John Brehm is an American poet known for his reflective and accessible poetry that often explores themes of mindfulness, compassion, and the human experience. His debut collection, Sea of Faith, won the Brittingham Prize and set the tone for his later works like Help Is on the Way and No Day at the Beach. His writing combines wit, spiritual insight, and emotional honesty, appearing in major journals like Poetry and The Sun. Brehm lives in Portland, Oregon, where he teaches poetry and leads mindfulness retreats.
