of North Houston

The Transcendental Meditation technique is taught through the three phases summarized below.

Phase One: Seven step course of instruction

Step 1: FREE Introductory Talk - A vision of possibilities through the Transcendental Meditation program—enhancing mental potential, health and social relationships. (1 hour)

Step 2: FREE Preparatory Talk - The mechanics of the TM technique—how it works, why it is easy to learn and effortless to practice, how it is different from other forms of meditation, and the origins of the technique. (45 minutes)

Step 3: Personal Interview - A private meeting with a certified TM teacher. (10–15 minutes)

Step 4: Personal Instruction in the TM technique with a qualified TM teacher. (1–2 hours)

Step 5: First Day of Checking - Verifying correctness of the practice and further instruction. (1–2 hours)

Step 6: Second Day of Checking - Understanding the mechanics of the TM technique. (1–2 hours)

Step 7: Third Day of Checking - Understanding higher stages of human development. (1–2 hours)

Please note: Steps 4 through 7 take place over four consecutive days.

Phase Two: The 16-week Follow-Up Program
Once you have completed the initial seven steps of instruction, you have the intellectual and experiential knowledge of how to properly practice the Transcendental Meditation technique. Next comes a series of important personal meetings with your TM teacher. These 30 to 45 minute sessions serve to stabilize the correctness of your meditation practice and thereby ensure that you are gaining its full benefits. These sessions will be scheduled at your convenience throughout the first few months of your TM practice.

Phase Three: Free Lifetime Program
As a course graduate, you are eligible for this lifetime program at any Transcendental Meditation center. This includes personal checking of your meditation practice, advanced lectures, special events, group meditations, and celebrations. Should you ever need to refresh your practice or desire further instruction, it is available to you at no cost at any TM Center in the United States.

Can one learn from a book?: The TM technique is unique among forms of meditation. It’s natural and effortless, but requires personal instruction to learn. Imagine trying to learn a natural golf stroke from a book. Or if you have ever learned to play a musical instrument, you know how helpful it is to have a good teacher. The teacher is needed to show you proper technique, so you can grow in confidence that you’re proceeding along correctly. Learning the TM technique is a lot easier than mastering the piano or getting a good, natural golf swing, but involves the same kind of personalized guidance.

Please call 281 362-2100 to find out when the

next Introductory Lectures will be offered.