Dismantling the Old, Creating A Better Way: Iris Fernandez Valdez on Justice and Joy

Discover a journey towards personal joy, justice and connection.The Solving for Joy podcast welcomes Iris Fernandez Valdez, an emotional well being coach. Together with Dr. Chrissie Ott, they discuss the importance of building meaningful connections, and the role of coaching in creating lasting change. Iris discusses what it means to be an abolitionist in this day and age. They also dive into the intersection of personal pain, self-punishment, and the larger societal vision of a world without punitive systems—one that nurtures healing and joy. This conversation is an invitation to rethink justice, self-awareness, and the path to a more connected and joyful life. Key Episode Takeaways: What balance really means and how it is a dynamic relationship. How coaching can benefit different individuals. What it means to be an abolitionist in this time. Iris Fernandez Valdez: https://iris-fernandez.com/  Find Dr. Chrissie Ott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissieottmd/   Joy Point Solutions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joypointsolutions  Solving For Joy Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/solvingforjoypodcast/ For accessibility, a full transcript of this episode is available: https://www.solvingforjoy.com/  Music by Denys Kyshchuk: https://www.audiocoffee.net/  Subscribe and spread the joy—share this podcast with someone who could use it!