journeys.

Guest Ellyce Fulmore shares her journey with ADHD and impulsive spending, leading to a pandemic-driven ADHD evaluation. Topics include struggles with daily tasks, money control vs. impulsivity, and the transformative impact of an ADHD diagnosis on self-care and finances.

Financial educator and author Ellyce Fulmore joins host Tori Dunlap to discuss how trauma and various aspects of identity influence financial decisions. They explore topics such as the connection between trauma and finances, the impact of ADHD and autism on money management, the importance of insurance in personal finance, and the need for government support for basic necessities. They also touch on finding affordable high-quality items, financial literacy, and the book announcement of 'Keeping Finance Personal'.

Ellyce Fulmore, a financial educator and author of Keeping Finance Personal, shares insights on how personal identity influences money management. She discusses the emotional baggage of shame and guilt tied to spending habits and the unique financial challenges that come with ADHD. Ellyce emphasizes the importance of understanding one’s 'money story' and provides practical strategies, including tackling impulse spending and navigating finances in relationships. Her perspective showcases how individual experiences shape financial behaviors in diverse contexts.