“The Movement Mic” is back with an episode that every dancer needs to hear. 🩰Hosted by Devrae “DJ” Jefferson, this conversation dives deep into the realities of mental health in the dance world — from the pressure of perfection to the pain behind body image struggles, anxiety, and communication challenges that so many artists face but rarely discuss.This episode features Chloe Grant-Abel as co-host and two incredible guests:✨ Martez McKinzy (@_idance) — professional dancer and cancer survivor whose story of resilience and passion will leave you inspired. After battling Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Martez shares how dance became his source of strength — even taking class after every chemo treatment. Now, 14 years cancer-free, his story embodies perseverance and pure love for the art.🧠 Natasha Trujillo (@npttherapy) — licensed mental health therapist and sports psychologist — brings her expertise to the table, unpacking topics like: • How the dance world normalizes body image struggles and disordered eating • The fine line between excellence and perfectionism • Understanding when performance anxiety becomes something deeper • How dancers can create healthier communication and community • The importance of developing an identity beyond the studioTogether, we explore what it truly means to be “beautifully damaged” — finding beauty in the breakdowns, lessons in the pauses, and purpose in the struggle. 💫If you’ve ever questioned your worth outside of your craft, struggled to separate your identity from your art, or needed a reminder that rest and reflection are part of the process — this one’s for you. ❤️👇 Listen and Subscribe:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ThaN8A...🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...⸻✨ Follow & Connect:Instagram: @themovementmicTikTok: @themovementmic💬 Like, comment, share, and subscribe to join the conversation — and don’t forget to check out the other episodes on the channel for more honest, empowering discussions that move beyond the mirror and into the mind behind the movement.

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