CONNECT TO THIS MOMENT: Quieting Asana & Zen Meditation with Elena Brower

This moment is all there is.

In this gentle practice of quieting asana and Zen meditation, we turn toward the present moment as our greatest teacher. Inspired by the words of Katherine Thanas—“Are you willing to practice in this realm, willing to be this moment however it is, no apologies, no regrets, no grasping?”—we’ll explore what it means to fully inhabit what is.

Through slow, grounding movement and mindful breath, we prepare the body and mind to soften into presence. As we settle into stillness, we are invited to embrace life just as it is—without needing to fix or change anything.

This class is an offering to those who seek quiet, clarity, and connection, to embrace what is, and come to a state of stillness.

Mother, mentor, poet, artist, volunteer, bestselling author and host of the Practice You Podcast, Elena Brower has taught yoga and meditation since 1999. After graduating Cornell University in 1992, she designed textiles and apparel for almost a decade before shifting her focus to yoga, meditation, art and writing. Her books, Art of Attention, Practice You, Being You and Softening Time walk us through stages of practice, life and listening. Elena's Perceptive Parenting audio course is a key resource for parents; her yoga practices and meditations are featured on Glo. 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. She received the Buddhist Precepts from Roshi Joan Halifax in 2023 and is now a candidate for Chaplaincy. Her spoken word poetry can be heard on Above & Beyond's Flow State albums.

www.elenabrower.com

Accessible Pricing for All

In alignment with our values of inclusivity and collective care, we have intentionally subsidized general access tickets to make this experience available to as many people as possible. In addition to our standard pricing, we offer two alternative rates designed to honor the diverse financial realities of our community:

*Need-Based Access Rate: If you are experiencing financial hardship or limited income, please consider the Need-Based Access Rate. These spots are made possible by the generosity of others and the support of the Connection is the Medicine Foundation, and reflect our deep commitment to equity and belonging.
This rate may be right for you if you:

• Struggle to meet your basic financial needs
• Are facing housing, employment, or income instability
• Live paycheck-to-paycheck and lack financial reserves
• Are navigating other significant life challenges

We currently have 3 spots available at the subsidized rate. If these have been filled, or you are in need of further financial support, please reach out to bWVnYW4gfCBjb25uZWN0aW9uaXN0aGVtZWRpY2luZSAhIGNvbQ== to inquire about additional scholarship opportunities.

*Generosity Rate: If you have the financial capacity to contribute beyond the standard rate, we invite you to choose the Generosity Rate. Your support at this level funds need-based access for others and supports the work of the Connection is the Medicine Foundation, allowing us to offer below-cost participation to those facing financial hardship. This rate may be right for you if you:

• Own your home and live without financial worry
• Have investments, savings, or financial security
• Can easily access funds in times of need
• Are moved to make this experience more accessible for others

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This programming is brought to you through the Connection is the Medicine Foundation, a non-profit foundation dedicated to co-creating a world where individuals and communities thrive from a sense of inspiration, connection, and self-discovery.

Where Your Gift Makes a Difference

Because of your generosity, our 2025 programs are thriving. We’ve expanded offerings that nurture meaningful connection—through nature immersion, contemplative practices, youth development, caregiver support, and spiritual inquiry.

If you are interested in donating to support more programming like this, please visit our website: https://connectionisthemedicine.com/donate
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