If you are open with someone, he will be open with you. If you want love from someone, give your love to him. If you want kind and sympathetic behavior from someone, be kind and sympathetic to him.
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The goal of the Transcendental Meditation technique is the state of enlightenment. This means we experience that inner calmness, that quiet state of least excitation, even when we are dynamically busy.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Transcendental Meditation aims to achieve a state of inner peace and enlightenment amidst the chaos of life.
Maharishi Mahesh Yogi describes the purpose of Transcendental Meditation as reaching a state of enlightenment characterized by a profound inner calmness, even in the midst of activity and busyness. This suggests that true peace and stillness can be attained, allowing individuals to navigate their hectic lives with a sense of tranquility and centeredness.
Themes
Transcendental MeditationEnlightenmentInner PeaceCalmnessStillness
In practice
Example use cases
At a meditation retreat, this quote can be used to explain the purpose of practicing Transcendental Meditation.
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