Introduction
What is TM, also known as Transcendental Meditation? According to www.tm.org, “Many meditation techniques are available today. Contrary to common belief there are distinct differences between techniques, such as the effort involved, their impact on the brain, and whether or not they result in verifiable benefits.” With this said, TM is one type of meditation technique. This article will explore what TM is, as well as provide readers with some of the benefits of TM.
What Is TM?
According to webmd.com, “Transcendental Meditation (TM) is a technique for avoiding distracting thoughts and promoting a state of relaxed awareness. While meditating, the person practicing TM sits in a comfortable position with eyes closed and silently repeats a mantra. A mantra is a meaningless sound from the Vedic tradition that’s been assigned by a certified instructor.”
Absolutely Effortless
According to www.tm.org, the following can be stated:
- Absolutely effortless — The TM technique is so easy and enjoyable that anyone can do it, even children with ADHD.
- No concentrating
- No control of the mind
- No monitoring of thoughts (mindfulness)
- No trying to “empty the mind”
This is the first benefit of TM. To be specific, no concentrating, no control of the mind, no monitoring of thoughts, and no trying to empty the mind are required for this specific technique.
Improvement In ADHD Symptoms
On an important note, since this is an Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder blog, TM has been shown to result in improvements in ADHD symptoms. According to tmhome.com, the following has been stated:
Almost every tenth person in the population has been or will be suffering from hyperactivity. According to research, 3 months of Transcendental Meditation practice results in
- improvements in brain function measures associated with hyperactivity symptoms,
- improvements in five ADHD-symptoms:
(1) ability to focus on schoolwork,
(2) organizational abilities,
(3) ability to work independently,
(4) happiness,
(5) quality of sleep.
Conclusion
To end this particular article, TM has been shown to be a particular stress-reducing treatment for individuals with and without Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Specifically since this is an ADHD blog, TM has been shown to reduce symptoms associated with hyperactivity, as well as decrease symptoms associated with the ability to focus on schoolwork, organizational abilities, ability to work independently, happiness, in addition to the quality of sleep in individuals with symptoms associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. As stated in this article, TM is a relatively easy and productive technique to use on a daily basis.