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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 ►

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.

Better Health

August 22, 2021

Healing America: How Meditation Can Help Government Leaders and the Country As a Whole | 53:28

U.S. Congressman Tim Ryan (OH-13), a leader in the House of Representatives, shares how meditation can help us meet today’s challenges: “Let’s take some time, 20 minutes twice a day, to go inward. That’s the call—the journey inward. That meets the moment more than anything.” This encore episode originally aired July 12, 2020.

Full Stories

May 22, 2015

Growing Older, Feeling Ageless

“I am biologically 92 years old but feel ageless—it is just a number. Age does not come to me. I am comfortable living in the present and not worried about the future.”—Helen Boyce. Enjoy the experiences of other meditators.

Education

November 10, 2018

Maharishi School Ranked #1 on 3 Fronts | 2:44

This best-in-Iowa independent school—where students excel in success, self-awareness, and happiness—bases its educational curriculum on the practice of the TM technique. See students’ creativity in action in two of their videos!

Education

June 5, 2018

Disruptors for Good Inspire a New Generation | 2:01

Father Gabriel Mejía, the “Mother Teresa of Colombia.” Iconic filmmaker David Lynch. Art Not War founders, Laura Dawn and Daron Murphy. Gang recovery activist Barry “Ra” Frye. Chicago school founder Nakisha Hobbs. Combat veteran and leader in post-traumatic growth Dusty Baxley… Innovators share how to change the world for the better.

Helping Others

May 25, 2017

Kennedy Center Benefit for 10,000 Veterans and At-Risk Youth, June 5

Proceeds from this star-studded benefit concert will help the David Lynch Foundation teach Transcendental Meditation® (TM) to 10,000 combat veterans, victims of domestic violence, and underserved youth in Washington, D.C.

Education

December 22, 2016

A University Where Everyone Meditates?

Did you know Maharishi International University is an accredited university where all students, faculty, and staff practice the Transcendental Meditation technique? Find out more about advancing your inner and outer growth at this uniquely positive university.

Creativity & the Arts

October 3, 2017

Tom Hanks and Mary-Louise Parker Lead TM for Veterans Benefit, Oct. 18 | 4:06

Two celebrated actors head benefit dinner and conversation about TM, creativity, and life to help teach TM to 1,000 veterans with PTS and TBI.

“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

Personal Growth

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Personal Growth

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Science & Research

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Better Health

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Better Health

The Benefits of Regular, Twice-Daily Meditation

Enlightenment Series

Cosmic Consciousness—Living the Fullness of Inner Silence and Bliss 24 Hours a Day

Personal Growth

20 Places to Meditate on the Go

Helping Others

Celebrating 50 Years of Teaching TM in African American Communities, 1969–2019

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