Embodied Activism and Interpersonal Dynamics

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This chapter examines the role of body language and physical presence in shaping interpersonal interactions, particularly at conferences. It introduces the concept of embodied activism, advocating for inclusivity in social change through everyday interactions and self-awareness. The speaker also addresses the importance of managing emotions like anger and processing non-verbal cues to foster better understanding and engagement in social justice efforts.

When you look at your body in the mirror, do you love what you see? Do you pick out the things you don’t like? Maybe you’ve heard of body positivity. But what if we just felt neutral about our bodies? In this episode, we talk about our bodies — how we move through the world in these fleshy vessels, how it feels to exist in our bodies in a world that asks so much from them. How do we live full and embodied lives?

Original Air Date: September 30, 2023

Interviews In This Hour:
Finding Peace in Neutrality: Jessi Kneeland on Rethinking Body Positivity — The Body Speaks: Rae Johnson on Reconnecting with Ourselves to Transform Society — Multiple Identities, One Body: Sami Schalk Discusses Black Disability Politics

Guests:
Jessi Kneeland, Rae Johnson, Sami Schalk

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