44. McKay Gordon "I give my body permission to move and take up space"

"When I feel witnessed and supported by someone it's because they see me as not man or woman but 'other.'" McKay experienced internal dystopia as a young person growing up in conformist culture. Raised as a Mormon in a small town in Idaho, McKay was seriously depressed by twelve years old. "My experience in my body was violent." That became disordered eating. McKay says about their recovery, "I literally feel like I live in a different body because I have fun and joy in my body now. That was about giving myself permission to move and take up space."  They were also a Whiffenpoof at Yale and went on a Mormon mission--they have had their fill of frolicking with boys wearing a suit. McKay teaches dance aerobics, spin and helps people create homes through design and organization. We talk about the magic and healing of dance for the body, reclaiming shame and self determination. P.S. If you think you recognize McKay from the Fat Kid Dance Party workout video--you're correct! Find McKay on Instagram: Instagram.com/mckyay Bevin on Instagram: Instagram.com/bevinsparty Support the Podcast! Patreon.com/fkdp