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We’re a not-for-profit organisation helping people achieve greater well-being and improved mental health through research-based mindfulness.

We partner with the University of Oxford to develop programmes combining mindfulness and psychological science. We collaborate with a number of international organisations to achieve our vision of a world in which there is universal access to mindfulness and a greater understanding and acceptability of the impact of mindful behaviour.

19/06/2026

“What do you think is the biggest misconception people have about mindfulness?”

Explore fundamental questions like these as you connect with Mark Williams and Danny Penman!

We’re excited to share more about your chance to engage with the leading thinkers behind the book that has become a foundational text in the mindfulness field.

Reflecting on ‘Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World’, following its republishing this year, join Mark and Danny at an in-person guest speaker event in Oxford, UK, to discuss how their new remaster adapts to 2026.

We’ll explore the wider themes of mindfulness for ill-health, mindfulness in the mainstream and misconceptions, and how meditation can help us navigate troubling times with a sense of hope, anticipation, and even vigour.

Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to ask Mark and Danny your questions in a live Q&A, meet the authors, and have your book signed.

📍 Location: Worcester College, Oxford, UK
📅 Date: Thursday 15 October 2026
🕡 Time: 18:15 – 22:30 UK Time

Join the conversation and reserve your place via the link in the comments.

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Mindfulness: Finding Peace in a Frantic World

18/06/2026

“Is the world more frantic now than when ‘Finding Peace in a Frantic World’ was written?” 🌍

The teachings in Mark Williams and Danny Penman’s seminal title are timeless. ‘Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World’ has formed the basis for thousands of mindfulness courses, underpinned research trials, and has been practically applied to healthcare, education and businesses operations worldwide.

Now, 15 years after publication, the book has been thoughtfully brought into 2026. Modernised for landscape shaped by constant connectivity, division, and chaos, the remastering of the work subtly reflects the world we live in now and the people we are today, adapting to help us find peace in a modern, frantic world.

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If ‘Finding Peace in a Frantic World’ as a book or course has resonated with your teaching or practice, we’d love to invite you to celebrate the book’s relaunch at an in-person event taking place in Oxford, UK on 15 October 2026.

Explore more via our website.

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Mindfulness: Finding Peace in a Frantic World

17/06/2026

📖 Was there anything that surprised authors, Mark Williams and Danny Penman, when remastering ‘Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Frantic World’ 15 years after its original publication?

To celebrate the next chapter of this foundational work, we’re delighted to announce that the authors will be hosting an in-person guest speaker event, taking place in Oxford at Worcester College, UK on 15 October, 18:15 – 22:30 UK Time. We’d love you to join us!

Mark and Danny will answer questions from the audience about the revised edition of the book as well as share insights on how mindfulness can help us navigate troubling times with a sense of hope.

We’d love you to join us. Find out more via the link in the comments.

Mindfulness: Finding Peace in a Frantic World

16/06/2026

📢 Call for Poster Presentations! 📢

Are you working on impactful projects or innovative research in mindfulness?

We invite you to share your work at our Poster Presentation Evening during this year’s Annual Gathering, taking place Tuesday 22 September at St. Hugh’s College, Oxford, UK.

This is your opportunity to showcase your work, connect with peers, and contribute to the wider mindfulness community.

We’re accepting submissions in two categories:

• Impact posters: Sharing practical applications of mindfulness in real-world settings

• Research posters: Academic and research-based work in the field

With a deadline of 16 August 2026, submissions will be reviewed for relevance, quality, and value to the community.

Submit your poster via the link below.

15/06/2026

Everyone has their own motivation for teacher training with us at Oxford Mindfulness - what's yours?

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With just two weeks until applications close for our September cohort, we've been inspired by the range of backgrounds reflected in this year's applications.

From experiences in healthcare, education, workplace and beyond, applicants all bring different perspectives, but share a common aspiration to share their mindfulness with their community.

Reading each application is a reminder that there is no single path to teacher training.

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If you’ve not submitted your application yet, we’d love to hear your story. The application deadline for our September cohort is Wednesday 1 July. Apply today or come along to our online Information Session today Monday 15 June 2026 18:30 UK Time. Link below.

10/06/2026

Considering if our 12-Month Teacher Training Programme could be your next step?

Nothing speaks louder than the voices of our brilliant alumni community.

Our programme, in their own words:
“world-class”
“intellectually rigorous”
“scientific”
“inspired“
“life-changing”
“deep learning”

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Our next cohort starts Wednesday 30 September!

If you’ve ever considered training to bring mindfulness to your community why not join our Director of Teaching & Training, Claire Kelly, for a free Information Session to hear about our programme.

👉 Taking place Monday 15 June, 18:30-19:30 (UK Time), there’ll be space for you to ask your questions in a live Q&A ahead of the 30 July application deadline.

Book your space via the link below.

09/06/2026

🔎 We’re pleased to read a study from researchers at Tianjin Anding Hospital, China:

“Mindfulness-based intervention for patients with generalized anxiety disorder”

Their randomised controlled trial suggests that an 8-week mindfulness-based intervention, in conjunction with medical treatment, “is effective in not only reducing anxiety symptoms but also enhancing mindfulness skills, improving sleep quality, ameliorating negative cognitive biases, and boosting psychosocial functioning” in patients with generalised anxiety disorder.

“These results advocate for the integration of such evidence-based mindfulness programs into routine clinical pathways for anxiety disorders to promote a more holistic and functional recovery.”

Read the study via the link below.

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Working in a clinical setting and interested in bringing mindfulness into patient care? Our 12-Month Teacher Training Programme is tailored for clinical as well as educational, community or workplace environments, and will help you develop the skills, competencies, and confidence to teach mindfulness in your professional context.

Visit our website to find out more.

08/06/2026

📚Mark Williams joins us at ‘Between the Lines’!

We warmly invite you to join our upcoming Between the Lines sessions, where we will explore Mark’s inspiring keynote ’Passing the torch', which headlined at our 2025 Annual Gathering.

• Community Session: Wednesday 17 June 2026, 15:00 – 15:45 (UK time)

• Author Session with Mark: Wednesday 24 June 2026, 15:00 – 15:45 (UK time)

💬 The first session is a facilitated community discussion to reflect on the keynote, share insights, and explore questions together. Themes from this session will then be brought into a live conversation with Mark in the second session. You’ll be provided with a recording of the keynote in advance.

💫 This online series is part of our work to build strong, connected, mindful communities. For Oxford Mindfulness members, participation is included as part of your membership.

Non-members are warmly invited to join our Members’ Programme or register for this event with a small admin fee.

Book your place via the link below.

05/06/2026

📊 Research blog: Can mindfulness improve romantic relationships?

In our latest blog, Andreas Voldstad, DPhil candidate in Psychiatry at the University of Oxford, examines the role of mindfulness in romantic relationships, drawing on his systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials, as well as ongoing empirical research.

“Mindfulness can influence how we relate to our thoughts, emotions, and impulses. This in turn might influence what we experience and how we behave with the people in our lives. When we are present, it’s possible to connect with each other.”

Read his summary on current and emerging findings in the field via the link below.

👥 Be part of the science

Andreas is currently seeking participants for his new study examining the day-to-day experiences of mindfulness and close relationships. Find out more via the link below.

04/06/2026

🤔 Wondering if you're ready to train to teach mindfulness?

As an internationally recognised, evidence-based programme, we're delighted to invite applications for our 12-month training from people across a broad range of backgrounds.

If you think you're a good fit, we'd love to hear from you.

❓Questions?
If you'd like to learn more about our entry criteria or any aspect of the training, join us at our Information Session on Monday 15 June 2026, 18:30-19:30 (UK Time) via the link below.

📝 Ready to apply?
The application deadline is 30 June. We look forward to hearing from you.

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