#65 - Softening Our Awareness w/ Elena Brower

Mother, mentor, artist, teacher, bestselling author and host of the Practice You Podcast, Elena has taught yoga and meditation since 1999. After graduating Cornell University in 1992, she designed textiles and apparel for almost a decade before focusing on yoga, meditation, art and writing. Her first book, Art of Attention, has been translated into seven languages; her second, Practice You, is a bestseller. Both Practice You and Being You are utilized as teaching tools in a variety of settings. Elena's first collection of poetry, Softening Time, published in May 2023. Elena's yoga classes and meditations are featured on Glo. Her virtual Engaged Mentorship is renowned for inviting analog creativity into online coursework, and her Perceptive Parenting audio course is a key resource for parents. Elena's spoken word poetry can be heard on Above & Beyond's Flow State album. She works to elevate bright futures for girls, women and children through her support for Girls on Fire Leaders, On The Inside and Free Food Kitchen. Elena is commencing Buddhist Chaplaincy training in 2024. In this soulful and introspective episode of Chasing Presence, we are honored to welcome special guest Elena Brower, a renowned yoga and meditation teacher, author, and advocate for softening awareness as a path to inner peace. In "Softening Our Awareness with Elena Brower," we embark on a journey of self-discovery, mindfulness, and the transformative practice of softening our awareness. Elena shares her wisdom, personal experiences, and valuable insights on how embracing gentleness and vulnerability can lead to profound healing and spiritual growth. This episode provides practical insights, heartwarming anecdotes, and expert perspectives to help you explore the art of softening awareness in your own life. Whether you're seeking to deepen your mindfulness practice, connect with your inner self, or simply looking for inspiration to infuse your life with compassion and presence, this conversation offers invaluable wisdom and guidance. Tune in and embark on a soulful journey as we delve into the practice of softening our awareness, guided by the wisdom and grace of Elena Brower. Elena’s Website: elenabrower.com Elena’s New Book: elenabrower.com/softeningtime Elena’s Mentoring Program: elenabrower.com/mentorship Elena’s Instagram: @elenabrower If you enjoyed listening to this episode, please leave a rating and share it on social media. We would also love to connect with you! You can get in touch with us through the info listed below. Website: ChasingPresence.com Email: [email protected] Instagram: @TheChasingPresence TikTok: @ChasingPresence Twitter: @ChasePresence Youtube: @ChasingPresence