LOVE WINS: PlayFull Alumni Leading with Joy

In this special Valentine’s Day gathering, host Kristine Michie welcomes back former guests to continue the conversation on what fuels their work. These leaders in philanthropy, activism, and social impact have shared their stories before, but in this episode, they reflect on the power of love—not just as a feeling, but as a deliberate choice that shapes leadership, fuels resilience, and sustains meaningful change. From embracing joy in the fight for justice to navigating uncertainty with courage, this episode is a powerful reminder that love, in all its forms, truly wins.

Key Takeaways:

• Love isn't just an emotion; it's a daily decision. 
• Finding joy and playfulness in serious work prevents burnout and sustains long-term impact.
• Discussions on justice, equity, and inclusion remain critical, and despite efforts to suppress these conversations, they must continue.
• Financial and economic empowerment, especially for women and marginalized groups, is essential for long-term systemic change.
• Reflections on history, from Harriet Tubman’s journey following the North Star to the wisdom of suffragettes, remind us that today’s struggles are part of the ongoing, never-ending movement towards justice.

"What is big is what you focus on." — LaTosha Brown

"I do think that there is actual power in just feeling joyful, and playing is one way. So I’m going to encourage you all to play with whoever is in your sphere—today, tomorrow, the weekend, next week—because you get juice from that too." — Elizabeth Cushing

About our Changemakers:

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