Elian D. Florentine is a librarian and meditation practitioner with over twenty years of experience in Theravada Buddhist practice. Currently between sanghas, he organizes community events including book clubs and poetry evenings throughout Sweden. When not meditating or working, he enjoys traveling, cooking vegetarian food and reading ethical philosophy. The Gentle Practice is his first book, born from a desire to make meditation accessible to people who feel intimidated by or don't have time for traditional approaches.