This lecture offers a comprehensive, research-driven exploration of Transcendental Meditation (TM), tracing its origins, core techniques, and the scientific evidence behind its benefits and controversies. We’ll journey from the roots of TM in the Vedic tradition to its global spread, examine how the practice works, compare it to other meditation styles, and critically assess both its celebrated outcomes and debated aspects. Listeners will gain a nuanced, practical understanding of TM, informed by both historical context and modern research.