As we recognize Children's Awareness Month, Derek and Aleka share how their journey parenting a son with ADHD inspired them to create Thinklete — a mentorship program designed to help young athletes build confidence, resilience, emotional regulation skills, and a strong mindset both on and off the field.

Together, we discuss the unique challenges many children with ADHD face in sports, the role coaches and parents play in supporting neurodivergent athletes, and why helping children understand that their differences can be their greatest strengths is so important.

We also explore how sports can become a powerful vehicle for growth, confidence, self-belief, and connection when children are given the right tools and support.

This conversation is filled with practical insights, encouragement, and hope for parents, coaches, educators, and anyone passionate about helping children reach their full potential.

We are also excited to share that Anthony's Way – The Road to Kindness is partnering with Thinklete to provide additional resources and support opportunities for the children and families we serve through our Comprehensive Care Roadmap.

Come join our Million Orange Hearts of Kindness Campaign — a movement centered around unity, compassion, and support for children and families navigating ADHD. For just $5, you can purchase a virtual orange heart, leave a kind message, and help provide life-changing resources for families who need them most.

Visit:
hearts.anthonysroadtokindness.com

Resources:

Thinklete: thinklete.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/thinklete_/
Podcast: open.spotify.com/show/6

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In this episode, we welcome Kelley Jensen, Chief Marketing Officer at Brain Performance Technologies and co-host of the Refrigerator Moms podcast.

During Mental Health Awareness Month, we explore ADHD, autism, anxiety, OCD, and the growing conversation around noninvasive brain stimulation therapies. Kelley shares her personal journey as a mother searching for answers for her son with autism and how that experience ultimately led her into this work.

We also discuss common misconceptions surrounding brain stimulation, how these therapies may support individuals with ADHD and related comorbidities, and why kindness, advocacy, and support are so important for families navigating mental health challenges.

This conversation is a reminder that awareness, compassion, and understanding can help families feel less alone and create meaningful change in the lives of others.

This month, we also launched the Million Orange Hearts of Kindness Campaign — a movement centered around unity, compassion, and support for children and families navigating ADHD. For just $5, you can purchase a virtual orange heart, leave a kind message, and help provide resources and support for families who need it most.

Visit:
hearts.anthonysroadtokindness.com

Resources:

Brain Performance Technologies:

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Brain-Performance-Technologies-100090715534720/

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

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alphabraintechs

Refrigerator Moms:

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/refrigeratormoms

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

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@refrigeratormoms

“Start Me Up” — a comprehensive paper outlining the history, research, protocols, insurance coverage, and common questions surrounding Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), including why many people may not yet be familiar with these therapies. The paper also includes additional citations and resources for further research.

Stanford Accelerated Intelligent Neuromodulation Therapy (SAINT) — an accelerated TMS protocol developed at Stanford University and licensed by Magnus Medical. Research surrounding SAINT has shown promising outcomes, particularly related to severe depression and suicidal ideation.
Learn more: https://www.magnusmedical.com/depression-therapy/

ADHD & TMS Research Review — a published review examining the growing research surrounding TMS and ADHD: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11743978/?utm_source=chatgpt.com#brb370246-sec-0240

PTSD & MeRT Research — an EEG-guided version of TMS known as MeRT is currently being studied for PTSD and related conditions:
https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT02990793?tab=study&utm_source=chatgpt.com#more-information

Wave Neuroscience FDA Breakthrough Device Designation for MeRT:
https://www.waveneuro.com/media-posts/wave-neuro-receives-fda-breakthrough-device-designation-for-mert?utm_source=chatgpt.com

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

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Our role with this podcast is to bring you conversations with leaders in the ADHD and mental health space while sharing information, perspectives, and alternatives that may help individuals and families on their journey. We do not endorse or recommend specific treatments or medications, as every family’s path and decisions are unique.

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Today, we launch something bigger than a campaign.

One Million Orange Hearts of Kindness is a movement created to remind families navigating ADHD that they are seen, supported, and never alone.

Right now, too many children and families are struggling in silence, searching for answers, support, and hope. We believe kindness can change that.

For just $5, you can dedicate an Orange Heart with your own message of kindness and become part of a mission to spread compassion, raise awareness, and create real impact.

Our goal is simple: One Million Orange Hearts. One Million acts of kindness.

Most importantly, 100% of donations go directly to children and families in need of life-changing support who may not otherwise have access to care, guidance, and resources.

One heart may seem small. But one million hearts can change lives.

This is your chance to be part of something meaningful from the very beginning.

Join the movement. Share kindness. Make an impact.

Dedicate your Orange Heart today: hearts.anthonysroadtokindness.com

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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.