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10 Things Every Meditator Should Know

A TM Primer and Quiz

When’s the best time to meditate? What’s the best position to sit in for TM practice? Is it possible to meditate even in a noisy place? What if I get sleepy? Why is the TM technique so easy compared to other techniques? What support is there after I take the course? I started TM to reduce stress—what’s the deal with “enlightenment”? Find Answers & Take the Quiz ►

TMEvents.org

September 10, 2021

Celebrate National Yoga Month! Treat Body and Mind to Balance with Maharishi Yoga Asanas

Join us for Maharishi YogaSM classes online on Fridays at 5:00 p.m. ET and/or Sundays at 11:00 a.m. ET, followed by a group meditation.

MIU.edu

September 10, 2021

Largest Student Entry in 50-Year History of Maharishi International University

Many universities are experiencing declining enrollment, but MIU just announced a 51 percent increase from Fall 2020 • 805 total students marks MIU’s biggest entry ever • Some of the most popular programs include a B.A. and an M.S. in Ayurveda, and a Master’s in Software Development

Enlightenment Series

September 9, 2021

The Ultimate Stage of Personal Growth: Supreme Enlightenment in Unity Consciousness

“Unity is complete enlightenment, the spontaneous uncontrived ability to look at nature and the entire creation from the perspective of Wholeness,” writes Tony Nader, M.D., Ph.D., M.A.R.R., in this excerpt from his new best-selling book. Dr. Nader is the global leader of the teaching of Transcendental Meditation and related programs by 120 nonprofit organizations around the world.

Maharishi

September 7, 2021

Harmony of Differences and Waves of Bliss—the Most Highly Evolved State of Human Existence | 24:08

In this historic talk from 1970, TM Founder Maharishi Mahesh Yogi explains the growth of the ultimate state of enlightenment: “Unity dominates in perception, in thinking, in action, and this is what is called behaving in Unity—walking and talking and perceiving, experiencing all in terms of Unity.”

Maharishi

September 5, 2021

Historic Video: Buckminster Fuller and Maharishi Mahesh Yogi | 51:58

R. Buckminster Fuller discusses his perspective on the importance of Maharishi’s teaching of the TM technique for the progress of Western society at their 1971 talk at the University of Massachusetts. Bob Roth, David Lynch Foundation CEO, and TM Talks host Mario Orsatti share video highlights of this significant meeting.

Helping Others

August 29, 2021

Helping a Country Suffering from the Trauma of War: The Armenia Recovery Now Project | 50:05

Greg Monokian and Rouzanna Vardanyan discuss the experience of helping a country recover from the trauma of war through the TM program. In coordination with national and provincial governments and NGOs, they and other TM teachers are bringing relief to the Armenian people after years of regional conflict.

TM in the News

September 28, 2016

The Fascinating Science behind How TM Practice Transforms Mind and Body | 16:40

Quantum physicist Dr. John Hagelin takes us on a journey of mind/body health and the compelling science behind personal transformation.

Vedic Knowledge

June 29, 2019

Balance Your Hormones, Rejuvenate Your Brain

Should you take hormones or not? With cutting-edge science and ancient Ayurvedic wisdom, Dr. Nancy Lonsdorf explains the latest findings and natural approaches in this excerpt from her new book, The Healthy Brain Solution for Women Over Forty.

TM in the News

July 26, 2017

Wall Street Journal: Transcendental Meditation for Everyone

From WSJ to Parade, from People to Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee, the power of the TM technique to change lives is a popular topic in the media.

Science & Research

December 9, 2019

14 Studies Show TM to Be an Effective First-Line Treatment for PTSD

A new white paper compiling 14 studies shows the TM technique significantly reduces PTSD symptoms and related conditions like depression, anxiety, and substance abuse, works quickly and safely, and is relatively inexpensive, making it a viable treatment for veterans with PTSD.

Related Programs

September 23, 2015

Revitalize Your Meditation with a TM Refresher Course 

TM Refresher Courses provide the  knowledge and experience necessary to re-establish easy, effortless TM practice. Contact your local TM Center to find out when the next one will be held. You’ll find answers to all your questions, enjoy a group checking, and review the mechanics of correct TM practice.

Vedic Knowledge

July 17, 2020

Experiencing the Self

“That true Self is the Self that we are now discovering. When we discover that Self, we find that it is unbounded. It is absolute. It is infinite,” writes Tony Nader, M.D., Ph.D., M.A.R.R., neuroscientist and renowned expert in human development. Learn more in this essay from DrTonyNader.com, a platform to explore consciousness and the growth of human potential.

“If we expose our system to this profound rest every day at the same time, then the cycle of rest and activity and freshness gets established. All effort should be made to be regular in meditation.” —Maharishi Mahesh Yogi

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Personal Growth

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Science & Research

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Better Health

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Better Health

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Enlightenment Series

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Personal Growth

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Helping Others

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