Mario Orsatti

Update of TM bestseller reveals important new benefits of the technique

by Mario Orsatti September 13, 2012

“I simply had to write it.” This is how world-renowned psychiatrist and medical researcher, Norman Rosenthal, M.D., described what drove him to write his New York Times bestseller, Transcendence: Healing and Transformation Through Transcendental Meditation (Tarcher-Penguin, 2011). “TM has done so much good both for my patients and myself,” Dr. Rosenthal said. Read more

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New study sheds light on “peak experiences” in world-class performers

by Mario Orsatti August 24, 2012

A prominent Norwegian researcher has published a new study on peak experiences among world-class performers in management, sports, classical music, and a variety of professions, which found that during optimal performance they spontaneously experience “higher states of consciousness.” Read more

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Leading Art College Offers TM to Develop Creativity

by Mario Orsatti August 14, 2012

The College for Creative Studies (CCS) in Detroit, Michigan, a recognized leader in art and design education, is also now a leader in ensuring its students have the tools to fuel their own creativity and overcome stress. Read more

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“What’s Enlightenment?” — Q&A with Maharishi Mahesh Yogi

by Mario Orsatti August 8, 2012

Q: What’s the goal of Transcendental Meditation?

Maharishi: “The goal of the Transcendental Meditation technique is the state of enlightenment. This means we experience that inner calmness, that quiet state of least excitation, even when we are dynamically busy.” Read more

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“TM saved my life”—Suicidal Afghanistan war veteran who suffered from PTSD

by Mario Orsatti August 2, 2012

FAIRFIELD, IOWA Military police sergeants, civilian police officers and SWAT team members are all supposed to be tough. Luke Jensen was all three, so when the stress of combat began eating away at him, he felt so ashaHamed, he wanted to die. Read more

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Norwich University Studies the Benefits of TM on Cadets

by Mario Orsatti July 16, 2012

Pioneering research now underway at the nation’s oldest, private military college, Norwich University in Northfield, VT, has found that the Transcendental Meditation technique provides an effective tool to assist students enrolled a rigorous program of academics and military training. Read more

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TM book bestseller wins 2012 Nautilus Book Award

by Mario Orsatti July 5, 2012

The New York Times and Washington Post bestseller Transcendence: Healing and Transformation through Transcendental Meditation has just been named a Nautilus Book Award Silver Winner for 2012. The Nautilus Awards are given out each year to “books that promote spiritual growth, conscious living & positive social change, while at the same time stimulating the imagination… Read more

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TM—Helping African War Refugees Overcome PTSD

by Mario Orsatti June 19, 2012

In the past 20 years, 18 African nations have been ravaged by war. Tens of millions of Africans have been victims of violence or witnessed horrific acts of terror—and now suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Read more

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New research: TM Decreases Risk of Heart Disease in Teens

by Mario Orsatti June 12, 2012

In the midst of growing concerns about teens and obesity, a group of researchers from Georgia Health Sciences University have been focusing on a related issue of importance — teen hypertension. Their research diverged from the typical focus on the role of diet and exercise in curbing high rates of heart disease which is especially prevalent among African American teens… Read more

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“TM: Good for Oprah and Start-ups” – Forbes

by Mario Orsatti May 2, 2012

Here are excerpts from Peter Cohan’s recent column in Forbes about the Transcendental Meditation program and the spiritual entrepreneur. Read more

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TM Studied for Promoting Resilience Among Military Leaders

by Mario Orsatti April 26, 2012

The military allocates untold monies and resources to treating post-combat stress. Now, for the first time, research is being conducted at the nation’s oldest, private military college, Norwich University in Northfield, Vermont, to determine whether the Transcendental Meditation… Read more

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How to Overcome Stress in the Work Place

by Mario Orsatti April 24, 2012

In her new book, “Work Zone Madness! Surviving and Rising Above Work Place Dysfunction,” Nancy Slomowitz, President and CEO of Executive Management Associates in Washington, DC, recommends Transcendental Meditation… Read more

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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee Talks About TM’s Influence on Music

by Mario Orsatti April 19, 2012

This past weekend legendary singer, songwriter and folk-rocker Donovan was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, along with Guns N’ Roses, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Laura Nyro, and The Miracles. Read more

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Paralympic Medalist Daniel Westley Relies on TM to Ease Training Pressures

by Mario Orsatti April 17, 2012
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Daniel Westley is a Canadian athlete who won 12 medals while competing in five Paralympic Games—four of which were gold. Westley says he relied on his daily practice of the Transcendental Meditation technique to help him compete in the Paralympics… Read more

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The Nature of Being and the Inevitable Discovery of the Unified Field by Modern Science

by Mario Orsatti April 9, 2012

Excerpt from The Science of Being and Art of Living, written by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, and first published in 1963. Read more

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TM’s Popularity Surges After Oprah’s TV Show

by Mario Orsatti April 4, 2012

The main TM website—TM.org—was flooded with visitors this past week following Oprah Winfrey’s “Next Chapter” show featuring her visit to the national TM Center… Read more

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“Only Higher Consciousness Can Transform Our World” – Dr. John Hagelin

by Mario Orsatti March 28, 2012

In a recent national broadcast, Terry Patten, faculty at the Integral Executive Leadership programs at Notre Dame University, interviews John Hagelin, world renowned quantum physicist, educator and author, about a variety of topics including… Read More

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Russell Simmons Talks About the Importance of TM for Young People

by Mario Orsatti March 7, 2012

Russell Simmons is an American entrepreneur, the co-founder of the pioneering hip-hop label Def Jam, and creator of the clothing fashion line Phat Farm. His groundbreaking vision has influenced music, fashion, finance, television and film, as well as the face of modern philanthropy. Mr. Simmons has been named by USA Today one of the Read more

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Edutopia: SF School Uses TM to Overcome Problems

by Mario Orsatti February 28, 2012

Edutopia has become a force for innovation in American education. Founded and funded by the The George Lucas Educational Foundation (GLEF), Edutopia is a free, non-profit website that uses blogs, articles and videos to highlights evidence-based strategies that prepare students Read more

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Breaking the “predictive power of demographics”: SF principal talks about how TM helps his students

by Mario Orsatti February 15, 2012

James Dierke, Principal of Visitacion Valley Middle School in San Francisco, like so many thousands of principals and teachers who are working in inner-city schools throughout the US, knows how frustrating it can be trying to provide an education in America’s low income, high stress… Read more

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