Transcendental Meditation

Transcendental Meditation (TM) is a specific form of meditation where individuals focus on a mantra for extended periods. Dr. Andrew Huberman discussed its benefits, particularly in the context of a retreat study led by Deepak Chopra. Participants engaged in TM for about 8 hours daily, focusing on various meditative and reflective exercises. This intense practice, compared to a control group engaging in casual activities, showed significant benefits. A week later, those who practiced TM had improved well-being, and gene expression changes indicated profound effects. Moreover, even ten months after the retreat, participants who learned meditation experienced lasting lower depression rates, suggesting long-term benefits from consistent practice. This effect was most pronounced in individuals with early life adversity 1.