Discovering the Unity in All Things

Adile Esen, Ph.D., shares how she learned ways to enrich her experiences and find greater happiness and success on the path to enlightenment. “I would be walking and talking, and at the same time feel great wholeness and oneness—a sense of total unity with everything around me,” she writes.

Why Didn’t I Do This 20 Years Ago?

“After just a few days of practicing TM, I noticed I was sleeping better, gaining greater insight into my studies, and felt calmer, less anxious, and more cheerful. I was filled with love for life, and just more relaxed,” says Edward Nydle.

Trekking 1000s of Miles with TM

“I am 68 years old and have gone back to being an avid trekker,” writes Ted Stekkinger. “I realized that you are never too old to go after your dreams, and my Transcendental Meditation practice has helped me realize those dreams.”

What Saved My Sanity

Christian Dior executive Donna Hauser writes, “If I could think of one way to describe my initial encounter with the TM technique, it was a peace and a ‘slowing down’ that I never thought I could allow myself. Who has time to add one more task to an already chaotic life? We all do. And we must. By starting TM, I allowed and gave myself room to breathe.”

The Only Thing That Helps Me Through as a Caregiver

“The calm and the deep peace, the deep rest, the comfort and consolation, the relief and release, the emotional stability, and the motivation of my Transcendental Meditation practice,” writes Bruce Merchant.

The Best Thing I Ever Did for Myself

Steven Budnick: “After my first meditation and the TM course, I knew I was hooked for life. It’s 39 years later, and I still make sure I get my two meditations in each day…” (Read more)

One of My Top 3 Decisions

Larry Comp: “Like many of us, I grew up in a dysfunctional family. I suffered from a great deal of stress, struggled with grades, and had a very bad temper. One summer vacation, I was working night crew, stocking grocery shelves with one of my buddies… He told me that he did TM, which I had never heard of…” (Read more)

A Dive into Myself, a Source of Inspiration, a Rediscovery

“It’s a deep search or even better, a rediscovery. It really seems like things have been there a long time waiting for me to ‘come back’!” writes Maria Di Donna about her TM practice.

A Childhood Dream Realized

John Miller, a Vietnam-era veteran, shares his long-sought awakening to bliss: “a sweet, tender mood; softness; nearly brought tears. Felt like who I am. Just what I’d sought for decades.”

Connecting with the Calm, Inner Self

Hugh Jackman: “Every day during meditation, I’m reconnecting with my true self… Meditation makes me see what’s true and real…” (Read more)

Such a Life-Changer in Such a Short Time

D.M.: “Life has been a lot less stressful. Actually, I notice I have little to no stress… My mind seems clear, and I really don’t feel anxious anymore. You probably hear things like this all of the time, but for me this is a miracle!” (Read more)

Forever Grateful