The Orientation on Being Program: A Prospective Pilot Study Comparing Its Results With the Standard Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program.
Psychol Rep July 20, 2026 DOI: 10.1177/00332941261463476 (opens in new tab) via PubMed
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractA prospective pilot study compared the Orientation on Being Program (OBP) with the standard Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program. The results suggest that OBP may be a viable alternative to MBSR, showing comparable improvements in mindfulness and well-being among participants. Both programs led to reductions in stress and anxiety, with no significant differences between the two groups. The study indicates that OBP could offer similar benefits to MBSR, potentially providing another effective option for mindfulness-based interventions.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Prospective pilot study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Interventions | Orientation on Being Program Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction |
| Key finding | The Orientation on Being Program showed comparable improvements in mindfulness and well-being to the standard Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction program. |
Abstract
The Orientation on Being Program: A Prospective Pilot Study Comparing Its Results With the Standard Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program.