exploring human adaptability
We create spaces to explore being human.
A transdisciplanary think and do lab exploring awareness and adaptability.
Research. Dialogue. Collaboration. Offerings. Insights.
Basically, we help people become better humans.
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All human experience includes
change, difference, and uncertainty.
The adaptive capacities
to meet these challenges can be strengthened.
Studies and insights on
human adaptive capacity
Explore BEING HUMAN
WAYS WE BUILD
HUMAN ADAPTIVE CAPACITY
MEET DR. JENNIFER KAI LYNNE
The founder of the YOULAB and its sister company
The Contact Project, Dr. Lynne is a human development specialist in the psycho-physiological aspects of human flourishing, healthy systems, and personal development.
Drawing from the intersections of neuroscience, systems thinking, and human adaptability, she developed the Engaged Identity™ approach as a practice to increase awareness of the mind-body connection through cognitive, spiritual and somatic practices.
A NEW WAY OF BEING
Recent reviews of Kai and the YOULAB
It's been incredible working with Kai.
She's supported me through difficult life events, but more than that she helped me to move through the world differently.
I can't recommend her enough.
JEAN CHRISTIAN
My five day Personal Immersion with Kai was incredible. 40+ hours of coaching and personal attention that would have taken 4-5 months with a traditional coaching program, and I had the space to test drive living the life I want to create.
ZAITOONA
She's the real deal. Her authenticity and deep love for humanity is a guide post in my life. What has working with her done for me? I'm navigating life's inevitable changes with more grace and understanding - and joy!
JEFFERY
More than self-care practices, Kai worked with me to expand my own sense of safety and security. It was in me and she guided my journey to grow stronger.
EMMANUELLE
I've been working with Kai for the last 5 months and my weekly time with her is part of my self-care foundation. It keeps me committed to myself and my personal development.
JOHN
My 3 day Personal Immersion with Kai helped me to ground myself and reconnect with my courage and sense of self when my life was rapidly changing. An experience of a lifetime!
EUN-SEONG
This woman's wisdom! Patience, humor, and deep compassion. Even in my most difficult moments, she guided me to connect with an appreciation for just being alive.
ANTHONY
I loved how Kai works, integrating nature, movement, and deep listening in her work.
She helped me trust my feelings, act with courage, learn new things, and have some fun.
HELEN
I wanted to take some time for a reset to focus on what comes next. My Personal Immersion was the best thing I did to give myself a chance to really listen to what life was trying to teach me.
ANDREW
She guided me to new paths, opened doors I didn't know existed, and, most of all, reminded me of the value of my own qualities. She stood by my side unwavering in her support, pushing me forward when I hesitated, believing in me when I doubted.