The powerful role listening plays in building relationships rich with belonging

Send us Fan MailThe Belonging Podcast by Elev8 Villages | Founders Log #2 | Episode 011In this special Founder’s Log, Melissa Kaye celebrates a major milestone, 10 episodes completed! She takes time to reflect on everything she’s learned about belonging, relationships, grief, leadership, and creating safe spaces.But this time, the tables turn.Melissa’s best friend Cassidy Patrick (aka Gurlflex) steps in to put her in the hot seat.Follow Cassidy on Instagram @gurlflexTogether, they explore:- What belonging really means- Why foster youth aging out of care face a belonging crisis- How losing a beloved dog brought belonging home- The responsibility of creating safe spaces- Why social media may be eroding real connection- What designing cities around belonging could look likeYou’ll hear raw vulnerability, bold dreams, laughter, and the powerful truth that:“Belonging isn’t earned. It’s designed.”Elev8 Villages is building more than housing. It’s building a village for youth aging out of foster care. Where belonging is protected, practiced, and intentional.This episode isn’t just a reflection. It’s a call to start a movement. Listen in. Reflect deeply. And ask yourself:If we’re not creating belonging… why are we here?This podcast exists because we believe belonging is not a luxury. It’s a human need. Every story shared here helps us imagine a world where no one has to walk alone. If this conversation resonated with you, please follow, rate, or share the show with someone who might need it today. To learn more about the movement we’re building (or to get involved) visit Elev8Villages.org.Thank you for joining us for this episode of The Belonging Podcast by Elev8 Villages - where belonging becomes a place we build together.