The Movement We Need ~ with Starhawk

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Belonging (Part 1)

2024-12-0822:50

Humans are social creatures. We need to feel like we are a part of something bigger than ourselves, or simply a part of the fabric of community. As we explore some of the core human needs around movement building - this episode is part one on belonging.

STRATEGY: Organizing strategically and and the power of story and narratives to inform

2024-11-2733:05

In this episode, I discuss the importance of strategic organizing, touching on a clear strategy that includes open organizing, education through personal experience, effective campaigns, and building community trust. We need a proactive approach to activism, encouraging and educating others where we can, and crafting compelling narratives that challenge opposing views. There is immense power in collective action and a welcoming environment for all in the movement.

SPECIAL EPISODE: Grief, anger, trauma, and different kinds of power

2024-11-1517:28

In this episode, I want to check in with you all and share some of my thoughts on anger, grief, trauma, and different kinds of power. Plus, some helpful tips to ground during times of overwhelm.

Special Feature: Election Results —Holding a Vision of Hope & Beauty

2024-11-0711:38

In this episode, I offer a commentary following the U.S. Presidential Election results. I invite you to share an earth-centered practice with me, grounding into the present context of this moment in time. May we move through the process of anger, rage, depression, and even apathy… leading us to acceptance, and the energy and clear thinking we need to make positive change.

Safety in Movements (Part 2): Shifting the frame of safety to one of solidarity and support

2024-10-2228:12

In this episode, I discuss the importance of creating emotional safety within activist groups, emphasizing the need for support and solidarity. We explore the paradox of safety in activism, the role of restorative justice in community reintegration, and the significance of constructive critique in communication, as well as highlighting the need to shift the frame of safety from one of punishment to one of understanding and support.

Safety in Movements (Part 1): The Importance of Safety in Movements

2024-10-1326:53

In this conversation, Starhawk discusses the importance of safety in movements. She explores the concept of framing and how the way we frame safety agreements can impact the sense of safety in a group. She suggests framing agreements in terms of positive aspirations and allyship rather than rules and punishment. Starhawk also discusses the difference between intent and impact and the importance of consent and feedback in creating a safe space. In the next part of the conversation, she will explore how to hold people accountable in a supportive and affirming way.

13 Principles for a Broad-Based Movement: 11-13

2024-09-0926:20

We are wrapping up some of Starhawk's helpful principles in building a broad-based movement. - We explore educating as an important part of organizing - Creating structures of ritual and welcome - And perhaps most importantly, BE KIND Read more at Substack.com/@starhawk Happy listening!

13 Principles for a Broad-based Movement: Principles 8-10

2024-09-0924:49

In this episode, we explore some important and relevant principles that are especially crucial during our digital age: - Language that speaks to everyone - Practicing constructive critique - Avoiding shaming and blaming + giving praise and appreciation publicly Please read more at substack.com/@starhawk Happy listening!

13 Principles for a Broad-based Movement: Principles 4-7

2024-08-2819:16

In this episode, we move through the next 4 principles for building a broad-based, regenerative movement. A regenerative movement finds a role for everybody. Not just for the politically perfect, or extremely bold. We need a truly diverse movement if we are going to create a broad-based movement for justice. The perfect is the enemy of the good. I have a lot to say about this! In a regenerative movement, we celebrate our victories… even the partial ones. Never beat a dog for coming to you. You can read more on substack.com/@starhawk Happy listening!

13 Principles For a Broad Based Movement: Principles 1-3

2024-08-2125:05

In this episode, I'm going to be looking at 3 of the 13 principles for building a welcoming movement, as well as exploring the ways we can understand and think more about power. The principles discussed in this episode are: Being part of a movement should feel good A movement should have a big and positive vision A movement should be dynamic, creative, and experimental, rather than rigid and dogmatic You can read more on substack.com/@starhawk Happy listening!

5 Core Emotional Needs in Movement Building

2024-08-0428:47

In this episode, Starhawk shares with us some personal stories from her over 5 decades of activism, as well as insights on meeting emotional needs in movement building through exploring five core emotional needs more deeply. And those core needs are safety, belonging, value, agency, and meaning. We hope you enjoy this episode. Visit substack.com/@starhawk to read more from The Movement We Need.

The Movement We Need: Episode 1

2024-07-2924:51

Welcome to my new project, The Movement We Need. You can read chapters for The Movement We Need at Substack.com/@starhawk. I will also be uploading podcast episodes to further discuss each chapter - but first, we will be speaking about the most recent news before launching into Chapter 1. Welcome, enjoy. Starhawk

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