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.

Learn more about Anthony’s Way at:
https://www.anthonysroadtokindness.com/

Connect with Lindy Ford:
https://www.lindyfordwellness.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindyfordwellness_rd/

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/lindy.ford.50

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LindyFordNutritionWellness

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.

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.

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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Learn more about Anthony’s Way - The Road to Kindness at:

www.anthonysroadtokindness.com

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.

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.

Welcome to the 20th episode of The Way Forward – A Kindness Mission, presented by Anthony’s Way – The Road to Kindness.

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Julie Goldstein Grumet, Vice President for Suicide Prevention Strategy at the Education Development Center (EDC) and Director of the Zero Suicide Institute. Julie has dedicated her career to transforming how health and behavioral health systems approach suicide prevention, ensuring that every person at risk is identified, supported, and connected to the care they need.

Julie’s leadership has helped make the Zero Suicide framework a national model for advancing safety, compassion, and hope in health care. This conversation dives deep into how systemic change can save lives, how stigma persists, and what practical steps families, providers, and communities can take to prevent suicide.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• Julie’s background and what led her to focus on suicide prevention
• How the Zero Suicide initiative differs from other prevention efforts
• Addressing stigma and misconceptions surrounding suicide
• Warning signs families and communities should know
• Practical steps for parents and loved ones
• Real-world impact stories from Zero Suicide implementation
• Where suicide prevention is heading in the next 5–10 years
• A message of hope for families and communities

The information shared in this episode is powerful and potentially lifesaving, offering both systemic insights and compassionate, real-world strategies for prevention.

In our posts to finish this month and highlight suicide prevention, it is clear that suicide rates are going up. That is heartbreaking. Everyone needs to work together and take time to truly listen if someone is having a difficult time. We all need to come together.

Learn more about Anthony’s Way – The Road to Kindness:
https://www.anthonysroadtokindness.com/

Connect with our guest:
Education Development Center (EDC): https://www.edc.org/
Zero Suicide Institute: https://zerosuicide.edc.org/

Resources for Support:
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988
https://988lifeline.org

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.

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of suicide and suicide prevention. Please take care while listening and prioritize your well-being.

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.