Mindfulness Meditation is valuable for those who are looking for new ways of dealing with stress. The DeForge Practice incorporates Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), a proven method for reducing stress. In addition, learning to be still and present is a key component of wellness and growth in the spiritual life. It is also proven to be quite helpful in terms of health benefits, especially cardiovascular and in healing and deepening relationships, and in terms of  practical decision-making. Private meditation groups that incorporate instruction and guided mediation are available within community settings and also available one-on-one.