Episode 14: staci haines

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Written By Ailey Jolie

12/09/2024

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Join Ailey Jolie and Staci Haines, an innovator in the field of Somatics, for this episode of In This Body. Together, Ailey and Staci discuss the essence of somatics and embodiment, their relevance in personal and collective healing, and how these practices intersect with social justice issues such as racism, sexism, and climate justice. Stacey shares insights from her extensive work, including her influential books 'The Politics of Trauma' and 'Healing Sex.' The conversation delves into the nuances of somatic practices, the importance of social analysis in healing, and ways to cultivate a deeper relationship with one's body amidst a world that often promotes disconnection. 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:  

  • 00:00 Introduction to 'In This Body' Podcast

  • 01:03 Meet Stacey Haynes: Pioneer in Somatics

  • 02:49 Defining Somatics and Embodiment

  • 05:03 The Link Between Personal and Collective Healing

  • 08:12 Core Components of True Somatic Work

  • 13:09 Challenges and Misrepresentations in Somatics

  • 20:39 Redefining Power Through Somatics

  • 25:10 De-objectifying the Body

  • 30:48 Exploring Collective Healing

  • 31:16 Prevention Strategies in Public Health

  • 32:02 Empowering Change Makers

  • 33:32 Therapeutic Models and Collective Healing

  • 35:04 Somatics as a Spiritual Path

  • 38:26 Challenges in Somatic Practices

  • 44:26 Finding the Right Somatic Practitioner

  • 47:51 Healing from Personal and Systemic Trauma

  • 53:57 Reconnecting with the Body

  • 56:19 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events

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