Transcendence

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Dr. Norman Rosenthal's work on Transcendental Meditation offers an accessible and substantive exploration of its scientifically proven health and stress-relieving benefits. As a renowned psychiatrist and researcher, Rosenthal delves into why TM is effective, its potential benefits, and how to practice it for maximum impact. This New York Times bestselling paperback edition includes a new afterword discussing the latest research and breakthroughs. Rosenthal, who has a distinguished background as a researcher at the National Institute of Mental Health and as the pioneer of Season Affective Disorder treatment, presents a significant contribution to understanding TM, making it relevant for both newcomers and those familiar with the practice. The book demystifies Transcendental Meditation for a general audience, explaining that it is a nonreligious practice involving twenty minutes of comfortable sitting twice a day while using a silent mantra to achieve deep relaxation. Featuring exclusive interviews with celebrities like Paul McCartney and Martin Scorsese, Rosenthal combines personal anecdotes from his patients with extensive clinical research, including 340 peer-reviewed articles. He highlights the broad range of benefits TM offers, from alleviating anxiety, stress, and depression to providing hope for those facing addiction, attention-deficit disorder, or post-traumatic stress disorder.