A form of meditation, also known as TM, that involves the mental repetition of a mantra. Traditionally, you can only receive a mantra from a teacher, one who knows you and your particular needs. Transcendental Meditation was founded by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in the late 1960's, whose most famous disciples were The Beatles.
a form of meditation in which the individual relaxes and repeats a sound called a mantra for two 20-minute periods a day. (218)
A technique of "meditation" brought to the Western world by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, characterized by the repetition of a sound or sacred words ("mantra").
Also called TM, Transcendental Meditation is a mantrabased form of meditation introduced to the West by the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. Today, TM is the most studied form of meditation. Over 4,000 pages in over 100 scientific journals have appeared describing scientific studies on the effects of TM.
A technique of meditation taught by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, involving the repetition of a sound or mantra.
TM. A mental technique used to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and improve quality of life. Some women affected by breast cancer practice transcendental meditation to help them manage side effects and the emotional impacts of the disease.
program is a simple, natural, effortless procedure practiced for 15–20 minutes in the morning and evening, while sitting comfortably with the eyes closed. During this technique, the individual mind settles down to transcend all mental activity and experience the simplest form of awareness, Transcendental Consciousness. The Transcendental Meditation technique opens the awareness to the infinite reservoir of energy, creativity, and intelligence that lies deep within everyone. By enlivening this most basic level of life, the Transcendental Meditation technique is that one simple procedure which can raise the life of every individual and every society to its full dignity, in which problems are absent and perfect health, happiness, and a rapid pace of progress are the natural features of life. The Transcendental Meditation technique is scientific, requiring neither specific beliefs nor adoption of a particular lifestyle. The practice does not involve any effort or concentration. People of all ages, educational backgrounds, cultures, and religions in countries throughout the world practice the technique and enjoy its wide range of benefits.
TM. A mental technique used to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and improve quality of life. Transcendental Meditation is the registered trademark of the Maharishi Foundation Ltd.
Simple means of meditation that allows you to quiet the mind through repetition of a personal mantra (word or phrase given you by an instructor) for 20 minutes once or twice a day.
Founded by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi out of Vedic traditions, this technique of simple, natural, effortless and non-religious meditation promotes deep relaxation, strengthened IQ and other health benefits through the use of a mantra.
The Transcendental Meditation technique (sometimes referred to as the TM technique) is a trademarked form of meditation introduced in 1958 by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, involving the repetition of a specific sound, called a mantra. Shear, Jonathan (2006). The Experience of Meditation, 27-28 According to Maharishi, the repetition of this sound, practiced according to specific guidelines, enables the practitioner's mind to settle down until the mental activity of ordinary waking consciousness is "transcended", and a state of restful alertness is experienced.http://www.mum.edu/tc.html Transcendental Consciousness Maharishi describes the distinguishing feature of this meditation program to be a lack of effort, as contrasted with techniques involving concentration, or those involving contemplation or active thinking, Shear, Jonathan (2006).
"Transcendental Meditation" is a song written by Brian Wilson, Mike Love and Al Jardine for the American pop band The Beach Boys. It was released on their 1968 album Friends.