Education and Personal Growth Through Transcendental Meditation
Today, education tends to focus heavily on the subjects students study, often neglecting the development of the essential qualities they need to succeed not only in school but throughout life. These qualities include alertness, intelligence, creativity, energy, confidence, integrity, and happiness—all of which are crucial for personal and professional success.
Transcendental Meditation® (TM) helps students cultivate these qualities naturally by allowing them to access the inner field of their own total potential. Through regular practice, students experience a deep sense of inner calm and clarity, which enhances their ability to express their full potential in daily life.
As a result, students who practice TM report improvements in their academic performance, emotional stability, and overall well-being. They experience growing success in every aspect of their lives and develop a strong sense of expanding possibilities for what they can achieve. TM fosters a holistic approach to education, nurturing the mind, body, and spirit, and helping students reach their highest potential. Learn more at the Maharishi School, Reservoir.
Studies show TM provides practical benefits for students
Benefits include:
Increased happiness
Improved health
Increased learning ability
Improved memory
Increased intelligence & creativity
Improved academic performance
Increased problem solving ability
Increased self-esteem & confidence
Improved mind-body coordination
Reduced substance abuse
Improved behaviour
Increased tolerance
Solutions to:
Emotional disorders
Examination anxiety
Substance abuse
Anger and frustration
Intolerance
Violence, bullying and other anti-social behaviour
Learning disorders
ADHD (Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder)
Shyness and lack of confidence
Poor academic achievement
Health problems
Depression
Poor coping skills
Transforming School Environments with Transcendental Meditation
Research has shown that when the majority of students in a school practice Transcendental Meditation, the entire school atmosphere becomes increasingly harmonious, calm, focused, and positive. This creates the ideal environment for both learning and personal growth, fostering a supportive and productive atmosphere for students and staff alike.
TM has been successfully implemented in schools around the world, and favourable outcomes have been consistently documented. These benefits extend to both students and staff, with reports showing improvements in academic performance, emotional well-being, stress reduction, and overall school morale. By promoting a sense of inner peace and mental clarity, TM supports a healthier, more balanced educational environment, where everyone can thrive.
For more information on the benefits for students, and the implementation of Transcendental Meditation in schools and universities in Brisbane or worldwide, please visit the contact page.