Transcendence: Healing and Transformation Through Transcendental Meditation
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Transcendence: Healing and Transformation Through Transcendental Meditation

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$14.42
Format
Paperback
Pages
336
Publisher
TarcherPerigee
Publication Date
ISBN-13
978-1585429929
Dimensions
6.04 x 0.88 x 9.03 inches
Weight
11.2 ounces

Description

" Transcendence is a profoundly important book on a topic that you need to know a lot about... Dr. Rosenthal is one of those rare professionals who is able to mix authority and accuracy with riveting stories that read like a novel. In Transcendence , he has given us all a gift that will enlighten, entertain, and perhaps even transform. This will become the go-to book for those searching for the wisdom within meditation."— Mehmet C. Oz, M.D. "Dr. Normanxa0Rosenthal's Transcendence is the best-ever book on Transcendental Meditation: Accessible and substantive, engaging and scientific, practical and profound. A very enjoyable read that can change your life, for good."— David Lynch "I have been meditating for over 10 years, and I found Transcendence to be a uniquely compelling introduction to the art and science of Transcendental Meditation. Dr. Norman Rosenthal's book will propel TM into the mainstream where it belongs."— Russell Simmons "Whether your troubles are deep or you simply know life could be better and happier, read this book."— Candy Crowley, CNN anchor “One of the striking features of this book is the empowering empathy with which Dr. Norman Rosenthal discusses the people with given health issues. It cannot but make the reader become more understanding of other humans and their anguish. In addition, there is all the neat science – explained simply yet not watered down to the degree of becoming trivial. Essentially, this is book about human condition in the modern world. But unlike the existentialists, Dr. Norman Rosenthal sees light at the end of the tunnel.” —Transcendental Meditation “The book makes a useful contribution to understanding the mind-body relationship in holistic ways, advancing ongoing dialogue among clinicians and just plain folks about how to live more healthfully.” —Publishers Weekly Norman E. Rosenthal, MD, is a clinical professor of psychiatry at Georgetown Medical School and has maintained a private practice in Washington, D.C. metropolitan area for more than thirty years. He conducted research at the National Institute of Mental Health, as a research fellow, researcher and senior researcher for more than twenty years.

Features & Highlights

  • "Dr. Norman Rosenthal's
  • Transcendence
  • is the best-ever book on Transcendental Meditation: accessible and substantive, engaging and scientific, practical and profound. A very enjoyable read that can change your life, for good."
  • —David Lynch
  • "I have been meditating for over 10 years, and I found
  • Transcendence
  • to be a uniquely compelling introduction to the art and science of Transcendental Meditation. Dr. Norman Rosenthal's book will propel TM into the mainstream where it belongs."
  • —Russell Simmons
  • In this definitive book on the scientifically proven health and stress-relieving benefits of Transcendental Meditation, a renowned psychiatrist and researcher explores why TM works, what it can do for you, and how to use it for maximum effect.
  • This
  • New York Times
  • bestselling paperback edition includes a new afterword by the author on the latest research and breakthroughs.
  • Norman E. Rosenthal, M.D., a twenty-year researcher at the National Institute of Mental Health and the celebrated psychiatrist who pioneered the study and treatment of Season Affective Disorder (SAD), brings us the most important work on Transcendental Meditation since the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's
  • Science of Being and Art of Living
  • -- and one of our generation's most significant books on achieving greater physical and mental health and wellness.
  • Transcendence
  • demystifies the practice and benefits of Transcendental Meditation for a general audience who may have heard about the method but do not necessarily know what it is, how it is learned, or what they stand to gain, physically and emotionally, from achieving transcendence. Dr. Rosenthal clearly and practically explains the basic ideas behind Transcendental Meditation: It is a nonreligious practice that involves sitting comfortably for twenty minutes twice a day while using a silent mantra, or nonverbal sound, to attain a profound state of aware relaxation.Alongside exclusive celebrity interviews-where figures like
  • Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Martin Scorsese, Russell Brand, Laura Dern, Moby
  • , and
  • David Lynch
  • openly discuss their meditation-Dr. Rosenthal draws upon experience from the lives of his patients and a wealth of clinical research amassed on TM over the past generation (340 peer-reviewed published articles). He provides the fullest and most accessible book ever on the broad range of benefits of this remarkably simple practice, from relief of anxiety, stress and depression to new hope for those experiencing addiction, attention-deficit disorder, or post-traumatic stress disorder.

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Most Helpful Reviews

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Yes, it does not teach TM. And...

...it gives a whole lot of information regarding the technique and its benefits.

If you want some good, scientific, and research-based information about the method and learn from a large number of different accounts from a variety of individuals, then this book is a good investment.

As for me, I learned TM many, many years ago and quit, going back to it on and off for a while.

Reading this book has provided me with some good information and a lot of motivation to do the technique. I never meditated twice a day. Having learned some hard evidence and from various accounts, I am now highly motivated to meditate twice a day.

There are sites online which tell you the inside scoop on the process. They tend to be from people who for whatever reason are bitter. You can learn a mantra and the technique from these sites. However, having been trained in it myself years ago and having read the online material, I can say that having a teacher is much better. There is no substitute for a real, live teacher.

What the "save your money" people don't tell you is that you can go back anytime you want and get a refresher, call your teacher, and get check ups.

Though the technique is the easiest thing you'll ever do, there are corresponding experiences with meditation that some people might find challenging. Here is where an experienced teacher is invaluable.

After more than 20 years of not contacting a teacher, last week I called up the local TM center and asked questions. The teacher answered my call, took it, and proceeded to listen to me and offer answers and advice, which I found helpful.

The investment is worth it, and if you have a special situation, I have no doubt that the organization will work with you. I have interacted with only two individuals from the organization, but they are service/help oriented, and were glad to assist me. Some people really do want to help other human beings and make the world a better place.

I have no problem endorsing this book. I do not think it is deceptive. It is *about* TM. It doesn't teach TM, and the book states this in the very beginning.
7 people found this helpful
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plus many easy examples. Since I practice TM

Very thorough, and exactly what I needed to know. No uneceassay quotes or explanations, plus many easy examples. Since I practice TM, I found this book highly connected to the practice. I do recommend it if you'd like to know more about transcendence and how benefiacial it can be.
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transcendental meditation

Old but powerful technique that everyone should practice and learn how to use it to help yourself with everything from insomnia to obesity and depression. Easy to read and understand and apply.
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Five Stars

Good book