Befriending Peace in Daily Life
Befriending Peace in Daily Life is a series of weekly sessions for anyone interested in exploring how mindfulness and meditation can be powerful tools for grounding and connection in everyday life.
Whether you're new to mindfulness and meditation, or an experienced practitioner looking to deepen your practice through community, these sessions offer a welcoming space to experience evidence-based mindfulness and heart practices—alongside others who are intentional about cultivating more presence, connection and well-being in daily life.
Four weekly sessions are offered each month. Participants register for the four sessions at the start of the month. Those who wish to continue practicing in a group are welcome to register in subsequent months.
NEW GROUP STARTS OCTOBER 7TH
Befriending Peace in Daily Life
WHO
This series is suitable for adults (ages 18+) interested in mindfulness, including:
Beginners looking to explore the many benefits of mindfulness and meditation
Experienced practitioners seeking deeper connection in community
Anyone looking to navigate life’s challenges with less stress and more grounding
Older adults seeking to support healthy aging and overall well-being
Anyone interested in exploring the benefits of practicing in a small-group
SCHEDULE
October 2025 (Starts October 7th)
Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM CST
4 weekly sessions – October 7-28, 2025
November 2025 (Starts November 4th)
Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM CST
4 weekly sessions – November 4-25, 2025
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LOCATION
All sessions are held online via Zoom - Join from anywhere.
Participants receive a link to join before the first session.
REGISTRATION & FEES
$80.00 – Series of 4 Group Sessions
Sessions are 75-minutes long and held weekly via Zoom.
Each group is limited to 9 spots and registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
NOTE: This group does not provide clinical support or counseling and is not a substitute for psychotherapy. In some cases, individuals may be advised to consult a clinician before participating in mindfulness practice.
FOR ORGANIZATIONS
Email denise@befriendingpeace.com to learn about workshops and customizable program options.
What to Expect
Befriending Peace in Daily Life offers a welcoming online space to gather weekly with a dedicated small group and an experienced mentor. Together, we’ll explore time-honored practices shared in a secular, inclusive format.
Each week, participants will:
Explore and experience a range of mindfulness and heart practices
Practice meditation and inner reflection using different themes
Cultivate awareness, acceptance, self-compassion and connection
Discover tools to reduce stress, skillfully navigate challenges, and support well-being
Create a safe and meaningful experience for each other by honoring group agreements
Each session will guide you to re-connect with your innate capacity for presence and the most loving, wise, and resourceful part of yourself. As you develop a regular practice, you’ll cultivate and expand your capacities for awareness, insight, kindness and compassion, and you’ll notice some of the well-documented benefits of these time-honored practices, including:
Improved ability to regulate attention and be more present
Lower levels of stress and anxiety
Navigate challenging situations with less reactivity and more clarity
Deeper connection to yourself and healthier connections with others
Greater sense of fulfillment and purpose
Increased emotional and overall well-being
For more about how mindfulness supports well-being, visit our Resources page.
Group Agreements
Befriending Peace group participants are requested to honor the following guidelines to create a welcoming and supportive space for all.
Arrive on time and commit to being present at all six sessions (barring illness or emergencies).
Notify the mentor in advance if unable to attend a session.
Listen respectfully to each participant’s sharing and avoid probing someone else’s story.
Speak from one’s own experience and refrain from offering advice.
Maintain confidentiality about all shared experiences within the group.
Understand that this is not a support group and does not provide clinical support or counseling.
“Denise and the group were definitely the highlight of my week- it was a true gift for myself - thank you so much“! – BP Group Participant