Episode 37: jaycee gossett
24/04/2025
Watch now on Youtube.
Join Ailey Jolie and Jaycee Gossett, movement artist and founding teacher of The Class, on this episode of In This Body. The conversation explores embodiment as a lifelong practice, the evolution from performance-based movement to somatic healing, and how the body can become a portal to truth, compassion, and vitality. Jaycee shares her personal journey through competitive dance, burnout, and reconnection—offering insight into how movement, breath, and intentional practice can shift both inner and outer landscapes. The episode also speaks to the power of community, agency, and somatic presence as tools for transformation. We hope you enjoy the episode.
About In This Body: Conversations with leading experts about the importance of embodiment in living an authentic life. In This Body asks the important questions: How does connecting to your body change your life? How will connecting to your body allow you to love better and live more authentically? And how does connecting to your body change the trajectory of our shared world?
In this episode:
03:04 – Personal Journey to Embodiment
06:03 – The Impact of Dance on Self-Connection
09:06 – Exploring Different Movement Practices
11:57 – Collective Healing Through Movement
14:50 – Understanding the Class Structure and Philosophy
20:58 – Navigating Pain and Discomfort in Practice
24:03 – Liberation Through Movement
30:41 – Clairvoyance and Body Awareness
34:44 – Cultivating Self-Compassion Through Movement
38:17 – The Power of Community
To find out more about Jaycee:
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Explore: The Class
Experience: Retreats
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To learn more about Ailey Jolie:
Find: Website
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Explore: Substack
Experience: Insight Timer
Email: info@aileyjolie.com
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