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What's Important To You?

What's Important To You?

By: James Dean
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What’s Important to You? is a podcast about purpose, passion, and the things that truly matter. Each week, I speak with inspiring guests from all walks of life and ask one powerful question: “What’s important to you?” Their stories will spark reflection, fuel your goals, and remind you what really matters. Brought to you by James Dean Coaching — helping driven humans master mindset and live with purpose. 🎯 Learn more or book a free call at https://tidycal.com/jamesdeancoaching/clarity-callJames Dean Hygiene & Healthy Living Personal Development Personal Success Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
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  • #113 What's Important To Ron Souers - ADHD, Mental Health & Self-Discovery
    Oct 9 2025

    What if embracing your differences was the key to unlocking your true potential?

    In this episode, I’m joined by Ron Souers, ADHD advocate, podcast host of Dn’t Mind Me, I’m Different, and author of The Self Discovery Journal for Adults with ADHD. Ron shares his journey of living with ADHD and depression, and how it shaped his mission to challenge stigma, foster acceptance, and empower others to thrive.

    We explore the importance of mental health in the workplace, the value of open conversations about emotions, and why self-love and self-advocacy are essential for personal growth. Ron also shares his insights on emotional intelligence, pro-social skills, and creating neurodiverse-friendly workplaces that benefit both employees and businesses.

    💡 Key Takeaways:

    • Mental health is crucial for workplace productivity and engagement.
    • Too often, people mask their emotions at work instead of seeking support.
    • ADHD is often misunderstood and requires deeper awareness and acceptance.
    • Open conversations about mental health lead to stronger solutions.
    • Self-love and acceptance are central to personal and professional growth.
    • Emotional intelligence enhances communication and relationships.
    • Pro-social skills help build deeper, more authentic connections.
    • Advocacy for mental health transforms both lives and workplaces.

    In Their Words

    • "A happy employee is a productive employee."
    • "I want to understand what ADHD really was."
    • "The silence that kills."

    Connect with Ron Souers

    👉 Website: https://dadhdwss.com/

    👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ronnyreel/

    👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-souers-9162b1a0/

    Let’s stay connected:

    👉 Website: https://jamesdeancoach.com/

    👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-dean-688557156/

    👉 Instagram: @jamesdeancoaching

    👉 Podcast: What’s Important to You


    🎯 Interested in coaching?

    If you’re ready to reconnect with what matters most and move forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose — I’d love to support you.

    Book a free Clarity Call here: https://tidycal.com/jamesdeancoaching/clarity-call

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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • #112 What's Important To Amanda Grace - Recovery Wisdom, Creativity & Emotional Freedom
    Oct 2 2025

    What if the transformative principles of recovery weren’t just for people with addiction, but for anyone ready to stop choosing chaos over peace?

    In this episode, I’m joined by Amanda Grace, trauma-informed therapist, integrative coach, and creator of The Serenity Project. After her own eight-year recovery journey, Amanda realized that the wisdom of recovery could benefit everyone, not just those in sobriety. She created The Serenity Project to make those tools accessible to anyone seeking emotional freedom and belonging.

    We explore Amanda’s framework of Guts, Grounding & Grace, the role of creativity in healing, and the importance of listening to our inner narrator and inner child. Amanda shares her story of self-discovery, leadership, and the courage it takes to claim sovereignty in life choices. Together, we dive into the messy, honest truths of anger, shame, coping mechanisms, and the universal need for recovery wisdom.

    💡 Key Takeaways:

    • Sovereignty is essential in making authentic choices.
    • Creativity can serve as both healing and expression.
    • Understanding your internal narrator deepens self-awareness.
    • Coping mechanisms often mask fear of truth and emotion.
    • Sobriety and recovery can transform life beyond addiction.
    • Leadership often emerges from personal struggles.
    • Belonging is vital in recovery and growth.
    • Women often carry chaos at the cost of their own well-being.
    • Recovery wisdom applies to everyday life, not just addiction.
    • Guts, Grounding & Grace provide a framework for lasting change.

    In Their Words

    • "Anger and shame cycle."
    • "We are chaos managers."
    • "You cannot buy health."

    

    Connect with Amanda Grace

    👉 Website: https://theserenityproject.ie/

    👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/graceforhire/

    Let’s stay connected:

    👉 Website: https://jamesdeancoach.com/

    👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-dean-688557156/

    👉 Instagram: @jamesdeancoaching

    👉 Podcast: What’s Important to You

    🎯 Interested in coaching?

    If you’re ready to reconnect with what matters most and move forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose — I’d love to support you.

    Book a free Clarity Call here: https://tidycal.com/jamesdeancoaching/clarity-call

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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • #111 What's Important to Andrea O'Grady - Connection, Resilience & Workplace Wellbeing
    Sep 25 2025

    What if the key to thriving at work and in life came down to one word: connection?

    In this episode, I’m joined by Andrea O’Grady, Wellness and Mindset Coach, Workplace Wellbeing Consultant, and founder of The Wellness Edge. After 15 years in the high-pressure world of retail and buying, Andrea pivoted into health and wellness, dedicating the past 15 years to helping individuals, leaders, and organisations build resilience and create cultures of wellbeing.

    We explore the importance of connection to self, to others, and within workplaces as a foundation for personal fulfilment and professional success. Andrea shares her expertise on stress, burnout, and resilience, alongside practical strategies for fostering engagement, empathetic leadership, and sustainable wellbeing practices.

    💡 Key Takeaways:

    • Connection is essential for both personal growth and workplace culture.
    • Movement is medicine for both body and mind.
    • Personal experiences shape how we approach leadership and wellbeing.
    • Empathetic leadership is key to thriving teams.
    • Early intervention in mental health can prevent burnout.
    • Work-life balance is vital for resilience and engagement.
    • Understanding the nervous system improves emotional regulation.
    • The Wellness Edge is about fostering a culture of wellbeing at work.

    In Their Words

    • "Movement is medicine; it enhances health."
    • "Early intervention can prevent burnout."
    • "Connection is my compass for the future."

    Connect with Andrea O'Grady

    👉 Website

    👉 Instagram

    👉 LinkedIn

    Let’s stay connected:

    👉 Website

    👉 LinkedIn

    👉 Instagram

    👉 Podcast


    🎯 Interested in coaching?

    If you’re ready to reconnect with what matters most and move forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose — I’d love to support you.

    Book a free Clarity Call here: https://tidycal.com/jamesdeancoaching/clarity-call

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    1 hr and 20 mins
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