Transcendental Meditation

Trademark.

1. a technique, based on ancient Hindu writings, by which one seeks to achieve a relaxed state through regular periods of meditation during which a mantra is repeated. : TM

Transcendental Meditation

noun

1. a technique, based on Hindu traditions, for relaxing and refreshing the mind and body through the silent repetition of a mantra. Disseminated by an international organization founded by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi (1917-2008), an Indian-born guru TM

Example Sentences

Sharma also suspects that transcendental meditation, which often involves focusing on a mantra to produce an altered state of mind, is a risk factor for psychosis.

From Popular-Science

Transcendental Meditation is really becoming popular, with the David Lynch Foundation.

From The Daily Beast

That was the David Lynch Foundation in the documentary, and they actually taught me Transcendental Meditation.

From The Daily Beast

What else is a woman to wear during her transcendental meditation?

From The Daily Beast

Appearing in L.A. with Russell Brand, the heady director discussed how Transcendental Meditation changed his life.

From The Daily Beast

I was just lying there doing my TM [transcendental meditation].

From The Daily Beast

Transcendental Meditation (TM) programs have been popular and are widespread.

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