Feminist Founders Subscriber-Only Podcast
from Becky Mollenkamp
5 Lessons from 2024: Reflections with Faith Clarke
In this solo episode, Faith Clarke reflects on the lessons she learned during the complex and transformative year of 2024. From navigating the “best of times and worst of times” to deepening her commitment to meaningful work, Faith shares her personal and professional insights. She explores themes of connection, embodiment, and community building, offering actionable takeaways for feminist founders.
Key Takeaways:
- Do Meaningful Work with People You Love
Faith highlights the power of prioritizing joy and connection in her professional relationships, noting that meaningful work fuels energy and resilience. - Take Care of the Animal Body First
Inspired by her mentor at Humaning Well, Faith underscores the importance of somatic practices and tending to physical needs to show up fully for life and work. - Widen the Circle of Concern
Drawing on the work of John Powell and the Othering and Belonging Institute, Faith discusses the importance of expanding inclusivity without unintentionally sidelining anyone. - Power Sharing Isn’t Abdication
True power sharing means using privilege to elevate others while co-creating solutions—not stepping back in silence and leaving the labor to marginalized groups. - Stay on the Lookout for Magic
Faith reminds us to embrace the serendipity of good things happening, even amidst challenges, and to center joy and gratitude in our journeys.
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Join the Conversation:
What lessons did you learn in 2024? Share your reflections and word for the year with us! Let’s co-create a vision for a more inclusive, empowered future together.
What lessons did you learn in 2024? Share your reflections and word for the year with us! Let’s co-create a vision for a more inclusive, empowered future together.