Take Your Experience to the Next Level with an Advanced Technique of the TM Program
Date/Location: September 15-17 at the Houston, TX TM Center, 2121 San Felipe St., Suite #139, Houston, Texas, 77019
Contact: Paula Strong, houston@tm.org, or (713) 529-9502
“The purpose of Advanced Techniques is to take the experience to another, higher level. Advanced Techniques are like fertilizers; fertilizers bring better fruit to every tree. To enjoy greater achievement and fulfillment in life, take advantage of this beautiful program of Advanced Techniques to enrich the development of higher states of consciousness.” —TM Founder Maharishi Mahesh Yogi
We want to remind you that Advanced Techniques of the TM program will be offered at the Houston TM Center September 15-17.
Remember: If you’re interested in Advanced Technique instruction, it’s necessary that you’ve been regular (twice a day) with your TM practice for 2 months before instruction. That is a requirement for the course.
Here are answers to commonly asked questions about Advanced Techniques, as well as details about the upcoming course.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are Advanced Techniques?
A: Like the TM technique, Advanced Techniques are easily-practiced mental techniques that accelerate personal growth. During TM, we experience a fourth state of consciousness, a state of restful alertness that dissolves stress, enhances brain functioning, and balances the body and emotions. Advanced Techniques speed up the integration of this state with our daily activity, bringing faster results from our TM practice.
Q: How many are there?
A: There are four Advanced Techniques that have been brought to light by Maharishi. Each Advanced Technique in its own way helps the mind become more familiar with the experience of Pure Consciousness, enriching our perception and enabling our thoughts and actions to spontaneously become more powerful, creative and effective.
Q: Do I learn them all at once or one at a time?
A: You learn them one at a time and in a sequence developed by Maharishi. Practicing an Advanced Technique for at least two to four months is required before learning the next Advanced Technique.
Q: Who can learn, and how do I know if I’m ready?
A: You must have practiced TM regularly, twice a day, for a minimum of the last four months to be eligible to apply for an Advanced Technique. Each technique is simple—easy to learn, easy to practice—and, best of all, enjoyable! That said, if you’d like our advice regarding your personal readiness, just give us a call.
Q: Who teaches the Advanced Techniques?
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A: You will learn from specially trained, highly experienced Certified TM Teachers. June Norton will be the Advanced Technique Instructor for the upcoming course. She has been teaching the TM technique since 1969 and the Advanced Technique courses for the last several years. Over the years, she has participated in many TM Teacher Training Courses, and is currently the Maharishi Foundation USA Executive Regional Director for the central states. She will be present at each session for instruction and verification of your practice.
Q: What is the course structure?
A: The course consists of three sessions:
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- First, an orientation meeting (1½ hours)
- Second, Personal Instruction in the appropriate Advanced Technique (2–3 hours)
- Third, a Checking Meeting the following day to answer questions and verify the correctness of your practice (3 hours)
► Upcoming course at the Houston TM Center
Orientation: An Orientation Meeting is an opportunity to learn more about Advanced Techniques. It is free, and there is no obligation to take the course. If you want to learn an Advanced Technique at this time, you must attend an Orientation Meeting and then fill out an application form. Here is the schedule of meetings:
Please call the Houston TM Center for the dates and times of upcoming Advanced Techniques Orientation Meetings.
Personal Instruction in the Night Technique (Advanced Technique #1):
At the Houston TM Center, Friday evening, September 15. Time TBA.
Allow 2–3 hours, in person
Checking Meeting for the Night Technique (Advanced Technique #1):
At the Houston TM Center, Saturday morning, September 16. Time TBA.
Allow 2–3 hours, in person
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Personal Instruction in Advanced Techniques, #2, 3, and 4:
At the Houston TM Center, Saturday afternoon, September 16. Time TBA.
Allow 2–3 hours, in person
Checking Meeting for the Advanced Techniques #2, 3, and 4:
At the Houston TM Center, Sunday, September 17. Time TBA.
Allow 2–3 hours, in person
Q: What is the Advanced Technique Course fee?
A: The course fee is on a sliding scale, based on Annual Household Income (AHI). AHI is the combined annual incomes (before taxes and expenses) of all the members of your household.
| TM Advanced Technique Course Fees from March 1, 2023 | ||
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| Category | Annual Household Income | Course Fee |
| B | Less than $50,000 | $540 |
| C | $50,000 – $99,000 | $780 |
| D | $100,000 – $199,000 | $880 |
| E | $200,000 or more | $980 |
| S | Full-time student* | $420 |
| *Students at Maharishi International University or Maharishi School may receive a scholarship. |
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Grants and scholarships may be available for qualified meditators.
Q: How do I begin?
A: Let us know if you are interested, by responding to this email at houston@tm.org or call (713) 529-9502. When orientation meeting times are determined you can let us know which meeting you will attend. (If none of the times work for you, we’ll try to organize another time to meet.)
Our COVID-19 safeguards
We follow the guidelines of the CDC and local governments and monitor local conditions to ensure that we provide a safe environment for everyone. Guidance may change as the prevalence of the virus is observed and evaluated, so please contact your local TM Center for their current COVID protocols.
Please join us for the Advanced Techniques Course on September 15-17 at the Houston TM Center.