The Way Forward - A Kindness Mission – Details, episodes & analysis

Welcome to another episode of The Way Forward – A Kindness Mission, presented by Anthony’s Way – The Road to Kindness. Today, we’re honored to sit down with Lindy Ford, licensed nutritionist, author, and expert in evidence-based, functional nutrition, and a proud member of the Anthony’s Way - The Road to Kindness Advisory Board.

Lindy has dedicated her career to helping families understand how the foods we eat affect our energy, mood, focus, and overall well-being. In this powerful conversation, she breaks down how nutrition directly supports the ADHD brain and offers practical, realistic strategies for navigating the holiday season, a time filled with big meals, busy schedules, and lots of emotional ups and downs.

In this episode, we explore:

How nutrition influences ADHD symptoms
• How food impacts focus, attention, emotional regulation, and behavior
• Common nutrient deficiencies in ADHD
• The real effects of blood sugar spikes and crashes
• What foods, ingredients, or additives can worsen symptoms

The gut–brain connection
• How gut inflammation influences mood and attention
• Why digestive health matters for ADHD
• The role of probiotics and fermented foods

Practical, everyday eating for families
• Breakfast ideas that set kids up for a focused day
• Strategies for picky eaters with ADHD
• Simple ways busy families can make healthier eating doable
• What balanced ADHD-friendly meals and snacks look like

Sugar, dyes, and modern food traps
• How sugar affects mood and emotional regulation
• “Healthy-looking” foods that may not actually be healthy

Supplements and support
• Evidence-based supplements that may help
• Red flags to watch for when choosing supplements
• How parents can tell if something is truly working

Holiday Season Guidance
• How to maintain balanced nutrition during celebrations
• Navigating traditions, sweets, and big meals without stress
• What families should know heading into Thanksgiving

Lindy provides warm, compassionate, and science-backed advice that empowers families to support their children from the inside out. Whether you’re a parent navigating ADHD, a caregiver wanting practical guidance, or someone interested in healthier habits, you’ll walk away from this episode with tools you can use immediately.

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DISCLAIMER: This video is intended for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified provider with questions regarding a specific condition or concern.

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Welcome to another episode of The Way Forward – A Kindness Mission, presented by Anthony’s Way – The Road to Kindness. In this episode, we’re joined by Laurie Faulkner, performer, founder of Prima Princess Parties in the UK, and passionate ADHD advocate.

Laurie was diagnosed with ADHD later in life, and she shares her powerful journey of self-discovery, the signs that were missed in childhood, and how ADHD has shaped her creativity, career, and identity. This conversation brings important attention to ADHD in girls and women, a topic that is often overlooked or misunderstood.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• Laurie’s personal diagnosis story and what she recognized looking back
• Why ADHD in girls and women is often overlooked
• Masking and cultural expectations that contribute to missed diagnoses
• How ADHD has shaped her creativity and career path
• Mental health, self-identity, and embracing ADHD as both a challenge and a strength
• Practical advice for parents, teachers, and women navigating their own ADHD journeys

Laurie’s story is a reminder that every journey deserves to be seen, supported, and celebrated.

Connect with Laurie Faulkner: Instagram @_lauriefaulkner

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DISCLAIMER: This video is intended for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified expert or provider with any questions you may have regarding a specific issue.

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In this episode of The Way Forward – A Kindness Mission, Tony and Cassi Bellezza sit down with Katelyn Mabry, ADHD coach, author, and advocate, to explore how families, educators, and kids can better understand and embrace the ADHD journey.

Together, they unpack powerful tools and mindsets for both parents and children navigating life with ADHD, including:

• How to cultivate unconditional confidence in kids
• Why “be curious before furious” can shift parenting perspectives
• Creating flowcharts and visual tools to help kids own their routines
• Recognizing the colors of friendship and helping kids make meaningful connections
• The importance of kindness, even in the face of misunderstanding
• Becoming friends with your ADHD, not fighting against it

Katelyn also shares what’s ahead in her mission from launching a Back-to-School series (“Let’s Gear Up, Show Up, and Find Strength”) to supporting schools with teacher coaching and professional development.

Whether you're a parent, educator, or just someone who wants to better understand ADHD, this episode is packed with heart, hope, and practical wisdom.

Learn more at anthonysroadtokindness.com.

More from Katelyn Mabry:
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In this episode of The Way Forward – A Kindness Mission, Tony and Cassi Bellezza sit down with two compassionate experts—Meghan Shapiro of Different Path Mental Wellness and Lauren Francis of Chrysalis Center NC—to help parents answer one of the biggest questions: “Does my child have ADHD?”

From recognizing early signs to exploring therapeutic options, this conversation offers a practical, judgment-free roadmap for families beginning (or navigating) an ADHD journey.

Together, they explore:

    •    How to identify if your child may have ADHD

    •    Common behaviors to look for at different ages

    •    Therapies and strategies that can support your child’s growth

    •    How parents can advocate for their child at school and home

    •    Tips for building a support system that actually works

    •    A brief and thoughtful discussion around medication—including how to connect with professionals and make the best decisions based on your child’s individual needs

Whether you’re just beginning to ask questions or looking for guidance along the way, Meghan and Lauren share insights grounded in experience, empathy, and action. This is a must-watch for any caregiver supporting a neurodivergent child.

Special thanks to our sponsor, Phycinity, for supporting The Way Forward YouTube channel throughout the month of June in honor of Children’s Awareness Month.

Learn more at anthonysroadtokindness.com. 

Guests:

Meghan Shapiro – Different Path Mental Wellness

Lauren Francis – Chrysalis Center NC

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In this episode of The Way Forward – A Kindness Mission, Tony and Cassi Bellezza sit down with Mike McLeod, founder of GrowNOW ADHD, to unpack the role executive functioning plays in the ADHD brain. From working memory to emotional regulation, Mike shares expert insight on how these mental processes impact everyday life, and how kids (and adults!) with ADHD can build systems that support success, not stress.

Together, they explore:

• What executive functioning really means
• How it shows up differently for people with ADHD
• Tools to strengthen these skills and build independence
• The power of coaching, patience, and playful accountability

Mike’s work is deeply rooted in compassion, neuroscience, and experience — this one’s a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone supporting a neurodivergent child.

Special thanks to our sponsor, Phycinity, for supporting The Way Forward YouTube channel throughout the month of June in honor of Children’s Awareness Month.

Learn more at anthonysroadtokindness.com

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June is a month that reminds us to pause and reflect—not just on the importance of childhood, but also on the irreplaceable presence of Fathers.

Whether your child is neurodivergent, neurotypical, quiet, spirited, focused, or full of boundless energy… your presence matters more than you may ever fully realize.

The look in your eyes when they speak… the patience you offer when they struggle… the belief you hold when the world misunderstands them. This is the foundation they stand on.

To every DAD showing up with love, strength, kindness, and care, in the happy times and the hard ones—this month, and always, THANK YOU. You are helping shape futures, one moment at a time.

Special thanks to our sponsor, Phycinity, for supporting The Way Forward YouTube channel throughout the month of June in honor of Children’s Awareness Month.

Learn more at anthonysroadtokindness.com

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In this episode of The Way Forward – A Kindness Mission, we’re joined by Sharon Collon—award-winning ADHD coach, parent expert, and creator of The Functional Family. Sharon shares her personal journey navigating ADHD within her own family and how it led her to help others build more functional, joyful lives with ADHD.

We explore:

• How Sharon’s family inspired her mission

• What ADHD looks like in real life—and relationships

• Simple, compassionate tools to support loved ones with ADHD

• Why kindness and curiosity can make all the difference

This heartfelt conversation is for anyone living with or loving someone with ADHD—and looking for more ease, empathy, and connection along the way.

Special thanks to our sponsor, Phycinity, for supporting The Way Forward YouTube channel throughout the month of June in honor of Children’s Awareness Month.

Learn more at anthonysroadtokindness.com

DISCLAIMER Anthony’s Way - The Road to Kindness does not endorse products, services, publications, medications, or treatments, including those advertised in any of our publications, webinars or podcasts.

In this episode of The Way Forward – A Kindness Mission, we're joined by ADHD coach, educator, and founder Michelle Raz for a heartfelt conversation about parenting, purpose, and the power of truly seeing your child. Michelle shares how her daughter’s ADHD diagnosis became the catalyst for launching her coaching business—and how their shared journey deepened both her professional mission and personal growth.

We explore:

• How Michelle turned personal experience into a passion-driven business
• The challenges and triumphs of raising a child with ADHD
• Why understanding is the first step toward connection
• How her daughter’s needs shaped her career and coaching philosophy
• The importance of listening, learning, and growing with your child
• And the powerful reminder that empathy can change everything

This episode is a moving reflection on motherhood, neurodiversity, and the incredible things that happen when kindness becomes your compass. Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply someone looking for more heart in your work, Michelle's story will leave you inspired.

Special thanks to our sponsor, Phycinity, for supporting this episode during Children’s Awareness Month. Their commitment to children’s well-being and neurodiversity awareness helps amplify voices like Michelle’s and continues to support meaningful conversations like these.

Learn more about Anthony’s Way – The Road to Kindness at anthonysroadtokindness.com.

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In Part 2 of this episode from The Kindness Effect series, Tony and Cassi Bellezza of Anthony’s Way – The Road to Kindness continue their heartfelt conversation with David Giwerc, Master Certified Coach and founder of the ADD Coach Academy.

They go deeper into the emotional and behavioral complexities of ADHD — exploring how coaching, compassion, and the right support systems can help kids build confidence, resilience, and a strong sense of self. This episode also touches on advice for parents, emphasizing that coaching caregivers is just as important as coaching kids. What parents say and how they show up every day makes all the difference.

Learn more at anthonysroadtokindness.com.

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In this episode of The Way Forward – A Kindness Mission, we're joined by author, ADHD coach, and speaker Alex Hey for a powerful conversation on transforming adversity into growth. Alex shares how practices like gratitude, daily movement, spiritual grounding, and childlike wonder helped him shift from depression to joy.

We explore:

• How to cultivate goodness by seeking it out
• Why what you pay attention to grows
• The role of kindness, movement, and routine in managing ADHD and supporting mental health
• How Mr. Rogers’ sense of play brought lightness and fun back into Alex’s daily life
• How faith and spiritual practices became a grounding force for his well-being
• And the advice he’d give his younger self: “Be content where you are, because you are where you need to be.”

This episode is a reminder that kindness toward yourself and others isn’t just nice. It’s transformational, and it starts with small, steady choices that bring calm, joy, and meaning to everyday life.

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