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Practice You with Elena Brower

Content and conversations for times of transition and change. Join me in discussion with renowned luminaries and dear friends to explore life"s myriad transitions, our understandings and our responses. What does it mean to be present, to shift our perceptions, to engage with the world meaningfully, with dignity and care? With respect for the ancient practices and the modern wisdom that continue to inform and elevate our exchanges, each episode is an invitation to Practice You.

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Episode 233: 2026 Planning Session

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2026/01/03

Our annual session includes readings from Hold Nothing, emphasizing practice, respect, and structures of encouragement. Join me to sit briefly, address potent prompts intended to create intentionality and spaces of grace for you and yours as you proceed into this year. (0:00) – Annual Planning Session Introduction (1:54) – Practice and Respect in Conscious Evolution (4:45) – Zen Meditation and the Practice of Zazen (7:20) – Aging and Letting Go of Caring About Others' Opinions (10:16) – Note of

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Episode 232: Jessie Harrold

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2025/12/20

For mothers, mothers-to-be and those supporting mothers: On matrescence as transformation; offering the Four Elements model as a map for the rite of passage that is motherhood. (0:00) – Introduction and Guest Welcome (1:16) – Importance of Rites of Passage (3:09) – The Four Elements of Radical Transformation (6:19) – The Earth Element: Grounding and Taking Stock (8:11) – The Water Element: Grief and Letting Go (15:19) – The Air Element: Liminality and Uncertainty (20:07) – The Fire Element:

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Episode 231: Nevine Michaan

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2025/12/06

On participating in your life by orienting to practice; befriending time to stabilize your mind, meditating polarities to map your world. (0:00) – Introduction to Nevine Michaan and Her Journey (2:26) – The Katonah Yoga Calendar (6:36) – The Concept of Mapping in Yoga (16:48) – The Magic House and Personal Responsibility (20:55) – Balancing Self-Actualization and Interbeing (36:15) – The Role of Numbers and Measurement in Yoga (39:03) – Practical Techniques for Maintaining Energy and Vitality

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Episode 230: Sara Bercholz

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2025/11/22

On supportive friendship, persistence, practice, and what it means to hold nothing. (0:00) — Launch of Elena Brower's New Book "Hold Nothing" (1:44) — Evolution of the Book Project (6:47) — Personal Stories and Vulnerability (9:56) — Feedback and Reflections on the Book (15:12) — Storytelling and Relationships (20:37) — Prompts and Practical Insights (32:07) — Final Reflections and Gratitude Sara Bercholz is a second-generation book publisher. She is co-owner and Publisher of her family business,

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Episode 229: Deva Premal

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2025/11/08

On respecting the evolution of this life and consistently responding to the call of the brightest light of all. (0:00) – Introduction and Welcome (3:01) – Experience of Performing Live (7:24) – Deva's Connection to Miten (11:01) – Life on the Road and Practices (14:01) – Evolution of Deva's Work (18:18) – Collaboration with India.Arie (23:55) – New Album and Favorite Tracks (27:05) – Upcoming Tours and Retreats Deva Premal is a world-renowned, Grammy-nominated mantra singer whose ethereal voice

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Episode 228: Megan Dalla Camina

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2025/10/25

On practices of empowerment, support and the archetypes that instruct and inspire us to evolve. (0:00) — Introduction and Guest Overview (2:47) — Table of Contents and Initial Discussion (7:34) — Confidence Paradox and Internalized Patriarchy (11:08) — Archetypes and Inner Critic (21:47) — Motherhood Paradox and Reflection Questions (22:26) — Archetypes and Personal Growth (24:44) — Vision for Life and Financial Security (27:24) — Path of Purpose and Job Crafting (41:12) — Final Thoughts and

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Episode 227: Susanna Barkataki

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2025/10/11

On staying true to the practices of yoga by living a life of conscious care and respect. (0:00) — Ignite Your Yoga: Introduction and Book Overview (4:26) — Cultural Appropriation and Service in Yoga (4:47) — Living the Yoga: Practical Applications (6:31) — Cultural Appropriation and Respect in Yoga Practice (15:03) — Inner Decolonization and Self-Care in Yoga (15:14) — The Four Stages of Sadhana (35:32) — Practical Tools for Inner Decolonization (40:53) — Reparations and Decolonizing Yoga Practices

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Episode 226: Heather A. Campbell

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2025/09/27

On realizing that 'good' is actually more than enough, and the joy of letting go of the exhausting pressure we place on ourselves. (0:00) – Heather Campbell's Journey and Achievements (2:17) – Sharon Salzberg's Praise and Heather's Book (7:22) – Ready, Set, Recover: Heather's Initiative (12:22) – Heather's Personal Journey and Overachievement (21:53) – Parenting and Balancing Life (27:54) – Naming Inner Critics and Coping Strategies (44:13) – Heather's Book and Its Impact (45:43) – Final Thoughts

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Episode 225: Daria Burke

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2025/09/13

On the quiet work of befriending ourselves, and the remembered language of healing. (0:00) – Introduction and Guest Overview (2:47) – Daria's Childhood and Early Life (9:01) – Impact of Grandmother's Death and Early Loss (12:14) – Discovering the Truth About Her Grandmother's Death (20:14) – Intergenerational Trauma and Addiction (26:12) – Emergence and Mentoring (34:19) – Success and Ambition (41:48) – Meditation and Emotional Independence (46:13) – Letter to Her Mother Daria Burke is an American

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Episode 224: Sophie Grégoire Trudeau

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2025/08/30

On healing our emotional biography, the unwounded soul within, and the choices we keep making to evolve. (0:00) — Sophie Grégoire Trudeau's Introduction and Background (3:35) — The Importance of Holding Ourselves (7:02) — Navigating Addiction and Hyper-Vigilance (8:33) — The Science of Happiness and Integrity (10:56) — Understanding Human Behavior and Emotional Intelligence (14:38) — The Role of Nature and Playfulness (15:32) — Navigating Personal Relationships and Trauma (40:01) — The Impact of

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Episode 223: Rosemerry Trommer

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2025/08/16

On the facets of grief, the joy in the depths, and the presence we bring. (0:00) — Introduction and Guest Introduction (3:23) — Rosemerry's Son Finn (6:05) — Grief and Connection with Finn (11:53) — Exploring Darkness and Light (18:39) — Metaphors and Connection (24:30) — Meadow and Listening (28:15) — Talking to the Dead (29:53) — Rosemerry's Work and Resources Devoted to helping others explore creative practice, Rosemerry is co-host of Emerging Form, a podcast on creative

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Episode 222: Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2025/08/02

On befriending the mind; when negative emotions have positive outcomes, and the practice of coming home to yourself. (0:00) — Introduction (1:34) — Discussion on Sadhvi's Book "Come Home to Yourself" (3:05) — The Importance of Spirituality (10:58) — Bringing the Mind to Your Side (24:45) — Using Anger Constructively (41:07) — Daily Practice and Service (47:41) — Evening Routine and Community Involvement (49:57) — Closing Remarks and Future Plans Bestselling author, a world-renowned

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Episode 221: Mara Branscombe

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2025/07/19

On embodying the creative, intuitive, fortifying feminine spirit at every stage of our lives. (0:00) - Introduction to Mara Branscombe and Her Work (2:01) - The Importance of Ritual in Daily Life (5:27) - Elemental Wisdom and Connecting with Nature (8:53) - Exploring the Archetypes in "Sage Huntress Lover, Queen" (14:58) - The Role of the Sage and Huntress Archetypes (20:20) - Navigating the Transition from Huntress to Lover and Mystic (29:41) - The Queen Archetype and Leadership with Love (32:32)

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Episode 220: Colleen and Jason Wachob

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2025/07/05

On our commitment to joy as key to longevity. On prioritizing curiosity, compassion and empathy for true well-being. (0:00) - Welcoming Colleen and Jason Wachob (4:04) - Overview of "The Joy of Well Being" (5:25) - Colleen's Story and the Importance of Breath (15:23) - Jason's Insights on Connection and Loneliness (21:15) - Real Food Chapter and Nutrition Philosophy (27:47) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts (34:29) - Closing Remarks and Future Plans Jason & Colleen Wachob are the husband and wife

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Episode 219: Nan Seymour

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2025/06/21

On our imperiled bodies of water, focusing on the majestic Great Salt Lake, and the urgency of divesting from harm. (0:00) - Introduction to Nan Seymour and Her Work (3:18) - The Great Salt Lake and Its Significance (6:06) - Human Impact and Environmental Concerns (9:07) - Efforts to Protect the Lake (13:58) - Hope and Future Actions (18:23) - Nan's Poetry and Personal Connection (26:01) - Community Engagement and Future Plans (31:27) - Closing Remarks and Resources Nan created River Writing in

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Episode 218: Christie Tate

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2025/06/07

On the finer practice of friendship, tending to ourselves in order to be present, and learning what it means to be a good friend. (0:00) - Introduction and Author Background (2:48) - Discussion on the Book's Title and Theme (5:02) - Reflections on Meredith's Role in the Book (7:56) - Navigating Joy and Sorrow in Friendships (12:45) - Exploring Spirituality and Recovery (16:13) - Healing and Overcoming Envy (21:05) - Supporting a Friend Through Illness (26:39) - Maintaining Friendships After Loss

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Episode 217: Chelsey Luger

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2025/05/24

On the ways in which we can respectfully learn from Indigenous cultures about creating instances of meaning, integrity, health and happiness. The Seven Circles encompass a series of interconnected, intersecting circles to help us all live well. (0:00)- Introduction and Guest Introduction (2:54) - Overview of "The Seven Circles" (3:49) - Movement as an Antidote to Addiction (10:28) - Connection to Land and Environmentalism (16:46) - Spiritual Aspects of Land and Prayer (21:46) - Ceremony and Its

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Episode 216: Ash Canty

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2025/05/10

On serving and shifting the narrative around death, dying and our transition to the other side. On entering into deep heart healing and becoming ourselves. (0:00) - Introduction (3:01) - Ash's Journey and Personal Background (7:04) - Ash's Work and Certification (13:13) - Ash's Approach to Death Coaching (14:57) - Stories of Helping Clients (29:25) - Ash's Retreats and Private Spiritual Coaching (39:05) - The Impact of Healing on Generations (43:25) - Final Thoughts and Gratitude Ash Canty is a

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Episode 215: Philipp Samor von Holtzendorff-Fehling

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2025/04/26

On remembering our original state; the use of quantum energy to boost regenerative competency and overall health. (0:00) - Introduction to Philip von Holtzendorf-Fehling (2:47) - Understanding Quantum Energy (4:21) - Practical Applications of Quantum Energy (10:55) - Impact of Quantum Energy on Water and Food (15:27) - Scientific Evidence and Research (21:04) - Personal Experiences and Practical Uses (23:01) - Accelerating Cell Recovery and Physical Benefits (29:19) - Spiritual and Consciousness

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Episode 214: Shirin Etessam

Practice You with Elena Brower ·

2025/04/12

On the six key steps to freeing ourselves from the inside out. (1:44) - Overview of "Free to Be" (4:02) - Heart Detox and Self-Care (6:21) - Body Detox and Self-Care (8:58) - The Role of Play in Neuroplasticity (13:28) - Finding Your True North (15:28) - Rewriting Your Story (20:01) - Conclusion and Closing Remarks A proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community, Shirin Etessam is an entrepreneur, producer, creator and founder. Shirin founded OML TV, a popular platform dedicated to streaming and curating

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