Transcendental Meditation

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. 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. According to Maharishi, the distinguishing feature of this meditation program is its lack of effort, as contrasted with techniques involving concentration, or those involving contemplation or active thinking, [3]. Maharishi describes "Maharishi's Technologies of Consciousness" (of which the Transcendental Meditation Technique is one) as being the experiential side of Maharishi Vedic Science.