Brynn is the Advancement & Communications Manager at the Mind & Life Institute. She has a BS in Zoology from the University of New Hampshire and is pursuing her MA in Science Writing from Johns Hopkins University. She believes in the power of narrative to communicate science to the public, and her writing has appeared in Earth Island Journal, Hakai Magazine, Popular Science, and She Explores, among others. Outside of nonprofit storytelling and development, Brynn enjoys photography, hikes with her dog, and planning road trips and adventures overseas.
Mind & Life Connections
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A Social Affair: How Meditation Benefits Ripple Through Romantic Relationships
Brynn Pedrick • October 10, 2024
Topics: Interconnection | Mindfulness | Self & Other
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Digital Immersion, Technology Use, and Teens: How Can Mindfulness Help?
Brynn Pedrick • May 22, 2024
Topics: Education | Mental Health | Mindfulness
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Sharing the Power of Nature-Based Contemplative Practices for Inner Peace and Collective Well-Being
Brynn Pedrick • November 13, 2023
Topics: Education | Environment | Stress & Resilience
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Can Loving Kindness Meditation Strengthen Social Connectedness? One Researcher Seeks to Find Out.
Brynn Pedrick • August 15, 2023
Topics: Compassion & Empathy | Interconnection | Self & Other
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Finding Meaning in Challenging Times: New Mind & Life Strategy Aims to Engage and Support Young Adults
Brynn Pedrick • March 22, 2023
Topics: Interconnection | Social Change | Stress & Resilience
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In Your Dreams: One Mind & Life Grantee Has Big Hopes for Exploring the Past and Future of Tibetan Dream Yoga
Brynn Pedrick • March 13, 2023
Topics: Brain & Cognitive Science | Contemplative Wisdom | Mental Health
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Contemplative Researchers Seek to Leverage Power of Technology for Well-being
Brynn Pedrick • December 18, 2022
Topics: Body-based Practices | Interconnection | Mental Health
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“The Time for the Lone Wolf is Over:” Coming Together and Facing Eco-Anxiety
Brynn Pedrick • August 12, 2022
Topics: Environment | Interconnection | Mindfulness
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Connection and Creativity Inspire Jessie and Richard Benjamin to Support Mind & Life
Brynn Pedrick • July 15, 2022
Topics: Contemplative Wisdom | Environment | Social Change
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Stepping Back to Reflect: Mind & Life Leadership Explores Racial Histories
Brynn Pedrick • December 9, 2021
Topics: Interconnection | Mindfulness | Self & Other
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Grant Jones: Showing Up Fully Through Music and Mindfulness
Brynn Pedrick • August 16, 2021
Topics: Body-based Practices | Mental Health | Mindfulness | Social Change
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The Hollywood Compassion Coalition: An Idea Whose Time Has Come
Brynn Pedrick • April 22, 2021
Topics: Compassion & Empathy | Interconnection
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Mind & Life Impact Story: Bringing Mindfulness to Utah Public Schools
Brynn Pedrick • April 5, 2020
Topics: Education | Mental Health | Mindfulness
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PEACE Grant Named in Honor of Samuel B. Hanser
Brynn Pedrick • February 7, 2020
Topics: Compassion & Empathy | Interconnection