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A meta-analysis of all available physiological research on the Transcendental Meditation program found that practicing TM produces a state of deep rest compared to control conditions.

This was measured by reduced respiration rate, increased skin resistance, and lower plasma lactate levels, indicating profound relaxation and nervous system calm.

Individuals who practiced the Transcendental Meditation technique showed significantly increased skin resistance during the practice, compared to control groups.

Skin resistance is an electrophysiological measure of calmness and restfulness, indicating a deeply relaxed nervous system during TM practice.

This reflects a unique state where the body gains deep rest while the mind remains quietly alert.

This study shows that (1) students quickly master the process of transcending during practice of the Transcendental Meditation (TM) technique after only a few months, and (2) the associated frontal coherence systematically becomes part of daily activity. 

The resulting state of restful alertness increasingly forms the foundation of all experience throughout the day.

During the Transcendental Meditation (TM) technique, individuals often report experiencing Transcendental Consciousness or Pure Consciousness, a state of minimal excitation of consciousness. This study found that many experiences of Pure Consciousness were accompanied by natural respiratory suspension, during which participants showed higher EEG coherence across all frequencies and brain areas. 

In contrast, control periods in which subjects voluntarily held their breath did not show these increases in coherence, highlighting the unique brain integration associated with the TM experience.

A study published in Human Physiology (1999) found that individuals practicing the Transcendental Meditation (TM) technique demonstrated greater participation of the whole brain compared to controls. 

This indicates enhanced integration and coordination of brain activity, supporting improved cognitive functioning, focus, and overall mental clarity during both meditation and daily activities.