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Bringing the TRI Wisdom Vision to Life
After 11 years of developing and offering essential methods, skills, resources, and guidance for a meaningful life as the Mindful Life Program™ (MLP) and the Mindfulness in Recovery Institute®(MIR), Laura Bartels, John Bruna, and Mark Molony, are joining us to offer their expertise and trainings to our organization. They are inspired to help us benefit to more audiences and continue for future generations. With their leadership, the talented community of certified teachers and facilitators and your support, we can transform lives, build communities, and make a palpable difference in the world.
Join our mission and change lives
Wisdom for Well-Being
At TRI Wisdom Institute™, we believe that every person deserves the skills and support to build a meaningful life and develop well-being. Together with your support, we can extend these life-changing resources to those who need them most. TRI Wisdom Institute’s programs directly address some of the root challenges of our times, creating connection and community in the process, an important element of a meaningful life.
The need for scalable, accessible, and evidence-informed resources has never been greater. TRI Wisdom Institute™ exists to meet this need—equipping individuals, families, and communities with skills and support to navigate adversity, reconnect with meaning, and live fulfilling lives.
We’re Here to Meet the Needs of Today
The increasing need for mental wellness
Across the United States and globally, a profound crisis of mental health and well-being is unfolding. Millions are experiencing rising stress, anxiety, disconnection, and burnout. Anxiety has risen for the third consecutive year, with 43% of adults reporting higher levels in 2024 than the year before (APA, 2024). From 2019 to 2022, symptoms of anxiety and depression surged across nearly every demographic (CDC, 2023).
The need to address impacts to attention
The rise of digital media and the commodification of human attention are amplifying this crisis. Excessive screen time, constant stimulation, and algorithm-driven content are linked to higher rates of anxiety, depression, loneliness, and cognitive fatigue—especially among youth and young adults. As attention becomes a monetized commodity, individuals are left fragmented, overstimulated, and emotionally drained.
The importance of addressing substance use disorder
Substance use disorders (SUD) compound these challenges. In 2022, over 46 million Americans met criteria for a SUD, yet fewer than 1 in 10 received treatment. That same year, more than 107,000 people died from overdoses (CDC, 2023), while alcohol misuse contributed to nearly 178,000 deaths (NIAAA, 2023). Families carry much of this burden—one in four children lives with a parent struggling with SUD, often alongside co-occurring mental health challenges (SAMHSA, 2023).
Supporting families
Parents are stretched thin, with one-third reporting high stress levels, significantly more than non-parents (APA, 2024). Workplaces are also deeply affected: OSHA reports that 65%–83% of employees suffer job-related stress, contributing to an estimated 120,000 deaths annually (CDC, 2021). Yet despite the enormity of these challenges, nearly half of those in need do not receive treatment or support (NIMH, 2023).
Our Vision
We envision a world where every person—regardless of background, income, or life circumstances—has the opportunity and support to live a resilient, fulfilling, and connected life. A world where emotional well-being and self-care are not luxuries but essentials, and where practical, evidence-informed tools for mental wellness and personal growth are accessible to all.
What We Do
At TRI Wisdom Institute™, we provide practical, inclusive, and evidence-informed programs that help individuals, families, and communities cultivate resilience, mental and emotional well-being, and a meaningful life.
Inclusion
At the heart of our mission is a strong commitment to accessibility. We believe that no one should be excluded from the opportunity to build a meaningful and resilient life due to financial barriers. As a nonprofit, we offer our training and resources on a sliding scale basis and offer scholarships, ensuring our programs are available to anyone motivated to participate—regardless of economic status.
