What Meditators Say
“The first thing I do every morning, before I exercise and eat breakfast, is Transcendental Meditation. When I get home after a long day at the office, the first thing I do, before dinner, is Transcendental Meditation. The technique is extremely relaxing. It provides me with a practical, efficient, powerful respite from my very high level of activity. I absolutely count on it to keep me clear-headed, rested, and healthy.”
—John Zamara, M.D., a specialist in cardiology
and internal medicine, Orange County, California.
Executive Peak Performance
“The biggest challenge for an executive working in a high-stress business envronment is reducing stress so you can function at peak performance. Transcendental Meditation is a simple, effective way to do this.”
—Dale Steinbeck, President,
Rothman Furniture Stores, St. Louis, MO
Stress Buster
“Transcendental Meditation is a tremendous stress buster. It’s the most potent form of relaxation that I know of. After meditating just a few days, I noticed mental sharpness, less worry, and increased tolerance and ability to get along with people. It’s one magnificent stroke that benefits my life in so many different ways.”
—Glenn Pilling, actor
Radiate Happiness
“I’ve been practicing TM since I was 16—over 30 years. From the moment I first learned, I knew it was something I would do for my entire life. We forget that to enjoy life to its fullest, we must radiate happiness from within, regardless of outer circumstances. TM turns that inner light on, and it just has gotten brighter for me as the years have passed. I can’t think of anything I have done throughout my life that has been more valuable.”
—Bob LoPinto, investment manager
Equanimity
“I really appreciate the portability of Transcendental Meditation. I travel a lot, and I’m able to gain the benefits of meditating no matter what is happening around me. I recently was on a plane with very rambunctious children racing up and down the aisles. I just sat there enjoying my meditation. Afterwards, one of the parents came over and sat down next to me and said, ‘What are you doing? You seem so peaceful!’
“Transcendental Meditation gives you equanimity. You can move through all kinds of situations during the day, coming from a place of peace, and then impart some of that peacefulness to others.”
—Merrily Manthey, M.S.,
Director of the Institute for Executive Stress Management
Sharper Mind
“The most powerful benefit that I’ve experienced from Transcendental Meditation is that it makes my mind much sharper. It allows the haziness in my mind to be cleared away so that everything makes sense to me and connects to my own ideas. From that level it’s much easier to study, and every subject that I study has a much more penetrating effect. I can’t imagine being a student without it.
“I’ve also found that once I have that clarity, all good things in life are drawn to me. When I’m feeling clear and the stress is gone, everything just naturally supports me and comes my way.”
—Jennie Rothenberg, a National Merit Scholar and professional writer
Successful Decision-Making
“For me the experience of settled inner wakefulness and expanded awareness during Transcendental Meditation is the real foundation for successful decision-making. After meditating I have the mental clarity and alertness for laser-like focus on the details and, at the same time, for broad comprehension so I don’t get lost in the details. I find myself continuously growing in insight and intuition, as well as in the ability to focus and analyze.
“In my experience, if you can have those qualities together at the same time, you’re going to make the right decisions—not only for your own success, but for the progress and well-being of others. Over my years in business, Transcendental Meditation has been a real competitive advantage.”
—Steve Rubin, Chairman and CEO, United Fuels International, Inc.
We Can Give Freely
“My husband and I started meditating over thirty years ago. It was the best thing either of us ever did, aside from getting married to each other in the first place. We can give freely to each other because of the fullness we experience inside. Nothing is a sacrifice when you have that deep silence within.”
—Anne T. Henderson, education policy consultant
Patience and Perspective
“I raised three children of my own and often cared for one or two others. I found that the rejuvenation I gained from my afternoon meditation allowed me to deal with the demands of late afternoon, dinner and bedtime with the same energy and ease that I felt in the beginning of the day. Children who came to play at our house would tell their parents that that they, too, should learn TM.
“Now, my 89-year-old mother, who has Alzheimer’s, is living with us. I’m grateful for the patience and perspective I gain from my TM practice.”
—Rebecca Pollack, mother, real estate manager
Benefits Came Without Effort
“The TM program has enriched my whole life, mentally, physically, and spiritually. Mentally there is less noise, less unnecessary thoughts cluttering my mind. This silence in my mind enables me to know who I am, which is accompanied by in a deep unshakable state of peace, security, confidence, energy, bliss and fulfillment.
“Physically, I am healthier and more in tune with my body. I have a limitless supply of energy. I’m never tired. I sleep well and feel great. And my practice of TM has unfolded a greater understanding and appreciation of the intelligence that so beautifully orchestrates the entire universe.
“The best part is that all these benefits came without any effort on my side to try to change. I just meditated and lived my life. To me this is the best testimony about the effectiveness of the TM program.”
—Barbara Robson
Tolerance and Patience
“About 10 years ago my career as a builder was at a low point. Too much stress! I learned TM and found that my creativity improved, and my tolerance and patience for others expanded dramatically. Best of all, my love for building homes for families came back full force.”
—Randall S. Billings, construction project manager
Creativity and Joy
“As an architect and developer, my profession can be very challenging and stressful. My daily practice of the TM technique allows me to draw on deep reserves of creativity and joy. It gives me the clarity, problem-solving ability, and flexibility to find opportunities in every business climate and fulfillment in every project. I love my life and I credit my good fortune to TM.”
—Richard Bialosky, architect, developer
Quicker Reflexes
“The benefit from my TM program is that I always feel well-rested and never exhausted. This keeps my mind sharp. Almost immediately after learning to meditate I noticed that I had much quicker reflexes, which helps me in sports. Where I used to drop things, now I’m there waiting to catch the thing before it even falls.”
—Nathaniel Levin
Immediate Benefit
“Throughout childhood I suffered from a recurring illness which the doctors said was stress related. As a law student I began the practice of the Transcendental Meditation technique and found immediate benefit. My health improved immeasurably.
“The practice of the TM program has also allowed me to deal effectively with the stress and pressure inherent in the practice of law. I’ve been able to overcome the challenges of my youth and lead a healthy and active life.”
—Leonard A. Goldman, attorney
Able to Accomplish More
“I began the TM technique during my first year at college, and enjoyed increased clarity, energy, happiness and self-confidence right from the start. I was able to accomplish more than ever before, and had more fun doing it, too! The benefits have continued throughout the years. I wish all my students would start TM!”
—James J. Balakier Ph. D., university faculty member
Homework Is Easier
“As a high school student with a jam-packed schedule, fitting in my homework is a tremendous challenge—second only to squeezing in some sleep. Many of my friends are also sleep deprived; even in their waking hours, homework goes slowly because they’re so fatigued. I feel so fortunate to have TM—a technique that gives me the energy and mental clarity I need to accomplish my daily tasks with efficiency and ease. The 20 mintues I put into TM twice a day are repayed many times over in the hours I save as a result.”
—Joanna Ariel Skeath, 16-year-old high school student
Support of Nature
“I notice that I get support of nature from meditating. Meditating regularly just seems to make things work out in school, family, and every day life. This makes life easier and more enjoyable.”
—George Beichert, 16-year-old high school student
