May Dharma Friends: Accessing Our Intuition with Megan Mook, Kevin Townely, and special guest Lopön Karla Jackson-Brewer

May 19th, 2025
6:30 - 8:30 PM
Hybrid | Free | Donation-based for ages 18-35

CO-SPONSORED BY TARA MANDALA AND DHARMA GATES

This May, we’ll explore the role of intuition on the spiritual path. Rather than a mystical gut feeling or a rejection of rationality, intuition may be better understood as a synthesis of information—gleaned both consciously and unconsciously—and an expression of non-dual wisdom. Join us for a lively Dharma talk with Lopön Karla Jackson-Brewer, followed by a guided meditation into the sacred world of the dakinis as we learn to access our innate inner knowing.

This magical evening will close with an innovative musical performance by 2VLA, a viola duo featuring Rob Ward and Tess Jacobson. Their sustained tone compositions create richly layered tapestries of sound and meditative depth.

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In an effort to be accessible, DHARMA FRIENDS is offered on a sliding scale. Please give according to your financial situation.

Purchasing a “Generosity Ticket” enables us to offer tickets at a discount for those in need. “Sponsorship Tickets” allow us to offer financial donations (dana) to the handful of teachers and special guests who freely offer their time and expertise each month.

For participants ages 18–35, this event is free / donation-based via a sponsorship from Dharma Gates. Simply select this ticket option when you register. To learn more, visit dharma-gates.org.

Registration and online programming is generously provided by Tara Mandala. To learn more, visit tara-mandala.org.

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BIOS:

Megan Mook holds a Master’s in Buddhist Studies and is a long-term student of both Tibetan Buddhism and yoga. A seasoned teacher, translator, and guide, Megan offers retreats, pilgrimages, and classes worldwide. Learn more at meganmook.com.

Kevin Townley is a writer, performer, and meditation instructor whose work explores the intersection of Dharma and the arts. Learn more at kevintownley.nyc.

Lopön Karla Jackson-Brewer, M.S., is a senior teacher at Tara Mandala and longtime practitioner of Chöd. She teaches regularly across the U.S., leads the Tara Mandala NYC Sangha, and offers BBAIPOC meditation circles. Karla is an adjunct professor at Rutgers and a priest in the West African system of Ifa.

2VLA is a viola duo featuring Rob Ward and Tess Jacobson. Their work explores sustained tone compositions that create richly layered soundscapes and meditative experiences.