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There has been a significant growth in research and public interest in mindfulness interventions, which teach a capacity to be more open and receptive to present moment experience. In this presentation I will talk about some of the initial randomized controlled trials of mindfulness interventions for health, and my program of research which explores the biological and behavioral mechanisms linking mindfulness interventions with health. In particular, I will describe the promise for acceptance and equanimity skills in driving the benefits of mindfulness interventions. Discussion will focus on new research and clinical treatment opportunities with mindfulness interventions.