“True health starts with purpose—and purpose thrives in community.”

In this episode of Voices of Inclusive Research, Renarda Jones talks with Justin Campbell, a UX designer turned health and mindset coach, about the intersection of personal growth, wellness, and inclusive health data. Justin shares how his shift from tech to health coaching was driven by a desire to help others achieve holistic well-being.

He highlights the importance of aligning health goals with personal values, explaining that lasting wellness comes from purpose, not just discipline. This deeper connection, he argues, fosters sustainable habits and meaningful change.

The conversation also tackles the vital role diversity plays in clinical research and how underrepresented communities face barriers to healthcare, often rooted in distrust of medical systems. By increasing diversity among researchers and outreach efforts, they believe these gaps can be bridged, leading to more equitable solutions for all.

If you’re interested in personal growth or passionate about health equity, this episode offers actionable insights and inspiring takeaways on how purpose and inclusion shape better health outcomes.

Must-Hear Insights and Key Moments

• Curiosity as a Catalyst for Growth: Justin Campbell shares how his curiosity led him from design to UX and health coaching, stressing the value of asking deeper questions to optimize life.
• Health and Life Purpose Connection: Emphasizes the crucial link between health and life purpose, noting that good health is essential to achieving personal goals and living with purpose.
• Personalized Health and Research: The need for personalized health care and research, advocating for more inclusive studies to provide accurate, accessible recommendations for all.
• Building Trust with Communities of Color: Justin calls for pharmaceutical companies to build trust by including people of color in both research and decision-making processes, ensuring health advice is culturally relevant.
• Improving Research Accessibility: Making research more accessible by going to communities, rather than expecting participants to come to research sites, to increase participation from underrepresented groups.
• Health Coaching as a Personalized Guide: Focuses on guiding clients through their unique health journeys, offering tailored advice based on individual needs and goals.

About Justin Campbell

Justin is a San Diego-based multi-disciplinary user experience designer and health and mindset coach with a deep-rooted belief in the power of self-mastery, discipline, and a growth mindset to help people achieve holistic well-being. He is passionate about crafting experiences that empower individuals to unlock their full potential, leveraging my expertise in designing enterprise software products, guiding clients in meditation, and coaching them through systematic habit formation to cultivate healthier, more fulfilling lives.

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