We want to remind you that with the TM technique there’s no need to concentrate or stay focused. Thoughts and the mind wandering are a natural part of the process. If you’d like, you can schedule a free, personal follow up with your TM teacher to discuss your experience, and fine-tune your practice (if needed) so your meditations are effortless, enjoyable and you are seeing the benefits in daily life. You can also reach out to us at tmsupport@tm.org
“Am not experiencing anything. Spent $750 to learn how to take 2 20min naps. Am afraid this is not for me. Have been trying to experience something, but nothing happens. Am hoping I can get my money back!!!!!”
Hi Michael,
We appreciate you sharing this, and we're sorry you're disappointed in your TM experience.
With over 60 years of teaching the TM technique worldwide, we've seen time and time again how important follow-up sessions can be. Often the benefits are noticeable right away, but occasionally it can take some time. We encourage you to take advantage of the free, lifetime support by seeking a personal follow-up session with your TM teacher. They will be happy discuss your experience, clarify any lingering questions, and fine tune your practice so you're seeing the benefits in daily life. You can also inquire about our satisfaction guarantee refund. Feel free to reach out to us at tmsupport@tm.org as well.
“I think our mentor was great though I don't like the TM system. I think the price is too high. I don't like the secretiveness of the system. I am not sure it is much different from a lot of other meditative instruction. I thought the ritual was antiquated and onerous though I can see the respect that you give the founders. I found the videos redundant and onerous. I guess I am glad I now know what it is though it was overpriced and over valued as a unique system.”
Hi Linda,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We strive for 100% satisfaction and feedback like yours helps us to reflect and improve.
We're sorry you are feeling disappointed in your TM course. Every aspect of the course was designed intentionally by our founder Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, to ensure that anyone, no matter their learning style, can learn to practice correctly. It might feel repetitive to some but learning to practice the technique correctly is essential for getting the maximum benefits.
We encourage you to schedule a free, personal follow-up session with your TM teacher. They'll be happy to discuss your experience and work with you to improve your experience. You can also reach out to us at tmsupport@tm.org if you have any questions or further concerns.
Hi Christopher, We're sorry you're not enjoying your TM practice! When this happens it's good to check in with a TM teacher to discuss your experience, and fine-tune your practice if needed. The technique is meant to be effortless and enjoyable. You can connect with your teacher to schedule a free, personal follow-up anytime. You can also reach out to us for further support at tmsupport@tm.org
“I have not seen even a minor benefit to practicing tm for the past two weeks. I will, however continue to practice until I speak with my teacher during my first follow up on 8/31.”
Hi Jeffrey,
We're sorry you're not experiencing any benefits of your TM practice! With over 60 years of teaching the TM technique worldwide, we've seen time and time again how important a follow-up session can be. Often the benefits are noticeable right away, but occasionally it can take some time. It's great you'll be meeting with your TM teacher soon. You can discuss your experience and they can fine-tune your practice if needed! A reminder that you can schedule free, personal follow-ups on an unlimited basis! And you can also connect with us at tmsupport@tm.org
“Was not entirely satisfied with my TM teacher. He was very responsible and punctual, but I did not feel that he was unable to answer some of the questions I had, and instead would ramble for a few minutes and dodge the question entirely. He did not seem at all confident in the instruction he was giving me, therefore I don’t feel confident in my practice. I’m not happy with the practice.”
“The only thing really unique about this meditation practice is the cult-like way in which they try to maintain an air of mystery and secrecy. Functionally it is no different from mindful meditation. It's a bunch of money for an app and increased email marketing.”
We appreciate your concerns, and we're sorry you are disappointed in your TM course!
To clarify, mindfulness meditations generally involve paying attention to your breath and observing your thoughts, whereas the TM technique doesn’t involve any focused attention or observation of experience. It’s a mantra-based meditation that naturally results in self-transcending. It’s simple, entirely effortless, and enjoyable.
Regarding the privacy, we ask that the details of the TM practice are kept private mainly to avoid people mistaking the mantra on its own for the technique as a whole.
Also, we do offer a satisfaction guarantee, and if you'd like more details your TM teacher will be happy to help you with that. You're also welcome to reach out to tmsupport@tm.org :)
Hi Brian,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We strive for 100% satisfaction and feedback like yours helps us reflect and improve.
Millions have learned the TM technique and found it beneficial to their lives, however we realize everyone is unique and we deeply appreciate your personal feelings and perceptions. It’s obvious that we failed to meet your expectations.
If you'd like a refund, feel free to connect with your TM teacher to discuss our satisfaction guarantee :)
“Overall disappointing experience. Have been meditating for a couple of years prior to TM. Based on how the technique was promoted, I was hoping to dig deeper, but I felt my questions were quickly dismissed by instructor. Can someone please reach out to discuss a solution? Thanks.”
“I see no difference between Sitting close eyes and TM. I don’t have no results or feeling they promised to me. I’m still determined to learn the technique. Hope I will get help.”
Hi Yacouba,
We're sorry you're disappointed in your TM practice!
We wanted to remind you that having completed the TM course you can schedule free, personal follow-ups with a TM teacher anytime to discuss your experience and fine-tune your practice, so that you mediations are enjoyable and effective :)
“I’m 2+ mos in and went into this with no expectations … but it just seems to be a waste of time not to mention money (that I’m still paying for). I just can’t grasp the technique …never feel revived, in fact, have low energy afterwards when practiced in the afternoons. I’ve “un-recommended” to friends.”
“At the introductory meeting I pointed out that Joseph had a very soft, quiet voice that I could not hear him... He said his wife would do the instruction. For my first lesson it was Joseph. I was in a very receptive mood, I did not object, expecting Denise to show up and take over. She did not show for instruction. The lesson became most annoying. Had to ask him several times what he had said. Then I quit asking. It made the lesson a negative experience. I had a lot of anger after the lesson. Denise is 100% sales pitch. The experience soured me on TM and all meditation..
Have considered starting over at another TM center.”
Hi Charles,
We're sorry you didn't enjoy your TM course! Someone will be in touch personally to discuss your experience and options of retaking the course.
We're sorry you're disappointed in your TM practice!
Having completed the TM course you can schedule free, personal follow-ups anytime to discuss your experience and fine-tune your practice, so that your meditations are enjoyable, and you're able to gain the maximum benefits :)
“Initially, I was very excited about learning and using the TM technique. But, I didn't not enjoy my training at all, and I feel my time was somewhat wasted. I'm not sure why, if the technique is so easy, my instructor went out of her way to sabotage my learning experience. After fully completing the four day class series I left without understand the steps to actually meditate and use the technique. Now, I'm am searching the internet for videos and information that will help me figure out what I am supposed to do to practice Transcendental Meditation. The instructor in charge of my training was not at all helpful during the 4 day training session. In fact, she seemed very uninterested in my success in learning the method. During the group training sessions, she made fun of individual students and shut down conversation by making light of concerns or questions that came up. Sadly, I this instructor left me with the knowledge that she is not approachable, so I cannot contact her for any additional help.”
Hi,
We're sorry to hear you're not happy with your TM course. We wanted to let you know that the TM course fee not only includes instruction in the TM techqniue, it also includes free, personal follow-ups as well as group meditations and meetings at any TM center in the US for life!
Feel free to contact your teacher to discuss your experience with the TM technique or your TM course, and inquire about our satisfaction guarantee.
Hi Jeffrey,
We're sorry to hear you're not completely satisfied with your TM practice. We wanted to remind you that having completed the TM course you're able to schedule a free, personal follow-up with your TM teacher to discuss your experience, and fine-tune your practice, to ensure you're practicing correctly and able to gain the benefits of your meditations :)
Hi,
We’re sorry to hear you aren’t enjoying your TM practice!
Someone will be contacting you privately to discuss and better understand your experience.
