The program
The Transcendental Meditation (TM) program is a simple, effortless mental procedure practiced 15 to 20 minutes twice a day, sitting comfortably with the eyes closed.
Introduced more than 50 years ago by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the technique has been learned by six million people of all ages, religions, and professions. More than 600 scientific research studies have been conducted on the benefits of the TM technique at 250 independent universities and medical schools, and published in leading, peer-reviewed scientific journals. During TM practice, the active mind settles down naturally to quieter and quieter levels of the thinking process until the individual experiences the source of thought—the most settled, yet fully awake state of awareness, also called “pure consciousness.” As the mind settles down, the body also settles down and gains a state of rest and relaxation that is deeper than the deepest part of deep sleep. This unique state of “restful alertness” eliminates stress and fatigue and is the basis for increased creativity and intelligence, improved health, and improved relations with others.
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