Transcendental meditation (TM) is one type of meditation which is developed by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in 1955.
This technique is natural, simple and effortless method through which one can reach to the destination of thoughts naturally and easily and one can attain advanced state of mind such as self-referral consciousness and pure consciousness which is considered as a resource of all inspired processes.
This type of meditation is done for about 15-20 minutes daily in the morning and evening while sitting in a correct posture having eyes closed. In this procedure, the person’s consciousness settles down and one can practice an exclusive state of peaceful awareness.
When the body becomes intensely peaceful, then all mental activity is transcended to practice the simplest form of consciousness. This is referred to self-referral state of alertness.
Steps to Learn the Transcendental Meditation Program
This meditation technique is taught in a typical way by following the certain steps such as private instruction, public lectures and group seminars. At each phase of training, new information is accessed to supply a clear acceptance of rising experience.
Introductory Lectures
The training path involves two public lectures which describe the working of the technique, benefits, four days of instruction and a short interview. The first three steps can be followed by a person at any time and does not involve any cost. The three steps are:-
Introductory Lecture
A one hour lecture is given to the people in which image of all potentials are introduced during the transcendental meditation technique.
Preparatory Lecture
In this lecture, the people are taught about the procedures and beginning of this type of meditation technique.
Personal Interview
An interview is taken by the eligible teacher of the transcendental meditation program after the preparatory lecture for about 10-15 minutes.
Four Days of Instruction
These steps are taken on 4 successive days and involve a course fee. These steps are:-
Personal Instruction
In this technique, the person learns about the transcendental meditation technique for about 1-2 hours.
First Day of Checking
In this procedure, the experienced teachers taught about validating and accuracy of the practice and the instruction is promoted.
Second Day of Checking
In this meditation program, the person is allowed to understand the procedures of this technique from personal experiences.
Third Day of Checking
In transcendental meditation technique, the person understands about the working of the growth of higher states of awareness.
Follow Up Program
After completing this training program, one is invited to attend a group follow-up meeting which is held about 2 weeks later. In this meeting, the teacher checks the person’s meditation, provides extra knowledge on the procedure and answers all the questions and doubts of the trainee.
After having done graduation in the course, one is eligible for lifetime follow-up at any center of this meditation. This involves personal inspection of the meditation, special events, advanced lectures, celebrations and group meditations.
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