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 peace, 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 MARCH 5th
Befriending Peace in Daily Life
WHO
This offering is suitable for anyone ages 18 and older who is interested in practicing mindfulness to reduce stress and cultivate greater balance, joy, and well-being in daily life, including:
Beginners who wish to explore the many benefits of mindfulness and meditation
Experienced practitioners seeking deeper connection and practice within a supportive community
Older adults interested in supporting healthy aging and enhancing connection and well-being
Those curious about the benefits of practicing in a small-group setting
SCHEDULE
February 2026
Thursdays, 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM CST (8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT)
4 sessions – February 5, 12, 19, 26
March 2026 - REGISTER HERE
Thursdays, 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM CST (8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT)
4 sessions – March 5, 12, 19, 26
LOCATION
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 Four Sessions
Four 75-minute small-group sessions on 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
Each week, participants gather online in a small, dedicated group with an experienced mentor to explore themes that invite deeper reflection and apply evidence-based mindfulness and heart practices that cultivate valuable inner resources.
Explore and experience a range of time-honored practices shared in a secular format
Practice reflection and guided meditation, and share practice insights
Cultivate more mindful attention, compassion, connection, intentional joy and emotional balance
Discover tools to reduce stress and experience greater ease and well-being
Each session gently will guide you to reconnect with the most loving, wise, and resourceful part of yourself and expand innate capacities that support human flourishing. With regular practice, 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
To create a welcoming and supportive space for everyone, small-group participants are requested to honor the following guidelines:
Arrive on time and do your best to attend all sessions (barring illness or emergencies).
Notify the mentor in advance if you’re 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 what others share in the group.
Remember that this group 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