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An evidence-based technique for inner peace and wellness. It's absolutely effortless, taught one-to-one by certified teachers, and guaranteed. We've taught over 6 million people, and hundreds of published research studies have found it to be highly effective on stress and anxiety, brain function, and cardiovascular health.

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Transcendental Meditation 5 star review on 23rd January 2023

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Anonymous // 01/01/2019

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“I'm still new to TM and expect to have a higher rating as I get better at it. The technique is good, it's just me not good at it yet.”

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(Portland, ME) - Posted 5 years ago

“I found learning the process to be enjoyable but it hasn't been working for me very well. Ironically, the simplicity isn't addressing the issues i'm having and tends to add to the frustration.”

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(Berkeley, CA) - Posted 5 years ago

Hi Aaron, The simplicity of the TM practice can take some getting used to, as many (us included) tend to make things more complicated than they need to be. We suggest scheduling a free follow-up with your TM teacher to fine tune your practice so that its as effortless and enjoyable as its meant to be :)

Posted 5 years ago

“Have not seen or felt bemefots of TM.”

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Posted 5 years ago

Hi Aderito, Having completed the TM course you are able to schedule free and unlimited follow-ups with your TM teacher anytime. We suggest finding a time to meet with your teacher to fine tune your practice, and ensure you are practicing correctly so you are able to gain the wonderful benefits of your meditation!

Posted 5 years ago

“Just hasn’t stuck yet. I’m not convinced I needed to pay $1000 to learn how to mediate.”

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(Summit, NJ) - Posted 5 years ago

Keep in mind that the TM course fee not only included your instruction in the TM technique, but you are also able to schedule free and unlimited follow-ups, and attend all group meditations and meetings at any TM center in the United States for LIFE! If you are having trouble with your practice we suggest taking advantage of the free follow-ups and schedule one with your TM teacher :)

Posted 5 years ago

“My challenge has been sticking to a schedule. My issue - not TM's. Need more practice and consistency. Working on it.”

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(Santa Monica, CA) - Posted 5 years ago

Hi Matthew, It can definitely be tough adding something new into a routine, even if it's good for you! We recently posted some tips to help build healthy habits to our blog if you'd like to check it out - https://www.tm.org/blog/meditation/the-power-of-habit-6-ways-to-prioritize-your-tm-practice/

Posted 5 years ago

“There is a misrepresentation in your introductory class. It stated that is a technique only. However, the nature of the course itself has several obvious religious traits that are somewhat impose upon the students. They are, and should be make very clear from the beginning: * Offerings and the 1:1 (this is clear religious and ceremonial in nature); * Personality enforcement, whenever talking about the master it is refer to him in present tense (although he passed) and as if he is among us. These two behaviors are clearly religious and almost like a personality cult. I felt very uncomfortable, misled, and somehow in a bait-and-switch scheme. I made very clear, from the onset that I'm not religious and am uncomfortable with it.”

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(Seattle, WA) - Posted 5 years ago

Hi Gustavo, We are apologize for the misunderstanding that's caused you to feel uncomfortable. To clarify, the TM technique is ancient Indian meditation practice and has been passed down through many generations of teachers. Just as we are brought up to say “Thank you” to our grandparents and teachers by bringing them a bouquet of flowers or an apple, the TM teacher also says “Thank you” to these earlier teachers in a traditional way. We ask that the student brings a few flowers, but the teacher is the one saying “Thank you” to the line of teachers, while the student merely observes. The ceremony is traditional, not religious, and serves as a reminder to the TM teacher to always teach the TM technique in the same, careful and correct way that other teachers have for thousands of years to maintain the authenticity of instruction. We hope this gives you a better understanding. If not, and you still feel uncomfortable we suggest scheduling a free-follow up with your TM teacher to discuss in more detail so that you can proceed with your regular meditations in a comfortable and enjoyable way :)

Posted 5 years ago

“I STILL CANNOT MEDITATE”

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(Palm Beach Island, FL) - Posted 5 years ago

Hi Nancy, We're sorry to hear you're having trouble meditating! We suggest scheduling a free follow-up with your TM teacher to discuss your experience and fine tune your practice, so you are able to move forward with easy and enjoyable meditations.

Posted 5 years ago

“The explanation I got on exactly what to expect during my meditation seemed incomplete. I know you aren't supposed to worry about whether you are "doing it right" but I was. I read a book recently called BLISS MORE by Light Watkins that helped me more than all my sessions with my teacher.”

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(Gulf South, LA) - Posted 5 years ago

“Teachers have been helpful. I m hoping to continue. I have not felt benefits yet and have been doing it for 3 months now”

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(Madison Avenue, NY) - Posted 5 years ago

Hi! Definitely keep at it - regular and correct practice are really important for getting the benefits of the TM technique :) It sounds like you’re already utilizing this, but just in case, I’ll remind you that you’re welcome to see your TM teacher (or any other) for as many follow-up sessions as needed.

Posted 5 years ago

“I am not seeing what all the fuss is about. Maybe I am expecting too much but for $720 I expected more than this, as well as hearing others remark on how great it is!”

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Posted 5 years ago

Hi! Sorry to hear your TM practice is not meeting your expectations. It can take more time for some people to perceive the benefits, and they aren’t always as dramatic as sometimes described. We recommend scheduling a free follow-up with your teacher to make sure you’re practicing correctly and help you get the most out of it, but also want to remind you of our satisfaction guarantee. Your TM teacher can also help you pursue that if you’d like.

Posted 5 years ago

“Actually somewhere between acceptable and "well.....ok". Instead of "feeling refreshed" as the practice is supposed to make you I come out it very tired and kind of worn out. I really can't pinpoint what it is doing for me. I am doing it twice a day for 20 minutes in the hopes that the great mystery will reveal itself but up to now it is not what it was billed as.”

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Posted 5 years ago

Hi Richard, It sounds like you would benefit from a refresher with you TM teacher - they’ll double check that you’re still practicing correctly, which is really important for receiving the benefits (even small alterations to the technique can impact its effectiveness!)

Posted 5 years ago

“I just can’t seem to experience the kind of meditation that was described in the class”

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Posted 5 years ago

Hi James, If you haven’t already, we recommend going in for a follow-up session with your teacher. They’ll check that you are still practicing correctly and help you get the most out of your practice. While you’re there, you can also talk to them about our satisfaction guarantee, if you continue to be dissatisfied with your practice.

Posted 5 years ago

“Started out great, but now a month into it and not getting as much as I hoped for. My instructor has been very helpful working through this with me. I’ve been very faithful about meditating 2 times a day, just was thinking I’d see /feel differently as a result...”

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Posted 5 years ago

Hi Sue, Glad to hear you’re in touch with your teacher and continuing to practice regularly. If you continue to feel dissatisfied with your TM practice, you’re welcome to speak to your teacher about our satisfaction guarantee.

Posted 5 years ago

“TM is a good technique to help oneself to get perspective of life. At the end of the day, what you get out of TM is what you put into the process of exercising TM. The cost is steep which could be a deterrent for some.”

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Posted 5 years ago

Transcendental Meditation is rated 4.8 based on 2,581 reviews