Translating Complexity Into Communication
Mind Body Ecology Institute
Mind Body Ecology Institute works at the intersection of health and wellness, education, and environmental sustainability. Its mission is deeply layered, weaving Western science and humanities with Indigenous wisdom, contemplative practice, and nature-based mindfulness to help people cultivate resilience, compassion, and a sense of interdependence with the living world.
SUNSEV Creative partnered with Mind Body Ecology Institute to support brand refinement, messaging clarity, and donor-facing communications. The resulting brochure helped translate a rich, multidimensional mission into materials that felt accessible, credible, and aligned with the organization’s values.
“We absolutely love working with Briana at SUNSEV Creative. She brought warmth, professionalism, and wonderful creativity to our fundraising and marketing brochure at the Mind Body Ecology Institute. Her design vision was vibrant and fresh, and her strategic guidance was quite helpful in clarifying and amplifying our message. Briana listens deeply and brings ideas to life with joy, precision, and flair – the whole experience working with her has felt like a fun collaborative project. The brochure has been well received in the community, and we plan to continue working with her on projects. We highly recommend her to anyone looking to infuse their brand with beauty, meaning, and soul.”
— Blake Hestir, Executive Director of Mind Body Ecology Institute
Why This Work MattersOrganizations need strategy that honors complexity.
For Mind Body Ecology Institute, this work was about making deeply held values visible and understandable — translating layered ideas into communication that invites connection rather than confusion. By supporting leaders doing meaningful, nuanced work and helping make complex ideas accessible, strategic design becomes an act of stewardship. It allows organizations to focus on impact, knowing their story is being told with care, clarity, and intention. If your organization carries a powerful mission that’s hard to distill, thoughtful strategy and design can help bridge the gap between meaning and understanding. Let’s start a conversation about how your work is communicated.