What are the benefits of the TM technique?
Transcendental Meditation practice provides profound rest to both mind and body. This can dissolve deeply rooted stress in the nervous system and improve how the brain functions. After just a few minutes of TM practice people typically feel more refreshed, clear-minded, and ready for action.
“Whatever the reason we’re coming to TM practice, we’re getting the full spectrum of results for our mind and our body.”
Emily Fitz Randolph, certified TM teacher
TM practice is proven to be effective
There are over 380 original peer-reviewed and published studies on the TM technique, conducted from 1970 to the present. That is unprecedented and unique among research on specific meditation techniques.
This research shows that the TM technique provides important benefits to mental and physical health as well as emotional well-being:
- improved brain functioning
- increased energy
- enhanced creativity
- expanded awareness
- stronger cardiovascular health
- better sleep
“The ‘fight or flight’ system, which is activated by stress, is reset by TM practice.”
Fred Travis, Ph.D., psychologist and professor
What people say
about the TM technique
“My TM experience with the in person training with Vermont TM and the App Course has been an incredible and transformative experience. Janet is lovely, knowledgeable and supportive! The course is well done and easy to follow along. This is a top notch community which I highly recommend!”
Susan, November 2025, Trustpilot
Hundreds of scientific studies have proven the wide range of benefits of the TM technique
The TM technique for stress and anxiety
The Transcendental Meditation technique has been found to be one of the most effective tools to eliminate stress and reduce the problems that stress can cause: trait anxiety, depression, PTSD, poor sleep and insomnia, and more.
The TM technique for a clearer mind
With regular practice of the TM technique, we experience an expanded consciousness that enriches daily activity, resulting in a clearer mind, more creative and intelligent functioning, and increased ability to overcome challenges.
The TM technique for better health
Reducing stress has a positive effect across the entire physiology. The TM technique has been shown to improve heart function, reduce high blood pressure, result in less need for medical care, and improve immunity.
The TM technique for improved relationships
When we are calmer and more centered, we behave less reactively, with more tolerance and thoughtfulness. Studies on TM practice conducted among students, employees, active duty military and veterans, and people in prisons show improvement in relationships.
The TM technique for societal and world peace
The inner peace of individuals can raise the collective consciousness of society and the world. Studies show that large groups practicing the TM technique and the advanced TM-Sidhi program correlates with positive change in society and reduced impact of war.
Next step: How to learn the TM technique
Learn more about the TM course including the structure, fee, and what’s included.