Young Adult Resilience Initiative (YARI)
Young Adult Resilience Initiative
The Quick Calm
The Toolkit
Safety & Values
The Impact Dashboard
The Light of Zen Institute introduces YARI, a structured, evidence-informed meditation program designed to transform modern pressures into opportunities for lasting growth.
Today’s young adults face a documented crisis. In 2023, 37% of U.S. high school students reported persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness—the highest rate on record. Meanwhile, young adults report the highest stress levels nationally.
YARI equips those aged 16–22 with a toolkit of reflection, presence, and self-regulation skills through research-proven meditation practices.
We are a non-religious 501(c)(3) organization founded by experienced Zen meditation practitioners with backgrounds in psychology, education, and science.
Tailored Mindfulness Tools for Every Stage of Life
The Quick Calm
Young Adults
The Toolkit
Educators
Safety & Values
Parents
The Impact Dashboard
Your Opportunity for Charity Giving
- The Trial Cohort Fund: We are seeking $50,000 to support our inaugural trial cohort of 20 elite young musicians in Summer 2026, presented in collaboration with PYPA’s 14th Annual Piano Festival.
- Measurable Data: Success is tracked using two globally validated scales: the PSS-10 (Perceived Stress Scale) and the FFMQ (Five-Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire).
- The Goal: Outcomes data will be published to help bring this program to high schools and colleges nationwide.
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